Venice = happiness

Ahhh. That is how I felt when I got off the train in Venice yesterday. This place is like another home to me, it is so familiar and filled with so many happy memories. I miss the following people: mama, daddy, kate, aunt jan, uncle robert and auntie anna. My usual Venice crowd! Especially Kate, we have had so much fun in this city and have grown up here in a way. Yesterday was nice and sunny until about 6 pm. I tried to find this internet place but had zero success in the rain so I gave up early. I strolled yesterday and reintroduced myself to Venice. This included a walk down to the Rialto, through San Marco, a glass of prossecco at the Cafe Florian, and more strolling. I was in heaven and giddy. This place really is magical and as much as I love other cities I've visited, Venice will always be my 'home' in Italy.

All in all this place is good for the soul. Even if it is really crowded. I have found that once you get away from San Marco, even just a few streets, the crowds disappear. This is really true were my apartment is, just a few streets from the Frari Church. I have never stayed in this area but I love it. It is much quieter and I can hear the bells from the Frari in my little room! Aunt Jan, I am not in ya'lls apartment but the smaller one right next to it.

Today is sunny so far, so I am going to try to go out to one of the islands, maybe Burano or Torcello, I haven't decided. I'll be checking my email at least every morning and trying to post more. Sending Venice love to everyone