Madrid, Sicily and Rome
We had such a great day! It began with a Thomaston connection. We went to the home of Rachel Villa, formerly Rachel Paterson. Her parents were Sharon Smith Foster and David Paterson of Thomaston. She attended Upson-Lee High School and her mother and Gail Thomas were sisters. Rachel Villa, who lived in Thomaston, Ga. for … Continue reading A Fabulous Last Day around Mt. Etna & a Thomaston Connection!
This ricotta stuffed ravioli with a pumpkin/pistachio sauce was fantastic. This was one of those days where plans fell through, but things turned out just fine. We drove to the Mt. Etna museum (I’m not going to keep harping on how terrifying the drive everywhere is…but it was terrifying). But the museum was closed to … Continue reading Ladies Who Lunch
Sunrise from our villa We drove a long and winding road today, up the mountain, down the mountain and across the mountain and it led us to something truly memorable.We met a gentle soul who gave us a magical experience just because he could, just because he wanted to share something special with some strangers. … Continue reading A Magical Day
We visited one of Sicily’s most picturesque towns today, Taormina, perched atop a mountain overlooking the sea. Even though it was overcast, the views were stunning. Taormina is filled with side alleys that lead to the towns multi levels. We got a late start, for which I am to blame. I stayed up late trying … Continue reading Taormina: Such A Beauty
Renting a car in another country and driving is never the best part of travel. We’ve done it multiple times, including a few times in Italy, but this is the first time we had to pick up a car in what was essentially the center of the city. Also, there’s the whole insurance thing and … Continue reading Travel Day: Some easy driving, some not so easy
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
Kim & Betsy 