This year, Christmas once again found me in the Chianti! With warm friends, lovely food, beautiful surroundings. I feel enormously blessed.
And during this past week, I have been encircled by glorious Florence, which always lights up my spirit. Here is a taste of its holiday decor.
Some sights are too wonderful for still photography. Here are a couple of brief videos to give you better glimpse into what it's like to be here:
I even had a Vivaldi serenade played under my bedroom window one midnight during Christmas week!
As the sun sets on 2018, I look forward to what 2019 will bring.
My hopes and dreams include many lovely possibilities. Dream some up for yourself! Get busy making them come true.
I wish you light. And warmth. And JOY!
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Florence at Christmastime looks a delight, Annamaria. I wish you joy in the coming year. Zxx
ReplyDeleteOne joy I am hoping for, Zoe, is meeting up with you. It’s been too long.
DeleteAnd the same to you, Patricia! Looking forward to seeing you in the new year!
ReplyDeleteWe need to make a plan, Michael. I’ll send you an email. :)
DeleteHappy, happy, AmA! Onward, forward, upward, a new chapter in a wonderful Book of Life.
ReplyDeleteThank you, EvKa. I am ready to embrace this New Year. I’ll do so nine hours before you. So we get to double our wishes. :)
DeleteAh, sis, you're not only a brilliant author, but a budding cinematographer! ENJOY tonight, and embrace 2019 as we embrace you! xoxo Jeff and Barbara.
ReplyDeleteThank you, Bro. Joy to you and Barbara In 2019 and beyond.
DeleteHappy New year to you Annamaria ! Here, now, the new year is six hours away. I'll be toasting all my blogger friends ( as the dog cowers with the noise of fireworks ).
ReplyDeleteCaro, I think I am just one hour ahead of you. Lucky me, they have banned firecrackers here. Sending love to you.
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