It took more than 120 years from laying the cornerstone to the consecration of St. Peter's, 7 Popes and artists such as Michelangelo, Raphael and Bernini to complete this marvelous edifice. An architectural wonder, this is a must see when in Rome.
Our summers are pretty hot in the desert and fresh flowers don't always do well in the house either. But I couldn't resist these rose colored lilies. They're bright and happy which always brightens my spirits in the heat.