I have been a horrible blogger lately, probably because I've been focused on my burrito project blog. Since I am in Rome for the holidays and happen to have a computer and internet access I thought I would check in!First of all, I love Rome! How come Europeans have figured it out and us Americans haven't? They have teeny, cute cars, use energy responsibly, and know how to enjoy life. I think I am more European than American. We haven't driven or ridden in a car in about five days and I don't miss it at all. The dollar is not very strong right now but there are ways to have a budget-conscious trip like buying food at a market and preparing it yourself. We are staying in an apartment that has a shared bathroom, kitchen and living room but we are the only ones here so we have it all to ourselves!
The neighborhood we are in is very diverse - there are tons of little shops run by Chinese and Bangladeshi immigrants. Prasenjit has spoken Bengali with some of the Bangladeshi produce vendors in the nearby Mercato Esquilino, a wonderful covered marketplace similar to Grand Central Market in Los Angeles.
Haven't downloaded any pics yet so I just stole a few from the web.
These menorahs are from today's LA Times.
Wishing everyone around the world peace and joy this holiday season.
1 comment:
Julie - I'm so glad you two are having a good time. Did you happen to read "Eat, Pray, Love" before your trip? The part on Rome is exactly what you are experiencing - great time in a wonderful city that has learned a thing or two about living life after all these centuries. I guess that's the part to remember - America is young and still learning and Europe is mature and comfortable with itself. See you when you return and I can't wait to see the pictures. L, MPE
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