We had so much fun Friday night that moving around this morning took a little effort until coffee helped us pick up some steam. We left about 11 a.m. to go to the Monreale and see the Cathedral. It was truly amazing. On the slopes of Monte Caputo overlooking Palermo, the Monreale Cathedral is a … Continue reading Monreale: Unreal(el)
Month: February 2026
Sunshine, Good Food and Great Fun
We had such a wonderful day today. The weather was stunning. Cefalu was stunning. The day began with a slow morning and then a taxi to the train station and then a very pleasant and scenic trip. I booked an Uber at the station to take us into the heart of the city - and … Continue reading Sunshine, Good Food and Great Fun
Sicily Day 2: A mixed bag, but mostly great
It was the best of times. It was the worst of times. - Charles Dickens. That guy knew what he was talking about. As I mentioned in a previous post, this trip is different from any we’ve ever taken. Betsy’s injuries from being struck by a car bring a new set of challenges. Our other … Continue reading Sicily Day 2: A mixed bag, but mostly great
Sicily!
Spoiler Alert: Travel Day. We took few photos. After a good night’s sleep and a lazy morning, we packed up (we bought nothing, yet it seems like our suitcase is even more stuffed) and then called an Uber to the airport. We got loaded up in the Uber and buckled in the backseat (they require … Continue reading Sicily!
Madrid Likes Us After All
The Royal Palace of Madrid. The chandeliers were numerous and really unbelievable. And without a speck of dust. They sparkled like diamonds. Today has been wonderful. The clouds parted from time to time and the sunshine warmed us and brightened up the city. So much opulence for so few people, as Betsy says, while others … Continue reading Madrid Likes Us After All
Sicily by way of Madrid and on to Rome
We are in Madrid and not gonna lie, it’s been a challenge. For a minute there, we felt like Madrid may hate us. Rain, closed streets, cold winds, long lines to the places we wanted to go. We felt as though we were foiled at every turn. The travel portion from Nashville started off with … Continue reading Sicily by way of Madrid and on to Rome






