Faith, Hope and Action…

Faith, Hope and Action…

I am about to embark on a pilgrimage. I am leaving to a place in Jalisco, Mexico named San Juan De Los Lagos. A bit of history:

“It is best known as the home of a small image of the Virgin Mary called Our Lady of San Juan de los Lagos or in Nahuatl Cihuapilli, which means “Great Lady.” Since the first major miracle ascribed to her in 1632, she has been venerated especially for cases involving mortal danger. The miracles ascribed to her have made the basilica in which she is found a major tourist attraction, which has shaped the town’s history to this day. “

“The town was then called San Juan Mezquititlan Baptist but its name was changed to San Juan de Los Lagos in 1623.[3] According to local legends, that year the daughter of some local Indian peasants fell ill, her parents prayed for her health, and the young girl recovered. Following this miracle, the statue began to be venerated by an increasing number of pilgrims including Indians, Spanish and mestizos.”

I am traveling with my sister and we are both very excited about this trip even though we are only going to be there for four days.

Although I have  kept a very strong faith through this ordeal, going to visit this place is a way to manifest my belief in miracles and to find a place here on earth where I can feel closer to God… without having to go visit Him in person (spirit) LOL…

Oh, did I happen to mention that Jalisco is where Tequila originated– this is the place where it all started…. Happy face!  There is a possibility that while my sister is praying in church, I might be Tequila tasting! -- kiddin'.....   I'll bring back pictures ...