Above is the view from our apartment into our little piazza. We have to go through two doors out on a balcony and through another door before we get to our place. It's the perfect little getaway from the busy street next to the Duomo.
During our exploring time we came across different forks and beautiful alleyways. This one I found particularly pretty. I will say the green stoplight is very rare and most likely is a stop and start for pedestrians.
We kept waking straight and came across the Santa Maria Novella Plaza. After hours of walking through different streets covered by buildings it was nice to be in an open space.
I realized walking through Florence, there was something missing. There was no green. No trees or grass. I knew Florence was surrounded by the rolling hills, but in the center city it was just concrete. Behind the Santa Maria Novella, we got our first glimpse of green.
Last but not least, we all stared at the window full of chocolatey treats. I think we may have stared at the window for at least five minutes.
So there is a little glimpse of my day. Tonight we went to dinner with all of the program participants and our LDM Advisor, Mahgerita. Bread, wine, sparkling water, Risotto, Rigatoni, roasted vegetables, new potatoes, a block of parmesan cheese, and a chocolate custard for dessert.... for free. Benisimo!
Wow. Did I really eat that much?
Two and a half hours later... The girls in my apartment and a few others from an apartment near by all went to see the Ponte Vecchio and other historic parts of Florence. I definitely fell in love with this side. Near the water, old, old buildings, and many statues brought a whole new side of Florence. Unfortunately I didn't bring my camera to dinner so no pictures. But Kaitlin, Anna, and I are going to go back tomorrow and sketch. Should be fun!
Ciao for now...
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