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Rome wasn’t built in a day…
But we tried to see it in one. My mom felt that she might not return to Italy so Rome became a must on her list. I planned an itinerary that brought us to some of the most visited landmarks. My mom participated in the local coin toss at Trevi Fountain, and bought rosary beads…
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Barcelona Through New, Yet Older Eyes
“It’s…like…in your face amazing. Wow!”: My mom’s first words when we got out of the metro station at Passeig de Gracia. I had just pointed out Casa Batllo was directly across the street and it blew her away. She said she imagined Gaudi’s architecture to be tucked away, maybe more like a garden or museum…
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Chichester in September
It’s only appropriate that I start a September post with more news for friends and family– and it’s girls galore! Perri & Matt’s daughter: Phia, Zach & Amanda’s daughter: Eloise, and Miya & Jose’s daughter: Emiko. Welcome little women! Corey planned a day trip to Chichester on this bright and crisp Saturday. The train to…
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LonSum 2.0 Aug: Tutoring Teachers & Away to Almhult, Sweden
I should mention that the past events in June and July have occurred in the summer season, but with my new job, this means that summer isn’t really a time for full-on vacation. It’s actually the busiest time of the year for teacher trainers because we are welcoming in new cohorts of trainees to summer…
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LonSum 2.0 July: Summertime Magic
“You are my only one| Just dancin’, havin’ fun | Out in the shinin’ sun of the summer| Of the summer….” –Childish Gambino, July 2018 This month filled my cup, both literally and lovingly, with friends and family and football. The World Cup brought so much energy to each day with football comin’ home, as…
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