The Swiss Guards outside the Vatican wearing their lively (and, unfortunately not very intimidating) outfits.
The Swiss Guards outside the Vatican wearing their lively (and, unfortunately not very intimidating) outfits.
The Pantheon in Rome was a very interesting visit. The kids were quite fascinated by the fact that the church had a hole in the roof (and it was raining…
Another view of St. Peter’s Basilica from outside the walls. Funny to think that that gate is the only thing that separated us from another country.
Some of the magnificent ruins at the Roman Forum in Rome, Italy. We had a lot of fun wandering around the ruins despite the deluge of rain that kept coming at…
The main square in Siena. It was lots of fun going back here. We’ve been here a few times already since Deane and I have been married but one of…
Still working on my post for San Juan. In the meantime, I have lots of photos from Tuscany and Rome to share! 🙂 This shot came from a shoe store…
Another photo from the Festival of the Thrush. As you can see, they take their festivals very seriously here. Each neighborhood as their own marching group, chants, and banner.
These folk dancers were part of the Festival of the Thrush held in Tuscany. This was one of my favorite days while in Tuscany. I always enjoy being a part…
One of the well-known landscapes in Tuscany. This church is pictured in a lot of calendars, etc. It’s actually on a piece of private property that allows visitors. It was…
It rained a lot in Rome. Oh, we got wet!!! The plus side was being able to capture some reflections in the little pools found along the Via della Concilliazione. This…