architecture worship

i've been lucky enough to travel to several different countries and since the beginning of my travels i have had a deep fascination for the local churches.  something about the architecture, the aura (though i don't affiliate myself with one certain religion), the history.  here are several that i have added to my bucket list:

 

duomo milano

 

heddal stave

 

las lajas

i would like to see if any of these new additions can top those of the st. vitus cathedral in prague.  it won't be easy to surpass the absolute beauty and color saturation of the stained glass windows (a stunning rose window resides here as well as a window design by mucha; one of my favorite artist of all time) or the vaulting arches of the arcade.

 

but, i'm always willing to visit and consider changing my mind...just sayin'

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cabin fever

the second snowfall of the season is now upon us (well, technically, today is more ice than snow but yesterday's snow was beautiful).  we are usually still waiting to have our first tiny bit of snow fall this time of month but yesterday produced anywhere from 3"- 8."  i don't typically mind the snow/ice because i fill my time indoors with crafts that i enjoy but today i really wish i was a part of this photo.  look at that blanket...the tea/coffee...the noms.  add a good book and good company to that picturesque scene and i would be in heaven.

hope you are enjoying this 'winter storm' we are having.  off to craft!

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