The first post by Brooks

The first post by Brooks

Day 1 -  it begins with an almost empty C&J bus. We stretch out seats to ourselves. Logan - many of us are eating delicious air terminal food. We are obviously anxious for the trip to begin.  My seat companion on the plane is a very handsome bearded young man who holds in his lap several comforting animals: a soft floppy eared white rabbit and an equally beautiful puppy dog. I can sense the snarky comments flying already. Phil appropriately surmised he was afraid of flying. He was a wonderful traveling companion. For those of you who want more intimate details you can email me at Godlovesallhischildren@gmail.com. Be careful sinners - it is a real site

Day 2 - Phil has informed be that there is something called the 14 stations of the cross. Little did I know I would be traveling that route. Daniel Brown would be proud of me. I have been near and in more churches in 24 hours than I had previously been in a life time. As a lad I used to go the Immaculate Concepcion on Gun Hill Road in the Bronx and be mesmerized by the Latin Masses. I always missed taking communion and confession. My second wish was granted when a lay priest took my confession. I trembled with delight as my traveling companion purchased some holy water for one Euro.