Soon, I’ll be treading the precarious pedestrian pathways of this busy city.
Soon, I’ll be trying to find more examples of the works of this particular street artist.
And, I’ll be wishing I could give rejects like this a new home.
I’ll be visiting this city’s own Piazza San Marco, complete with a Venetian lion.
And, soon I’ll be seeing this dear little girl, who will now be a year older.
Hello World 
Can’t wait to read all about your adventures!
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I’m here now, it’s raining …. That gives me an excuse to be lazy, right??
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It gives you a bit of time to recover from the jet lag. I know you want to be out exploring but Mother Nature is telling you to rest a bit and then The Adventure Begins!
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So excited you made it safe n sound!! Have a relaxing jet lag day!!!!
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It’s dark time now, so I’ll just make some dinner and have some wine (I do miss screw top bottles), and think small thoughts, Linda.
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Can’t wait for your reports.
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Hi, Andrew. And, I keep looking for new stuff from you 3. I’m off to the reader now, to see if there’s a new chapter!
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Oh, what happy news.
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it is going to fly! I wish it feels longer for you though. Love the beautiful Florence! sighhhhh
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I’ll be in your old neighbourhood, Giannetta, not far from where you stayed. I’m looking forward to new adventures. Are you planning your next trip? ❤
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2016 is in the works , Spain
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Miami this august , just beach and r&r
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Happy Trails Yvonne,looking forward to sharing your adventures!
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Thanks, Rob. Cheers to you folks.
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Congratulations on your upcoming visit. Such a precious little one. Is she your granddaughter? Enjoy a beautiful and safe trip.☕️
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Isn’t she lovely, coffeeg? She’s the daughter of young Florentine friends. They aren’t half proud of her. 🙂
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have fun!!!
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I promise to do that, Mrs. B 🙂
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You lucky girl. I could fit in a suitcase if I folded over twice. But I can’t. So have a great time.
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I shall have a good time, suchled.
You would find it very bumpy in my suitcase as I walked down the cobble stone streets.
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Yvonne, safe travels. I too am so excited, you’d think I was packing my suitcase! Wish Dan and I were going to be there so we could share a glass, but we will look forward to your posts! Salute! Bridget
And that little Olivia is just adorable!
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Bridget, I’ll be keeping my eyes open for stalkers as I wander around in Florence!
Yes, Olivia is so darn cute. It’s nice to think I’ll get to see how changed she is (and also 2 little baby boys in Venice who are just a month older than Olivia).
I’ll let you know how the spritz in Florence rates, in comparison to the Venetian ones. 🙂
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Yes, watch out for those stalkers! Be especially careful on the vaporetto.
Thanks for the research – look forward to your findings!
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That will be so much fun for you, Yvonne. And the weather will be great.
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I’ve been watching the forecast, and it’s getting quite mild, Anneli.
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Nice! I’m happy for you.
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That baby is a cutie!
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Olivia is gorgeous, Joanne, and her parents love her to pieces. 🙂
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Wishing you a wonderful trip and very much looking forward to updates.
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Thank you, Sue. One thing I can guarantee: you won’t see a post where I’m riding a bike. 🙂
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Well that’s all right 🙂
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I can hardly wait and I’m not even going!
I know you will have a simply marvelous time and I’m looking forward to Firenze and Venezia through your eyes.
One of my classmates is headed to Firenze for two weeks in August and I’ll be sure to share your blog from there with him.
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There’s so darn much to see in and around Florence. The 2 months are just going to fly by!
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Remember to watch out (both ways) for cars and mopeds…you’re not going to be in Venice there!
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Thanks for the reminder! Coming from bustling Dismal Swamp, it’s definitely something I need to keep in mind.
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Lucky you I on the other hand am off to gangland Tlazazalca, Mexico
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Now, thereby hangs a tale, Joanne!
I had a look online to see what your destination is like, it looks interesting.
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So jealous! Do you ever go to Prato?
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No, I haven’t been there, Jane. I just had a look online, and Prato sounds very worth a visit.
And, there’s an Australian connection: “The Monash University Prato Centre is the European base for Monash University (Melbourne, Australia). A study abroad destination for Monash students.”
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I had a brief overnight there last summer before spending a week in Florence. I would go back…, the Cathedral with its mushroom pulpit for showing the Virgins belt has lippi frescos inside. If you decide to go I have a photo request!
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I tried to send you some pictures of the Prato Duomo…but can’t see how to do it
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Give me your request, and if it’s legal, I’ll try to do it for you, Jane. 🙂
Prato is so close to Florence, it will make an ideal day trip.
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Jane, if it’s OK, I’ll send you an email, and you can then send me the photos.
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All together now – AWWW 🙂 Have a great time!
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Awwww, thank you, lady L.
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Bon voyage! ENJOY!
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I sure will, Darlene. I hope your move goes smoothly!
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who is the baby?
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That gorgeous little girl is Olivia. She is the well loved daughter of Francesco and Valentina, nice young Florentine friends.
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Yes yes yes yes…..our ambassador will return to our beloved Italia!!!!!
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Oh, ‘ambassador’. Does this mean I have to be on my best behaviour, Linda?
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