It's hard to keep track of everything that's going on, and we don't get to a fraction of the events. However, I try to snap photos to keep a record of some of the things we do attend or happen to stumble across, depending.
Here's a brief rundown of some of those things:
The first note is a sad one: Umberto's father died yesterday, so we attended the funeral today in Casemasce, a collection of houses about 20 minutes from Todi. The church was full to beyond overflowing, meaning those who didn't want to hang out in the doorway gave up and just stood outside the church in the scattered shaded areas. The church, however, is very typical of small town churches in the area. I find them quite lovely:
Last night, there was a modern dance exhibition at the "Nido dell'Aquila"..."the Eagle's Nest," which is a former convent with a lovely view over the valley. While the view was somewhat limited (if you weren't in the front row, you wouldn't see the footwork, and when the dancers went down on the ground, you couldn't see a thing), it was nonetheless a delightful occasion to enjoy a beautiful corner of the city. Afterwards, Nadia (on the left in the group photo) and her family hosted a heavy hors d'oeuvres dinner, called an "apericena" from "aperitivi" and "cena" (dinner).
Here's a brief rundown of some of those things:
The first note is a sad one: Umberto's father died yesterday, so we attended the funeral today in Casemasce, a collection of houses about 20 minutes from Todi. The church was full to beyond overflowing, meaning those who didn't want to hang out in the doorway gave up and just stood outside the church in the scattered shaded areas. The church, however, is very typical of small town churches in the area. I find them quite lovely:
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| This shot was taken after everyone had left to walk to the cemetery |
Last night, there was a modern dance exhibition at the "Nido dell'Aquila"..."the Eagle's Nest," which is a former convent with a lovely view over the valley. While the view was somewhat limited (if you weren't in the front row, you wouldn't see the footwork, and when the dancers went down on the ground, you couldn't see a thing), it was nonetheless a delightful occasion to enjoy a beautiful corner of the city. Afterwards, Nadia (on the left in the group photo) and her family hosted a heavy hors d'oeuvres dinner, called an "apericena" from "aperitivi" and "cena" (dinner).
On another day recently, we happened across the fashion show put on by the local design school. One of the high schools here prepares students for professional work in fashion, including dress designing and other similar work. They had the opportunity to compete/show off their year's project.
Nadia (mentioned above) and her family have been preparing a delightful new outdoor seating area in their palazzo's courtyard. Fabrizio (Nadia's husband) has made lovely tables, some with chessboards, and various decorations. I think it has turned out beautifully, and can't wait to eat in the new space!
And last, but not least, I thought we should remember how cute our bunnies are. Here's Maxwell, busily checking out the contents of my shopping basket.
Love,
Alexandra
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