Kicking back and Chillaxing Do you remember these old Nokia cellphones? It was not that long ago when only business people had crazy blackberry smartphones, checking email every two seconds. Now, everyone and their dog
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This is the scenery you pass on road from Florence to Rome. Weekend trip to Rome Off to Rome again this weekend to visit nonna! We always like to bring along some yummy treats to
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Not now mom… I’m reading. Julienne’s Picks Here is a list of Julienne’s Top 10 Books for toddlers in order of her own personal preference (which shifts daily): My Friends by Taro Gomi We bought
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Happy 1st day of Spring It is the first day of Spring here in Florence and what a glorious day it is. Today the temperature reached highs of 23°C (73°F) and it’s only March! Italians
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