Note: I have had this post written for almost 2 weeks, but I just couldn't share about my wonderful journey to Italy at the same time that one of my dearest friends was saying goodbye to the love of her life after a massive heart attack. John's sudden death reminded all of us that we are not promised another breath, no matter our age or the plans we have made or the people depending on us.I have spent a lot of time the past few days filled with gratitude for normal days with my family, more … [Read more...]
My Arms are Black and Blue…….Farm Girls Go to Italy Part Two
If you missed Farm Girls go to Italy...Part One, you can read it here.First stop-Milano, the fashion capitol of the world!We flew into Malpensa airport, got our first passport stamps (!) and headed across the street to the Sheraton. We got our first glimpse of the kindness of the Italian people and started running into other ladies who were joining us on our trip.I always imagined before traveling to Europe, I would spend months with my nose in guidebooks learning all about the areas … [Read more...]
My Arms are Black and Blue….Farm Girls Go to Italy
Part OneBeautiful mountains.Crystal clear waters.Blooming flowers everywhere. Lemon and orange trees.Olive groves.Dining alfresco with a grape arbor heavy with bunches of green grapes forming the ceiling overhead.Sweet, sweet people smiling as I freely and happily practiced my Italian phrases trying to get the accent and the rolled "r's" just right. I'm sure I sounded like a fool. A very happy fool!I have spent the last few days pinching myself as a reminder that I was actually awake and … [Read more...]