Italy

This is my first visit to Italy after visiting with my duaghter in Slovenia. We had a great time there in the four days we spent. Lubljana is what most cities aspire to be:clean, scenic, bike and pedestrian friendly, and fun. Italy is another story. We are in Florence now after a day in Venice. Italy is rich in history, art, and food. This is quite a change from Chinle, Arizona which has its own art, history, and food but of a different sort. The art of Michaelangelo vs. the petroglyphs, the history of the Renaissance vs. the Anasazi, and the food of Tuscany vs. the Navajo Taco all provide great contrast. I will keep each culture in mind as I tour what some consider the beginning of modern civilization and the height of its artistic efforts.