Our group was out exploring.

Taking someone’s photograph overseas requires courage and perseverance through the language barrier. Sometimes I can manage it, but other times I take the cowardly route and just snap a shot of the life around me. These were taken in various cities in and around the Istrian Peninsula of western Croatia.

It’s a beautiful land, green hills, blue water, fresh air and unpronounceable words.

In case you need to find the Ispovijed, it’s near the WC.

This dress lets you know where to look.

Breaking Bad is cool everywhere.

3 out of 4 women on cell phones.

The Franciscans enjoying a moment of mirth.

She tried to sell us that tablecloth for 10 euro.

The faithful lighting candles.

We got in two minutes before closing. Quiet, empty churches are just as interesting as the ones filled with worshipers.

People love a pope.