Sydney is whipped up in a vibrant, Catholic* frenzy this week on account of the Pope being in town and World Youth Day.

A news report was just on giving an update on the fesitivities. The footage showed lots of kids running around, waving flags and banners and such.

“Look mummy, it’s a great big circus!” exclaimed my son, pointing at the screen.

 Little does he know his grandmother will be joining them on Saturday.

*There’s two words you don’t often see joined up.

** Hey, I’m Catholic, I’m allowed to make jokes.

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