1030 a.m.in route to Rome. We're on a very comfortable highway with views of vineyards and hills on both sides. Road trips in the U.S. would be a lot better with some views on the highway. I think I'll write a letter.. ha ha.. We have been told the trip into Rome is quite intense and that Florence was a breeze. If you are reading this, the trip was a success, because I type these up in route and post them as soon as I get Internet service.
Let talk about Siena shall we? I loved Siena, we all did. Siena is a population of about 60k, all in a reasonably small city. The first day, the ladies did some shopping after lunch in an area of town called Il Campo. Don't listen to my history facts, they are probably inaccurate. But, if you look at the picture to the right you can see a rounded sitting area in the middle of buildings. Twice a year they haul in sand to surround the sitting area for a horse race. The pictures of the races look very exciting and intense. We ate down in this area twice, it just feels really historic and special. I saw a few paintings that showed battles in this area, I guess Florence really did a number on Siena. The first day was really relaxing and we did a lot of walking and people watching.
My battery is about to die, and we're about an hour from Rome.
Thanks for the great messages, I'm glad you can all share this with us. I'm hoping it doesn't come off braggy, that isn't my intent. If you haven't been to Italy, you should start planning, even if it's 5 years down the line, and you put away a little every month. I'm so glad I came.
Message from the Nigro's:
Aunt Jr., Steve would like to tell you , he doesn't remember any mishaps of his early driving and it must be your advanced age that's causing you to remember falsehoods.. (from me, thanks for your supportive words, they have been very encouraging)
Erin, thanks for following and for your comments. Love and miss you lots and wish you and Judd were here!
Ken, we met a couple from Canada on the vineyard tour who claim to work for the Canadian government. They said they had a six month vacation and get to travel around Europe, but we know that they're not really on vacation and they wouldn't admit it but we know that they work for the same people you do and that they're really on the job. Say hi to Jackie.
and hello to everyone else following, you're all missed.
Messages from me:
Hi Golder, I can't say I wish I was there, sorry suckers! Actually thanks for following, and Please pass this link on to anyone who wishes to follow. I hope all is well there. Rich, thanks for the Grappa recommendation Cinque Terre has been the best by far.. really great stuff!
Auntie Lori, this is your postcard, goofball. It's very time consuming you little brat! I miss you a bunch, I know you would love it here... So much yummy food and it never stops.. Yesterday we ordered a glass of beer and they served us homemade chips and a bowl of snacks, that's the standard when ordering just a drink: )..
Buddies, start planning a trip to Europe if you haven't been. I know you may not think it's your type of thing, but it will change your life.
Mom, Dad and Jen, I'm glad to hear you have been so entertained by these posts, I miss you guys a ton and wish you were here. Of all people I think Dad would enjoy it the most, I doubt you would hear " Oh that place sucks" ha ha Go Pat's Jen! How did you do with my team?
4 comments:
Well Mike ,
just so you know ...........you are very safe as long as the vehicle is in motion, it's when the vehicle is standing till you should be afraid......VERY afraid!!! Steve- I will get yoou for that age comment!!! :)
Any way - glad you are having a great time and so happy to be able to follow along. Mike I think you should get a show on the travel channel - yoou are a lot more entertaining than tmost of them are!!! It takes a lot of time/energy to keep blogging - so we your devoted followers salute you! Aunt Jr.
glad to see you are having a blast! great photos! keep up the commentary... btw, i heart the name of ur blog... so fitting... lmao
~Mel Brooks
Looks like you are having a great time! Any nice whiskys out there? =)> We will all have to get together again when you get back! Enjoy the rest of your time.
Mike,
It looks like your having a great trip. Your narrative and photos are really good. The quest for great pizza, wine and grappa...that's pretty good living. Keep up the search for grappa, what have you got to lose? The best grappa I had was from Varese (north of Milano) at a little bar on top of a mountain called Sacro Monte di Vasese...not a normal stop for public transportation, but if you find yourself in the area, you must check it out. See you back in the office, I'm sure you can't wait. How could I resist mentioning work while I'm here and you're off seeing the world...seems fair to me.
Rich.
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