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What We’re learning in Italy

  1. Don't take a picture of a Swiss Guardsman until you exit St. Peter's Basilica. Even if you are five feet from the exit.
  2. Learn enough Italian to be able to purchase cheese in expected quantities that cost less than 17 Euros.
  3. When you stand on the Metro, noses land uncomfortably close to armpits. I guess that's better than the alternative of sitting.
  4. The Vatican Museum is an overwhelming combination of humanity and art.
  5. The yarn store is closed on weekends.
  6. A litre of house wine at Guido's costs 4 Euro and is served in a whiskey bottle. A bottle of Montepulciano at the grocery store costs E2.49.
  7. No matter how bad a Catholic one considers oneself to be, seeing the Pope in person is still a moving experience.
  8. What do you do when you spill red Italian wine on your yarn? You immediately try to suck it out 🙂

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13 responses to “What We’re learning in Italy”

  1. Karen Avatar
    Karen

    That is a very colorful outfit! So did your saliva get the red wine stain out? 😉

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  2. Jane Avatar
    Jane

    LoVE the Coca cola LIGHT!

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  3. Nancy Woodhouse Avatar
    Nancy Woodhouse

    I love your Reversible Herringbone Stitch Scarf. Is it possible to get a copy of the pattern?

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  4. Angie Avatar
    Angie

    I’m going to just wear maroon and wine coloured clothing. Had to throw out the last white blouse I wore to a party. Love the travelogue!

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  5. wendy g Avatar
    wendy g

    Have a wonderful trip!

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  6. Wylie K Rundell Avatar
    Wylie K Rundell

    I love that Reversible Herringbone Stitch Scarf. May I have a copy of the pattern?

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  7. Marianne Avatar
    Marianne

    ‘Sounds like you guys had way too much fun in Rome. Enjoy your Transatlantic trip! (Even though you’re already on it! :D)

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  8. Cheryl Avatar
    Cheryl

    I really got quite the giggle about sucking the wine out of your yarn, but the more I thought about it, the more I realized I would probably do the same thing.
    I loved Rome when I was there 20some yrs ago… hoping to go back again one day.
    Also please may I have a copy of your lovely Herringbone Stitch scarf, it will be the perfect complement to my middle son’s knucks that I made him last year. Thanks

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  9. Thomasean Avatar
    Thomasean

    Did you have fun in Italy!!! How much Italian do I need to speak to be able to stay for a month and have a great trip???
    BTW I’d like to have a copy of the Reversible Herringbone Stitch Scarf.
    TYVM!!!!!!!
    SassySean on Ravelry!!!

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  10. Fishydish Avatar
    Fishydish

    Are you overwhelmed yet by people asking for your Reversible Herringbone Scarf? If not, please send me one too! Li’s scarf for world domination!

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  11. megan Avatar
    megan

    Hi! Great blog! I would love to get a copy of your herringbone ribbed scarf pattern. I have some beautiful yarn that would be perfect for it!

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  12. Rebekah Avatar
    Rebekah

    sounds like your having a wonderful time. Flavored yarn, this could be a whole new fashion frenzy movement!

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  13. Bobbie Avatar
    Bobbie

    Stitch, Chuck is surely comforted by remaining in a country that speaks his language, and has access to ‘911’. You, on the other hand, are now the family voyager. Eat pasta (for those of us on a low-carb diet), drink wine, and buy Chuck something Italian….

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