Star Spangled
Happy, Happy Independence Day from the first town in the first state!
Lost in Napoli
With all the times I've visited Naples, Italy I was sure I had an overall map of the city I could use to determine the precise location of o
Of Pills, Pompeii, and Pottery
I was recently discussing the merits of visiting Pompeii with a couple. One of them wondered why anyone would want to visit such a sad place
Passport News
After a long siege of major delays at the State Department during covid and for a couple of years after, the process has returned to managea
Happy Birthday to Me
a list of 27 things you can do that promise to improve your mood while you’re away.
Sparkles All Around
As I was taking my morning walk I was reminded of a phrase my dearest friend, Claire said long ago: "It's a day that makes you happy to be a
About the Flag
As we head into our first summertime holiday, I am reminded of how important and beautiful our country's flag is.
Gold and Bridges of Florence
One of the most notable bridges in the world is the Ponte Vecchio (Old Bridge) over the Arno River in Florence.
Recalling a May Procession
White Cliffs of Dover, which I chose because I have guests travelling there.
Freedom and Gondolas
Today Italians are celebrating Liberation Day.