Half-way (that's sounds negative but it's not meant to be)

I was officially in Rome for 1/2 my time on the 18th (I arrive 5/18 and leave 7/18) but I do feel settled in and comfortable.

Angel and Eric arrived Thursday AM and we have had a lovely visit; they are a laid back set of travelers so not a whole lot of hustle (although we did do the Vatican Museum - by night - THE ONLY WAY TO GO - and the Basilica - even climbing the 320 steps to the top of the cupola!) but very enjoyable.

Angel and I made a couple visits to Campo Dei Fiori and then Angel and Eric made the BEST RISOTTO ever along with a Grouper (in honor of Eric's Dad) for dinner Sat Night. Eric does love his gelato and his favorite saying is "in an emergency I say 'due gelato per favore' - right?". Wonderful guests and great visitors.

Back to school and a lovely lunch with Dean Strommen and Prof Aldo Patania; a great way to catch up on things. Angel and Eric are in Orvieto to day so will head home to do laundry (blue Monday) and catch up on some grading.

A & E leave Friday AM and Kate and Chris arrive Monday so will be busy. Joanne Packer has booked a visit from the 8th till when I leave on the 18th so I may hike Cinque Terre yet (although I think she'd like to do a night or two on Capri too)!