As moonlight spills over the Roman walls, the song of a heart slowly breaking fills the cool night air. Her aria of unrequited love is passionate and chilling, powerful and quiet. Offstage, a chorus begins to unite in chant as the orchestra’s pace quickens. Soldiers march into position along the arena’s steep steps. The onlookers, … More Verona Opera Festival, Here’s What to Know Before You Go
Trentino – July 2015 As a writer, I’ll read just about anything that’s around, including – only in a pinch – my husband’s cycling magazines. It makes me laugh how many times I come across the phrase “epic ride” headlining adjective-laden stories. What constituents an epic ride? Can every ride really be that epic? Well, … More Cycling Extravaganza, Part 2 – Francesco Moser Leads Americans on Epic Ride
The Maratona dles Dolomites, one of Europe’s premier cycling events, took place this past Sunday and, as always, didn’t disappoint when it comes to competition and spectacle. One look at event photos and it’s easy to understand why over 30,000 hopefuls apply for one of the coveted 9,000 spots. The Alta Badia region looks almost … More Cycling Extravaganza, Part I – Maratona dles Dolomites
For the past six weeks, I have ran, trekked, and bused my way around the small villages and marquee towns of Trentino, always on the lookout for engaging visual artwork and unique crafts. While I’m not exactly the world’s best photographer and many of these shots were taken on a semi-smart phone, I wanted to … More Gallery of Roadside Art – Trentino, Italy
Trentino, Italy – June 2015 Since the day I spotted this kiosk in the historic center of Trento, I’ve been fascinated by Italy’s focus on what I’ll call, “automatica.” Sure, in America, dropping coins in a vending machine for a beloved Diet Coke or a guilty-pleasure bag of Cheez-Its still gives me an occasional thrill, … More Modern Convenience Meets Historic Charm
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