blogging & writing – Signora Sheila

How Accessible is Your Website?

Close-up of a white computer keyboard with a bright blue accessibility key, wheelchair symbol, and “accessibility” text, emphasizing inclusion.

I recently installed an accessibility plugin called AccessiYes on all my websites because, as their website says, “every visitor deserves a site they can use.” I had never given much thought to site accessibility before, probably because it had never been an issue for me personally. I started looking into it only after a friendContinueContinue reading “How Accessible is Your Website?”

What Makes a Home {and a Blogging Home}?

Serene mid-century living room with cream sofa, rattan chairs, plants, botanical art, warm lamp light, and sunlight through tall windows.

Today, I remembered the day our daughter and her family moved back to the USA, which was several years ago. They kept their house here in Italy, so in the beginning we had to go there frequently. We had to empty the fridge, close windows, and tidy things up. Then we went upstairs to stripContinueContinue reading “What Makes a Home {and a Blogging Home}?”

I’m Finally Back!

A coffee mug and silver pen sit beside a lime-green note reading “I’m Back!” on a pink desk, conveying a cheerful return.

I’m back and I’ve missed you all. So, welcome back to my blog! I’ve been on sick leave from here because of the major surgery I underwent. I’m still struggling to write, not only because it’s difficult to get back into the habit, but also because it’s still physically challenging. None of my chair andContinueContinue reading “I’m Finally Back!”

Collodi: Pinocchio Park & The Butterfly House [Video]

Cartoon Pinocchio in a yellow hat and red shorts holds a red apple beside a stone wall, casting a large shadow; playful, curious mood.

The enchanting story of Pinocchio, written in 1881 by Carlo Lorenzini, is a beloved children’s classic. Not only in Italy, but all over the world! Since February 23rd is Pinocchio Day, I thought it would be a good time to introduce you to one of Italy’s lesser-known theme parks: The Pinocchio Theme Park! However, someContinueContinue reading “Collodi: Pinocchio Park & The Butterfly House [Video]”

The Days of the Blackbird: An Italian Legend

January 29, 30, and 31 are generally considered the coldest days of the year here, particularly in northern Italy. These days are also known as the Days of the Blackbird (i Giorni della Merla). This can be traced back to the Italian “Legend of the Blackbird”. Different regions of Italy have their own versions ofContinueContinue reading “The Days of the Blackbird: An Italian Legend”

I Asked AI, With Interesting Results

They want us to believe that AI can do just about anything we ask of it. We’re starting to see it on more and more platforms, such as Canva, Pixabay, and WordPress. Intrigued by this phenomenon, I started experimenting to see how AI would depict me or describe my life, interests, and beliefs. AI hasContinueContinue reading “I Asked AI, With Interesting Results”