Today we were asked for directions dozens of (read: 2) times, because we are truly Assisans and obviously, people can tell. Let's talk about the day overall: a mix.
First: I was asked for directions by an Italian man on the way to the San Matteo market, and bought some fresh veggies and a food processor down there. Felt pretty good about myself.
Second: We fought the mighty lizards on our long walk down to Santa Maria. It was quite the tiring adventure.
Third: After visiting the Basilica of Santa Maria degli Angeli (pretty!), we donated to a local boy scout troop and got ourselves a Christmas pencil. Not too shabby. They were super-polite. Here's a nice shot of the basilica:
Fourth: We paid a visit to our favorite local pasta fresca shop, where they opened Just For Us. That's right, VIPs Annie and Kim were in need of some good pasta, and they made it happen. Pumpkin ravioli and fresh spaghetti. Yum!!
Fifth: Our trip to the grocery store proved fruitful for almost everything on our list, but they had no Amaretto. Seriously? Seriously. We're still slightly in withdrawal.....
Sixth: While we waited at the bus stop to get back up to Assisi, we were honked and hollered at by (ready?) Italian firemen. Yes. True. Vero. Si.
Seventh: We gave excellent directions to some international tourists seeking the city's center, a path which we clearly know by heart. We could walk this place in our sleep, people!
So overall, a good day. With the mighty lizards defeated (for today... dun Dun DUNNNNN!), and enough wine and whisky cream to tide us over until the amaretto is restocked (shut up, it's for our coffee), I think we'll live another day. Ciao, babe.
3 comments:
Gorgeous pics, and pumpkin ravioli sounds delish!
Ah, to be Assisians again! Happy Turkey Week, ladies. No whole turkeys for you unless you go to the market and process your own. Say hi to my twins for me.
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