Bells of St. Peter’s ring out loud
to welcome tourists
from all over the world.
Guides point out historical
and religious sites.
The Poliza, Italian Army,
and Swiss Guards
provide protection
in this carnival atmosphere.
where spiritual and curious gather.
Smart cars, and open-air buses,
motor scooters and pedestrians
bring the faithful
and faithless together.
Children on the arms
of their mothers and fathers
take in the sights
obligated to learn and observe
and maybe one day to care.
Nuns in long veils,
priests in black cassocks,
walk through the streets
with their heads bowed.
Will there be miracles in Rome today?
Italian men and women
Interact with the visitors,
“Yo habla espanol,”
“Parle vous fraces,”
“I speaka da ingles”
“Sorry I no understand
Say again
Sh, sh, sh, sh
Welcome to Rome.”
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