Day 4 : Virgin a Day

When I lived in Isla, this spectacular display was right around the corner  from mi casa.

I loved the celebratory feeling of this joyful Virgin 

adorned with her festive colors in the bright, warm sunshine!

It made me smile every time I walked by! It includes all the festive colors of Mexico, green frog luck for health and happiness, and all the bling the holidays can bring!

and I can't resist sharing with you the photos of my next door neighbors as they came to my gate singing carols carrying the traditional decorated tree branch "baculos"

For more Virgin Goodness, come over here!

Day 3:Virgin a Day

I painted this Saint

Liquid courage in a glass

"Believe" gives me hope

come visit Rebecca for Saints and Haikus

Share the Joy Thursday

Meris call to "Share the Joy" every Thursday inspired me to post my photos of an afternoon spent with my Mom and Aunt Susan along the beach last week. 

 Thanks to my Aunt Susan for the fun striped tops we are so cute wearing that day!!

Virgin a Day

 Isla Mujeres, Mexico

She is stone.

She is strength.

She is Guardian of the ones laid to rest

She has weathered the salty storms and fierce hurricanes of this tiny Island.

She remains steadfast for us to return and seek solace. 

will you follow us on our Virgin a Day journey over here?

Virgin a Day

Holy Protection.

Saintly Secrets.

Madonna Moments.
Virgins a plenty.

Folded hands, closed eyes, golden auras, draped linen and flowy gowns.

Candle-light, inscense, chanting, praying, singing.

Peace. Serenity. Calm. Motionless.

I was constantly surrounded by Holy Protection.

She was watching me from every corner, blessing each moment and guiding me into the next.
Regardless of ethnicity or religion, I fancy the notion that these beautiful Virgins provide a sense of safety and protection.

This was my favorite in a cemetary of San Miguel, Mexico.
And for the next 12 days I will share a Virgin a Day with Rebecca and others over here.