THE FINAL CHAPTER : A SPIRITUAL JOURNEY (Sept 2009 to Jan 2010)
At the Grotto of Our Immaculate Conception, in Lourdes
Daniel (14+ years old)
Friday, September 11, 2009
Day 2 in Lourdes …
The line at the Ladies were much longer than the Men’s, as a result of which, we only met up with Dad and You at about 3:30 pm.
What Mom heard about the Bath, that you immerse yourself totally naked with only a plastic wrap around you, in freezing cold ice water, and upon coming out of the water, you’re dry immediately … they are all true.
There were about 150 ladies who were at the Bath that time, and none had to use a towel to dry themselves.
Everyone just came out dry.
Including Mom.
And Grandma.
It felt really good, like a spiritual cleansing.
Justine said, when You came out to meet her, You had a big grin on your face although You were shivering.
You were like, “Brrrrr, it’s so cold...” apparently.
We had a late lunch at one of the quaint little cafes opposite the Grotto. There, we had the most delicious spaghetti bolognese we have ever tasted in our entire lives. It was lip-smackin’ good. Out of this world.
Truly, the best we have ever had!
You seemed to enjoy the food although Mom felt You were a bit preoccupied with your own thoughts.
After lunch, we were walking back to the hotel.
Mum noticed that You were very quiet.
You were still having your back pains.
Mom asked, "What's wrong?"
