Sunday, November 1, 2009

Ava Maria Grotto

Two weekends ago, my Grandpa and Beatrice came to Alabama with my mom for a visit. We took a tour of the Ava Maria Grotto in Cullman while they were here. It was a very special place to go. We all enjoyed it very much! When we first got there, a monk came up and talked with us! That was the first time a monk ever spoke to me before! Here are some pictures. Enjoy!
Beatrice, Grandpa and me at Ava Maria Grotto.
Grandpa and Beatrice
Grandpa studying the construction of the little village
This picture was very special. My mom's good friend, Betsy, is Catholic. Betsy thinks my mom is like St. Therese in many ways such as appreciating the simple things in life (through gardening, nature, etc.) One of my mom's favorite flowers is the rose. This picture is of the statue of St. Therese and the sun was shining down on that pink rose right infront. I think God gave that moment for my mom to "see and feel" His love for her.
I loved this the most at the Grotto...our Precious Savior on the cross!
I forgot what statue this was. It might have been Mary or St. Frances?

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