Primavera

Although spring has finally arrived in London, we're really looking forward to returning to the villa next weekend, as I hear that la primavera has arrived will full force in Italia.

I'm also looking forward to seeing the progress on the footbridge across the Lima, linking the gardens and car park of the Villa Fiori next door with Ponte a Serraglio. During our last visit, we saw that the structure now spans the width of the river, and it looked like it was nearly complete. I'll put up some pictures after our next visit.

Earthquake

We are very thankful that we did not feel any effects from Monday's devestating earthquake in Abruzzo. The destruction and loss of life are terrible and our thoughts are with all of the victims.

If you want to contribute to the rescue efforts, the National Italian American Foundation has started an Abruzzo Relief Fund and the Croce Rossa Italia is also very active in providing relief and assistance to the victims.

Headed Back

We're headed back to the villa for an extended stay for the first time since mid-February. I'm looking forward to some Spring sunshine, although when I checked the weather yesterday, it had been raining for days and expected to rain all week. Hopefully it will be all "rained out" by this weekend and we can enjoy some good weather. Fingers crossed.