Italy’s streets and piazzas are usually full of people, even in the evening. But with the lockdown all that has changed. An eerie silence has settled over the strangely unpeopled streets and towns. Except for the car that goes through town every day with a loudspeaker broadcasting the order to stay indoors. That’s the final […]
Our years here in Italy have taught us that a slower pace helps us to enjoy life more and spend more time with the people and things we love. Whenever I talk about this, I meet others who would like to escape the stresses of life in the fast lane. They long for a more […]
As parents, it hurts to see our children or grandchildren go through difficulties, doesn’t it? And if you’re like me, you want to fix all their problems. Kiss their wounds and make them better just like we did when they were little. But when serious trials come it’s not so easy. We can’t make things […]
Marriage is a learning process. I’ve found that no matter how long you’ve been married or how great your marriage is, there’s always something new to learn. There’s always some area to improve, or a wrong to forgive. Hubby and I are celebrating 41 years today. And for us, it’s a celebration of God’s faithfulness. […]