Every once in a while, life teaches you a lesson. It jerks you out of complacency and tells you to wake up and smell the coffee. I get the feeling that life has been sending out a very similar signal to me lately. For some strange reason, I thought of someone who hasn’t really been…
The European adventure – VI
This vacation draws to a close. On the way from Florence to Pisa to take a flight back to Paris, I feel free. This is the first time I’m taking a vacation alone. It’s taken me 31 years and over 10 years of work life to gather the courage to go somewhere alone, just to…
The European adventure – V
Special exhibition happening in the Galleria dell’Accademia on “Acknowledging Michelangelo”. Starts today and open until May 18. I’m just plain lucky! No photos allowed inside the gallery…am so disappointed. David simply adds itself to my list of not-to-miss works of art. Capturing a fluidity and grace that’s hard to explain David captivates even the casual…
The European adventure – IV
It’s confirmed now. The Italians are different from their other European counterparts. They don’t understand the meaning of the term “queue”. The train is quite nice. Comfortable with on-board WiFi for a cent! Found the hotel quite easily. The lady at the tourist information desk was nice enough to hand me an English version of…
The European adventure – III
In the Colosseum. Awe-inspiring edifice. Brought up a Hollywood pop culture, I couldn’t help picturing a very sexy Russel Crowe in the arena. ???? But, what’s a Christian cross doing in a pre-Christian Roman monument? Interesting to see men dressed in ancient Roman costumes. Palatino Museum: Sculpture dating back to Roman antiquity. Main distinction between…