Category: Italian Village Life

The Italian language is beautiful - and still beyond my grasp. My attempts to learn Italian are frustrating, but I keep trying....

Italians live life to the fullest in the most simple ways. It's a beautiful balance that offers a wonderful perspective on life. ...

Italians take the concept of graceful aging to a new level. ...

Inspiration is everywhere in Italy - and it always takes a different form....

My Italian adventure is one year old-here's hoping for many more....

Music in various forms is helping us beat the heat in Italy this summer....

The Palio della Vittoria in Anghiari celebrates the 1440 Battle of Anghiari when the boundaries of present day Tuscany were decided. What a celebration it is!...

As our visit with Clay and the kids nears an end, we discover some Italian magic....

A special edition of the Scampanata offers a glimpse into the insane fun of the Italian culture....

We travel to the Val'Orcia area of Italy with Myra and are rewarded with great villages, fantastic wine, and incredible views....