Mexico Monday: A Question
Isn't it time to close the door on political extremism, on acts of senseless violence? Time to let in the light of compassion and wisdom? Let's get to work. Buenas dias, Mexico Monday .
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Mosaic Monday: The Colors of Mexico
Let me transport you to a magical place where color seeps into your heart. . . and warms your soul. © 2010 Meri Arnett-Kremian Mosaic Monday Mexico Monday
Mexico Monday: Feeling Out of Sorts?
Feeling a little prickly today? © 2010 Meri Arnett-Kremian. To get a dose of fun, click on over to Mexico Monday .
Mosaic Monday/Mexico Monday: In a Shiny Mood
I don't know why but today I'm in the mood for shiny. Glitzy, glam, and gorgeous. "Shine and Glimmer" © 2010 Meri Arnett-Kremian What are you in the mood for? For more Mosaic Monday, click HERE . To see more Mexico Monday, click HERE . I'm playing in both! (And don't forget to join us here for Share the Joy Thursday. Mr. Linky will be waiting for your name by 6p.m. Pacific time Wednesday).
Mosaic Monday/Mexico Monday: Parrocchia
Here is my contribution for MOSAIC MONDAY and MEXICO MONDAY . Enjoy! Images of San Miguel de Allende's Parrocchia © 2010 Meri Arnett-Kremian. One of the most recognizable landmarks of San Miguel de Allende is the city's Parrocchia, one of the many parish churches rather than a basilica. It has a neo-Gothic facade clad in a beautiful pink stone and its fanciful appearance has reminded some of Disney creations. The church was built in the 17th century with a more conventional exterior, but "redecorated" in 1880 by Zeferino Gutierrez. He was an indigenous bricklayers and self-taught architect who was shown postcards and lithographs of European cathedrals in the Gothic style and asked if he could replicate the look. The resulting revision -- which reclad the exterior walls of the church -- is his own interpretation rather than a copycat cathedral. The interior of the Parrocchia is quite traditional. We were luck...