E for Empty Cross

 

Thinking about the "E" entry in "My Texas Alphabet", I totally forgot about the Kerrville Empty Cross Mountain. It is quite a spectacular site and we did visit it some time ago.

The story shared by the site creators, tells about a lot of series obstacles that they had to overcome before they were able to complete that project.

 

 

There are quite a few sculptures by local artists in the garden and more being created. 

The Empty Cross is the main feature of the Park. You can see it from quite a distance.

Some miracles took place there as well. When you are at the Coming King Garden of Prayer, look for a free CD with a recording that informs about it all.

You can also find out about the miracles and the Garden here: https://thecrossatkerrville.org.

 

 

By the way, are you in need of a miracle?

People have written their prayers on the stones provided by the site creators. We left our prayer their too.

Celtic Festival in Ingram

Our Scottish genes took us to the Kerr County Celtic Festival, which was held in Ingram, TX. This year's edition of the event was a one-day thing only (contrary to the weekend-long festival two years ago).

We watched the sports tournament - well, we tried to see it, but no benches with leveled seat rows (as they had there before) + people covering the sight made it difficult since three competitions were going on simultaneously.

Nevertheless, we did enjoy it all, not only sports but also traditional Scottish music and dances.

San Antonio Pipes and Drums

 

One of the dance schools from San Antonio had a showcase with Scottish dances presentation.

Only in Texas you can camp and relax within the Stonehenge area.

Camping at Stonehenge, enjoying the showcase

The statues there are a good sight for taking pictures.