Things of Note

Things I've forgotten to mention so far

I love the way the language sounds here.

I love the way sales people say 'Grazie arrivederci' with every syllable sounded out and the 'r's' that roll off the tongue.

Due to the lack of space, instead of having unique gardens and house fronts, these homes have unique doors. I've captured some, not all.

I love the phrase 'facciamo così' (meaning 'we'll do it like this') It just sounds amazing

Prego ('you're welcome') is another favourite

I like the way my Zia Lina speaks a few words in English. She got something spot on today and got all shy like a little kid. Just gorgeous.

Being stopped by strangers that say 'You're the Australians aren't you?' and proceed to tell us their link to our family (today it was the village tailor that used to pick my Nonno up from the airport)

Hearing that our family can see my Nonno in Tom.

Then being told that he sits in the same place Nonno did and has a few of the mannerisms too.

Walking to no where in particular and seeing some of the most amazing views in the world.

Squealing like a little kid at everything that's going on.

Drives through mountains.

Taking photos like there's no tomorrow.

Bonding time with mum.

Playing Italian card games at the local bar.

I think that's all for now.

<3 to your mother.