London is undoubtedly the busiest and most complex city I have ever visited. I am glad I got to spend some time there but a second future visit is in order. These are some things I learned. I am usually so good about investigating new places; I did not do my usual work and it … More Lessons Learned from London
Our first trip to London, what an eye-opener! This is undoubtedly the busiest city I have ever visited and that includes New York and Rome. Cars, buses, and bicycles speed through the narrow streets of this city that easily blends the old with the new. We began our day with a walk across London Tower … More Tower, Thames, and Time Piece, Oh, My!
One of the nice things about where we live in Italy is its closeness to many different areas. Mike has been to Garmisch-Partenkirchen, Germany, a beautiful town in Bavaria, several times but never has had time to be a tourist. So we decided a road trip was in order. The area is surrounded by mountains, … More A Road Trip: Destination Bavaria
This is the fourth summer we have spent at our modest home in Umbertide. By this time little rituals have sprung forth. At the Wednesday market, we chose from the various multi-colored petunias and geraniums deciding on the perfect ones to sit outside in the window boxes located on each floor of the building. This … More The Fourth Time’s a Charm!