Dining With Anarchists

Anarchy symbol

Seeing as I find myself home alone dog sitting during the remnants of the Christmas holidays, our hospitable neighbour and fine cook invited me over to dine with a group of her friends last night, even though I do not have a beard.What she did not mention was that this group of friends formed … [Read more...]

Random Reminders

Italy's public finances are in a mess.  The credit crisis is causing problems too, and Italy's government is introducing various measures to help its less fortunate citizens and businesses through the worst.Owing to the poor state of Italy's coffers, Italy cannot afford to dish out too much, … [Read more...]

A Wii Aperatif

The wee Wii

Those with a Scottish background could be forgiven for thinking that a 'wii' aperitif meant a 'quick' aperitif, but no, it really was an aperitif followed by a few bouts on Nintendo's latest box of tricks which goes by the oddish name of 'Wii'.Despite the funny wee name, a great wee time was had … [Read more...]

Sigh of Relief

Our little one went in for an operation today.  The op was to have a cyst like thing removed from the sinus area between his nose and eye.Thanks to the miracles of modern medicine and good Italian doctors, the keyhole surgery seems to have been a success. … [Read more...]

Daily Life In Italy in Summer

Maybe some people are wondering just what daily life in Italy is like in summer. Well, once the warm weather hits this country, the routine in the north does change a little.First of all, most of the schools in Italy close for summer at the end of June, which means many children suddenly find … [Read more...]