Today, Father Joe took,us by bus to Palma.  First, we went to the Franciscan church.  We got a wonderful tour that most people would never get because we got to go into locked rooms of the convent.  There is a beautiful cloistered garden in the center.  We saw beautiful paintings and ancient vestments.  Later, we toured the church and the chapels.  Very ornate with lots of gold and beautiful,statues and carvings.  We walked for awhile and stopped for a cappuccino.  Father left to go back to his convent for a meeting and we were on our own.  I left Diane and Andy and went to a quilt store.  It was a very nice one and the prices were slightly more than in the US and half what they are in Italy.  I was able to get some fabric I needed for a new project.  Since my dear quilt ladies are making squash blocks for me, I will meet my goal of squash blocks sooner than I thought.  So on to another project of 121 bunny blocks.  Diane bought a beautiful opal ring, and Andy got Mallorcan pearl earrings and drop necklace.  We do believe in helping the economy where every we go.

On Tuesday, Diane and I went to get a manicure and pedicure at a place on the beach.  Andy went on a two hour Segway ride up and down the beach.  We met later and had lunch on the beach…paella…but not as good as the dish we had on Saturday.  Back to the convent to pack and say our goodbyes to Father Joe and head for the airport. I was sad to leave.  It was a wonderful, welcoming atmosphere at the convent…Father Joe could not have been nicer to make sure we had a good time and all the priests were friendly and kind.  I will look forward to going back someday.  Got our plane back to Barcelona and Rome and arrived home after midnight…tired but happy.  Go to Mallorca if you want beautiful scenery and fabulous food.  And try those little Padron peppers!  And the mayonnaise!