Relics of Rome

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Seeing the above World Heritage Sites, the Colosseum and the Trevi Fountain while in Rome, was unforgettable. Being able to get up close had an enormous impact on me. Have you ever been inspired by a work of art that is also a relic of the past?

See more here:  Scenes from Italy: Rome

Travel Theme: Romance

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City of Love
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Roma!

This is my contribution to Ailsa’s photo challenge at wheresmybackpack.com.  

Happy Valentines Day!

The Whole World Smiles With You :)

I’m sharing a few smiles I’ve collected from around the world in today’s post. While you listen to the great Louis Armstrong, it is my hope these photos will put a smile on your face too. 🙂

Cuba:

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Smiles served with Breakfast
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Our Favourite Waitress
Lunchtime Serenaders
Lunchtime Serenaders
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Smiling faces at Dinner

Jamaica:

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How’s this for Service with a Smile?
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Sweet!
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New Friends from Montreal
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Our Concierge

Italy:

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Sisters we met in Stresa
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Our Favourite Bartender in Rome

 

Friends in Florida:

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Relatives in Ottawa:

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Dominican Republic:

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All-inclusive – even the Smiles
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Friendly Lady
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“I’ll be your waiter this evening”
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Charming
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My Personal Favourite  🙂

Scenes From Italy – Part One: Rome

How quickly the months fly by!  I can hardly believe that it will be a year, at the end of May, since we embarked on our biggest trip yet, to experience for ourselves the lovely countries of Italy and France.  To pay homage to this rapidly approaching anniversary, I though I would share some photos from our amazing trip, beginning with Rome, the first destination on our itinerary.  We flew into the Italian capital on May 30th, a warm sunny day, and an ideal start to our adventure…

Related post:
Roma, a poem by Jennifer Kelland Perry
http://wp.me/s25GJp-roma

Coming soon:  Tuscany…