Category Archives: Rome/Italy

The Carpet

Posted on November 26, 2019 by

Despite the drizzle, we walked to the Chinese restaurant to have lunch. Leaves that once hung over our heads were now matted on the ground—a melancholic reminder of existential change.

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Villa Albani

Posted on November 10, 2019 by

Situated in between via Salaria and viale Regina Margherita is Villa Albani. It’s not visible from these streets save for a brief flash from Regina Margherita. Villa Albani was built in the 1700s and was the home for many prestigious … Continue reading →

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Sky as seen from my balcony

Posted on November 3, 2019 by

Clouds remind us that change happens all the time.

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Hendrik Christian Andersen Museum

Posted on April 25, 2019 by

He was born in Norway but grew up in the U.S. Here Hendrik Christian Andersen not only sculpted but learned how to attract wealthy patrons such as Gloria Vanderbilt. Andersen developed a passion for monumental sculpture and, since the best … Continue reading →

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Springtime in Rome

Posted on April 1, 2019 by

Springtime in Rome means that the Judas trees (albero di Giuda) are in bloom. Pink flower clusters adorn the streets making urban walks a delight. The legend is that Judas Iscariot hanged himself from a tree of this species (Cercis … Continue reading →

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