Thursday, March 1, 2007
Anticipating visitors
We are looking foward to visits from American friends this month, some from Tenth Church and some from Lower Gwynedd Little League. Dori, you had asked what sites to see in your short time here. I'm no expert, but certainly the Sistine Chapel, the Colosseum and the Pantheon are not to be missed. Whatever precious minutes you have left should be spent in a church on the Piazza del Popolo (Santa Maria del Popolo), which houses two extremely moving paintings by Caravaggio--one the Conversion of St. Paul and the other the Crucifixion of St. Peter (don't know exact title). I can't remember if y'all have been here before but I imagine Dori that as an artist you will love observing the colorful buildings, intricate fabrics and arresting images--people included. This of course is free and you can take it all home with you in your mind's eye!
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It's great to hear you're having such a good time. Hi Stephen!!
Just to catch you up on Galileo, he invented the telescope and experimented with laws of motion. Like 2 objects of different weight fall at the same rate and density is what matters when deciding if things float or not. He debunked some of the teachings of Aristotle who was held to be unrefutable. He was the first to see the moons of Jupiter and the craters on our moon. He helped pull us out of the dark ages. Can you tell I like him a lot? Don't know if I'd want to see his finger though. Bet Stephen thought it was cool.
I agree Florence is cleaner than Rome. Loved the shopping there. Italy was a favorite country to visit. Take care.
I just read your all of your blog postings and I am charmed by your vivid descriptions. What a wonderful adventure for your family! I wish that I had the energy to do something so unique and memorable.
Andrew just arrived home from your house and I am happy to report that all is well. I had a nice chat with your Mom today
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