I never thought I’d describe a male voice as having a ‘velvet’ sound, but if you’ve ever listened to Tony Tardio on the radio then you’ll know what I’m talking about. (A friend of my mother’s describes his voice as Hot Chocolate, and I’d add …
There have been many times recently when I have decided I ought to start a diet. There have been equal number of times when I thought I’d actually start that diet, only to have my ‘healthy eating’ plan last a couple of days (if that)! …
The suitcase is packed, and tomorrow morning I am leaving for two weeks in Australia. It’s mostly work , but there will also be time for me to catch up with family & friends. I’m going with a friend of mine, Lucio… and it’s his …
Over the last week I have done quite a bit of train travel. Last weekend I was visiting my sister Lisa in Florence with Annabella and Joseph, back to Rome Sunday night and then off to Lucca for an appointment Wednesday. You’ll hear a lot …
The other day when I was so fed up with myself, I asked myself how hard can it be? Just eat meat, vegetables, fish, fruit, healthy breakfasts, sprinkle everything with seeds and soon you’ll be glowing, smiling at the sheer joy of life and just exuding …
There was a time in my life when I would get very excited when end of season sales started. I was younger, and I’m assuming I also had more money to spend. Actually, I definitely had more money to spend then. I would be there …
Today I put all the Christmas decorations away. Funny how this job was left for me to do alone, although just as well because my OCD kicks in big time and I like to have everything separated and organised in separate zip-lock bags. Our Christmas …
As I sit here contemplating my year that was 2015, I struggle to write anything inspirational or positive. I can’t really complain about 2015, but I can’t rave about it either. My Australian family and friends will be waking up at this time, and we will be …
I was just thinking, it’s really day 6 considering I arrived here on Sunday. I am feeling much improved today, and was happy to meet one of my Australian Instagram & Facebook friends in Florence today. Her name is Paola Bacchia and she has …
As you can see, I am an excellent babysitter! This is Thomas helping out with the laundry, as I am a firm believer in getting kids to pull their weight around the house. Yes, I’ve been doing the laundry for Lisa and had everything ironed …