Prima Foto Di Vacanza.... First Vacation Photo...

The view of the Adriatic from Frances' balcony is just as beautiful as ever. I've taken  photos like this  so many tmes over the years. Waking up to this is an absolute treat!

Pronta Per La Vacanza… Ready For My Vacation…

I'm excited…  happy…  sort of sad…  and,   ready for my trip to Italy.  Can't wait to see all the family that I haven't seen for quite a while!  A little sad that I am going without Jim and Priscilla,  and leaving family, friends,  garden,  and all of the things that I love about being home.  It will be great though!  It's kind of crazy to think that I am leaving in late summer,  but when I come home,  it will be Fall.  Can't wait!

Bellezze del Weekend… Weekend Beauty…

It was a beautiful weekend… Family,  Friends,  Dinners Al Fresco,  A Fig Tart with Local Honey and Sage,   Mixed Berry Pie,   A Ricotta Tomato Tart With Herbs,   Beautiful Flowers,  Bread and Focaccia , Mussels, etc,  etc …