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Irish Lourdes ...where it is said 'Our Lady appeared' to Knock faithful, enterprising vendors parade their wares on sidewalks. You'll find a large range of rosary beads hanging in silent prayer. Necklaces of every hue to match any outfit you choose, posing for photos. One hour processing while you worship. Extra film, Holy Water bottles in the shape of Mary, small enough to send home with the postcard. Or buy a granite headstone for Father, Son, ready-carved - off the rack, just in case for those times when you are caught unawares... Plastic floral wreathes, colour matched, some have see-through domes to protect or preserve. All kinds of religious mugs, pens, cups, mouse mats... the soul wonders as eyes boggle in Knock shops. Frances Macaulay Forde ~ 2003 |