San Xavier Mission

Next week at this time I will have begun my work with AmeriCorps.  I'm actually starting to get very excited about it.  But since most of my errands are done, I decided to do some sightseeing of my new town today.  I took the bus all the way down to the transit and then caught the shuttle that takes you out to San Xavier Mission.  It's an Indian reservation south of Tucson with their own health clinic, school, cemetery, etc.,  The shuttle ride was peaceful.  There were many Native Americans.  I was the only white person.  Pictures often times speak louder than words, so I will let the pictures do the talking.  I was impressed by the beatify of San Xavier Mission and Church, also known as the White Dove of the Desert. 

There were lots of candles burning. lots of crosses, many cactuses on the hills, and a broad stretch of land.  There was a small museum, gift shop (all items are tax free on the reservation), and even a little snack bar.  I stopped to try my first Indian fry bread soaked in honey.  It was worth the trip in and of itself!