The Venice Experience

I'll be checking into the hospital here in Venice on Monday morning, and having my knee replacement surgery Tuesday morning. It's no...

I happened across this "toilet" the other day and just could not resist snapping a photo and putting it here on my blog. Yes, you ...

It's no secret we've been trying to learn to speak Italian, and making slow progress. I know, it doesn't seem possible that we l...

I get questions every day from people I meet --- Why did you do it? What's it been like? Do you regret moving? How could you give up y...

In a city that is all old, old, old, it's just plain odd to see something so new. It sticks out like a sore thumb, but, I must admit I ...

Ciligie! Dark Cherries!! It's cherry season here in Venice, and this year they have been absolutely delicious. We can't stop eati...

Most days, I don't have my camera with me, but wished I had. Today, I was on a mission. I had a photograph in mind and needed to take my...

This adorable little penguin was made last week by Mauro Vianello at his shop in San Polo. It took Mauro about 10 minutes to make it, whil...

White peaches, figs, dark cherries, berries.. the fruit this season has been absolutely delightful!

I've been waiting almost a year for this event- the launching of our friend Roberto's brand new gondola. I think I'm almost as e...