Arriving in India This is far from my first trip to the motherland, but each time has its own challenges and complications. It’s the one expectation its safe to have. Our arrival was pretty seamless: customs and immigration was a breeze but it’s always made more invigorating by the stern-faced, naturally suspicious immigration officers. It … More Namaskar – Welcome
With a name like Volterra this better be a particularly formidable or deliciously spooky place. It is medieval so it’s sure to have some gluttony and debauchery. And who doesn’t love that? After San Gimignano, the lot of us pile into our respective shuttles to visit the next town – Volterra. I know I probably … More Don’t Mess with Volterra
After our soak and steam at the grotto, we venture out to the quiet and quaint hill town of Montecatini Alto. We had traveled up through Montecatini Terme and that looked like somewhere I’d really like to explore – vibrant, bustling – so I am looking forward to wandering the top half. The Alto, it … More Cherries and Olive Oil
This morning I lead yoga nidra, a delicious reclined guided meditation, for just our villa. Yesterday was busy and scattered so not everyone knew about it. It was yummy nonetheless. Today is the huge festival of Pentecost down in our little village of Camiore. There have been signs up for days announcing the festivities and … More Taking the Waters
We awake at a reasonable hour. That first class flying thing makes such a huge difference in jet lag. We open the shutters and then the glass to take in the scents and sounds of a Pisa morning. There is coffee brewing somewhere below us. Fresh laundry has been hung out to dry. Distant voices, … More A little town in Tuscany
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