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I met Sognatrice(her name is really Michelle)through her blog, Bleeding Espresso. She is a someone I admire because she moved from the US to Italy and I can live vicariously through her.  She is an inspiration, not only because she…

Do you believe in destiny?  Kismet?  Happenstance?  Coincidence?  Well, whatever you want to call it…I do.  Only I really don’t believe in coincidence.  I feel firmly in my heart that everything happens for a reason.  You just may not know…

Another thing I love so much about the Metropolitain is how French the signage, trains and the stations are.  I adore the Art Nouveau entrances designed by Guimard.  Here are a few of my favorites from my collection… The trains…

If you have ever been to New York City, you have probably hopped a ride on our subway system at some point in your trip.  NYC subways are old, dirty, smelly, crowded and extremely confusing.  I never know if I…

photo courtesy of About.com In the month of August, most Parisians take their vacations and head out of town for the month.  Many stores close up shop, even the best ice cream place in Paris, Berthillon.  But what do the…

While catching up on my fav blogs today to find that my good blogging buddy, KC from the blog Niente di nuovo avviene sotto il sole nominated me for a Schmooze award!  Well, I must say that I am honored,…

Positano is best enjoyed at a leisurely pace.  It is not a big city, loaded with museums, tours, hustle and bustle(though it can get crowded).  People generally come here to relax and take in the gorgeous beauty all around you. …

view from our balcony As I promised you last week…I bring you more Positano.  But quite honestly, I don't see how it could ever be enough.  It all started when we saw the movie Under the Tuscan Sun.  When Frances…

I am sitting here this morning, tuning into the final laps of the Tour de France.  Not so much for the cycling, I shamelessly admit, but more for the scenes of Paris. The Eiffel Tower, the Place de la Concorde,…