Lazy Sunday

 The Tuscan chapter is half way through. Today I am enjoying some Al Bowlly  and earl grey on this rainy Sunday. The almond tree blows its little white petals by my window with a smell so sweet. My belly is full from another 4 course Italian family lunch. These people take their food seriously. Such comforting meals. Every weekend I have gotten to explore another ancient city. This week Lucca, next week Valdera. I am in love with this country. It's so enchanting! Maria has been amazing, welcoming me into the family as if I was one of them. If it wasn't for the language barrier I'm sure I would have gotten closer with them all. But I feel that Maria and I are enjoying the communication challenge. I think it will make better communicators out of us. I smile everyday, sleep so soundly and dream vividly. With the perfect balance of town and country, I have to say, life has been pretty darn good these past couple of weeks.

In Lucca, there is a street lined with these beautiful Magnolia trees. Pink magnolias on one side and white on the other.

Shoes! Every weekend in Lucca there is an awesome street market.

A creepy and wicked cool sculpture I found placed in an Alley while wondering around the street market. I am not sure what its story is, but i like it!

My delicious lunch in Lucca. I love how olive oil is and vinegar is severed with every meal. And of course a basket of bread.