We took a train to Florence on Tuesday. It was my second train ride and it was during the day so we got to see the countryside. It was beautiful.
It is very sunny here and we are loving it. Florence is a bit colder than Rome. Tomorrow afternoon we take a train to Orvieta.
Today we took a city bus up into the hills of the city and the view was incredible!!! We walked down. We went to see the statue of David. We went to the market to shop. We have done LOTS of walking. No calories remain of whatever we eat!! We found a wonderful stationery store and I bought some fabulous papers for book making. Last night we found an art supply store and I bought two watercolors and some glue.
Tonight we came to an internet cafe after eating dinner. It costs too much to pay for internet at the hotel. In our room we have an upstairs sitting area and a walk in closet. The breakfast at this hotel isnàt as good as the one in Rome.
We are all exhausted but are having a wonderful time. I have take many, many pictures.
You wouldn't believe all the leather products for sale here in Florence. Barb bought herself a beautiful coat, gloves, and purse. Suzanne is still looking for the right purse for her. Suzanne, Barb and I each bought a fun t-shirt and scarf. I got PURPLE cashmere lined leather gloves.
There is so much to see it can be overwhelming!
Last night we walked along the Ponte Vecchio. It is a bridge that has shop buildings all along it. I took some great shots of the bridge and also bought postcards of it.
It has been a wonderful experience!!!