Well it looks like I’m going to hell. You would think it’s because, having toured both the Vatican/St. Peter’s and the Colosseum now, I much prefer the Colosseum (argument in defense of my position will be detailed below). But that’s not the offense for which I am condemned. TWO tour guides told me that I […]
The ornithologists tour Rome
Before I instruct you on the whole of Roman history, you should probably know that, in the picture above, the creature in the foreground was identified by Jim as a penguin. Rightfully dismayed, I pointed out that it was actually a pigeon. It was only Kris, with her PhD in human psychology, who was able […]
Arrived in Rome: just a few pictures
We made it to Rome! One of the things I was excited about was the train ride between Venice and Rome. I had booked some new train class I researched called “Executive” class, based mostly on our experience in Spain, where the train seats are pretty tight – and Ron ventured out away from me […]
Redefining art in Padua
I want to tell you about the UNESCO World Heritage Scrovegni Chapel in Padua but you need to be patient for a minute. We took the train over there this morning and I had done some serious research to get us sought-after tickets. For 14 Euros, you get 15 minutes of access to the chapel […]
