St. Peter’s in Rome – did you know?

St. Peter’s in Rome – did you know?

Did you know that St. Peter’s is the largest and wealthiest church in the world, and it was built with bronze taken from the pantheon and marble from the Roman forum and the Colosseo? And, that St. Peter was crucified on this very ground (under the bronze altar piece...
How I always find myself in Tuscany

How I always find myself in Tuscany

Photo: Collin Pierson It is always with a heavy heart that I leave Florence, Lucca and all of my loved ones. Many years ago, I found myself here. I learned about the woman I wanted to become. I learned about independence, and communication. I learned how to take...
Destinations: Firenze; Mercato Nuovo

Destinations: Firenze; Mercato Nuovo

Photo: Collin Pierson There is not much that is better than time with my dad in Italy. We have had so many adventures and shared a lot of laughter here throughout my life, but especially on Italy trips. I am really, truly happy to be here with him. As many of you may...
Destinations: Montalcino, Italy and a day of wine tasting!

Destinations: Montalcino, Italy and a day of wine tasting!

…”Where you are is who you are. The further inside you the place moves, the more your identity is intertwined with it. Never casual, the choice of place is the choice of something you crave…” ~ Frances Mayes The thing about Tuscany, what makes it so truly...

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