In the middle of my morning walk today, I sat for some time at Piazza Michelangelo to admire her beauty and sensibilites and to reflect upon the emotions she ignites within me.
My beloved Firenze, still takes my breath away every time I see, hear or sense her. Firenze represents personal, cultural and artistic expression. Each day that I am here, she inspires, nutures and delights me. Every time I see Il Duomo, the Ponte Vecchio or the Arno River; walk or cycle along a cobblestone lane or through the Tuscan countryside; listen or engage in an Italian conversation; sip a latte at a bar; or engage in a simple activity - it is with the deep and pure pleasure of a child.
The other night I had dinner with two Italian friends who I have known since 2007. I admire and have a great affinity with Claudia and Lorenzo. Our time together is always cherished because they are earnest and engaging.
During our evening together we were discussing traveling when they asked me where I intend to travel to next. After a brief moment of sincere contemplation I replied that although I want to experience ...The Hermitage in St Petersbourgh, The Great Wall of China and trek Tibet... at this stage in my life I have no real desire to travel or explore anywhere at the moment. I just want to live, work and love in Melbourne and in Florence. To be serene, happy and inspired in these two places which I love so much.
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