Merry Christmas
“The Nativity” by Giotto, 1305
– part of the magnificent Scrovegni Chapel frescoes, in Padua, Italy. I had to try to get a shot of Mary’s beautiful face before I left the chapel that night. I have Ebola, and especially his wonderful lady, to thank for that magical experience.
A medieval chapel, at night, with colors that defy description in spite of the gloom, and ethereal figures on every surface. I was the first person of the tour group in, thanks to her. Had it to myself for a few precious moments.
And I kept being drawn back to Mary’s face, looking at her baby boy.
Merry Christmas, my darlings. May you all be healthy, and happy.
God bless you, every one.
UPDATE: Via aelfheld in the comments, and we thank him.
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December 24, 2019 11:21 pm
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This seems a fitting accompaniment.
Oh, Aelf. One of my all time most loved. You couldn’t be more right. Merry Christmas.
Beautiful! Both the photo and the music.
Thank you.
Merry Christmas!
A very Merry Christmas to all of you!
Alison Krause – A gift from the Heavens.
Merry Christmas, all.
THS, glad it suited.
Hope your Christmas was merry.
PERFECT, aelf!
*waves at Jeff and Kathy and Syd*
MERRY CHRISTMAS back atcha, you guys!! Hope it was WONDERFUL.
A very Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to all.
@aelfheld
That was a beautiful accompaniment – didn’t have time to listen before. Glad I made some time today.