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[poliphilo]

We can't be sure who these ladies are but apparently they're older than the church that houses them. Aren't they elegant? One is dated c.1300 and the other c.1375. They've been placed rather awkwardly in the sanctuary of the Lady Chapel in a position where only the priest at the altar can see them properly. I had to climb over the altar rail to take these pictures. An act of trespass. But I am still a priest- yes I am: I may be listed in the archbishop's little black book, but they never defrocked me.

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[algabal.livejournal.com]

Did you ever consider returning to the priesthood?

[poliphilo.livejournal.com]

Only in moments of weakness.

Because, after all, it's a job for life- very cosy, very secure.

But- while remaining a Deist of sorts- I just couldn't bear to sign away my intellectual freedom.