Rome – May 2016 – Part 2

I could walk the same streets time after time, and still see different things, when I am in this most beautiful of cities! The Caravaggio Experience was an amazing exhibit, in which one was surrounded by images and closeups from the artist’s work.  This enabled the viewer to see the paintings in a new and…

Rome – May 2016 – Part 1

I love Rome!  Yes, it can be chaotic, and crowded.  The traffic in the streets can be daunting for visitors who have chosen to drive around town, and even for those who attempt to cross a street.  But, even with all of that, the city is wonderful, and filled with amazing things to see, and…

Cerveteri – Day 4

I have always considered myself lucky that I have been surrounded, especially as a child, by a loving and caring family.  I have fond memories of growing up, spending time with all of my cousins, aunts and uncles, and I was extremely fortunate to be able to have all of my grandparents around until I…

Cerveteri – Day 3

Day 3 began with a trip to the town’s main church, Santa Maria Maggiore, which is located right next to the Palazzo in which I was staying.  As a matter of fact, the Palazzo has its own private entrance into the church, as the two are connected by a walkway that I think was behind…