Shape of a Heart

As a collector of vintage catholic relics,

I find myself learning so much about the past.

Although these are not vintage, I adore ex-votos.

I bought mine here sometime last year.

They are given to Saints as a fulfillment of a vow (hence the Latin term, short for ex voto suscepto, "from the vow made") or in gratitude or devotion.

Often the ex-voto is in the shape of a heart,

To show or represent the giver's heartfelt thanks.