We take a short walk

to the reputed home of St Francis.

Any of their family difficulties

resonate through the centuries

as we each have our own struggles:

with parents,

with children.

When is a line crossed

unforgivable?

All with the backdrop

of a gorgeous Umbrian day

whose warmth and beauty

are palpable reminders

of the peace

of this wondrous place,

Assisi.