domenica 22 maggio 2011

A Room With a View


I titled this blog ‘enchanted,’ and arriving at our villa in Castelraimondo has actually made me believe it about this trip. It is beyond beautiful here. Our room does indeed have a view, of the hills and fields of the Italian countryside. We’re surrounded by views; the one from the pool is pretty wonderful too. The villa itself is lovely – we’ve explored a little, but I have to do more.

On a side note, what is it with repressed English people going to Italy to discover themselves (along with love, life, etc.)? My favorite Italy-set book and movie both deal with that theme. I don’t know if the magic is in the beauty of the country, or if the characters just needed some sunshine. But this place is definitely enchanting.  

I met up with the group at the Rome airport this morning, and it does feel like the start of an entirely different trip. After a long wait for arrivals, we started our drive to Castelraimondo, but the sunny day soon turned dark and rain started pelting the car. It’s probably a bad sign when the passenger in the front seat has to wipe the foggy windshield so the driver can see. Thankfully it cleared up, and we’re here in a beautiful place with beautiful weather. Can’t wait to begin.

 Read this, if you haven't.

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