Very much in need of the intercession of endowed prayers for her soul - Matthew Paris If that lady offended the Lord in many things, she did much to please him - Saint-Maixent Marlborough, June 18 2025 In the absence of an actual place I know that was meaningful to Isabella of Angouleme, I have... Continue Reading →
Eleanor of Aquitaine (1122-1204)
KINGSTON UPON THAMES, APRIL 23rd 2017 Here we go! I should go into more detail; I can’t just say ‘spent the day here’ – this will be an official travel diary to treasure for…oh…days at least after I come home. I’m travelling relatively light, meaning one pair of pants and every electronic device I own.... Continue Reading →
Empress Matilda (1102-1167)
Rouen Cathedral, Rouen... I haven’t found her yet, but I needed to stop and take stock because I am totally overwhelmed. I’m in the cathedral and I caught the last half hour of the mass and even though I didn’t understand any of it, I still felt the weight of the ritual, it was reassuring... Continue Reading →