How Did Venice Begin?

It is a city on water. Whether you are approaching by air or traveling by train across a causeway you are stunned the first time you see Venice. It is a city that should not exist. Majestic cathedrals, palaces, and beautiful quaint buildings just erupt from the sea....

Service Men

There are many monuments at Normandy. All of them tell an important story that must not be forgotten. One of the most recent is the “Leadership” monument which is a simple portrayal of Dick Winters, a college grad from Pennsylvania who enlisted in the Army...

La Basilica di Santa Maria Trastevere

My son’s wedding was in La Basilica di Santa Maria in an area of Rome called Trastevere. That area is what you would think of when you think of an old Italian city. Very narrow winding cobblestone streets with little shops and very ancient doors. Outstanding...

Thank You for Freeing Us

Last month I was in Italy for the wedding of my son to his lovely bride from Rome. Our whole family was there visiting with our new family and seeing all the sights of “the Eternal City.” We did not know that in the middle of the week was a national...

Bistecca and Gelato

I have just come back from an amazing trip to Italy. I am convinced that Italy is now my second home. The people are wonderful, kind, and gracious. The scenery is stunning. The history is fascinating. The artwork is the greatest on earth. And the food….well,...