A long-awaited visit from my identical twin sisters gave me a renewed sense of my place in the world....

My birthday gave us an excellent opportunity to escape from reality....

My first visit to England was for girls only. And it was a blast....

A family birthday celebration in my adopted home country was one we will remember forever....

A recent dog-sitting experience did a lot to mend my broken heart. ...

We spent a glorious week visiting with old friends and making new memories in Tuscany. ...

Our village knife sharpener has retired and I fear what that means for the future of the small Italian village....

My return to Italy is marked by obstacles....

The best love in the world is the love of a dog. Millie brought me so much love over the years and now it's time to say goodbye....

August in Italy is a study in how to live your best life....