Got my "Waiting for a new pope" published just in time ! So surprised and happy at the cardinals' choice- its a very good sign that he is an expat, product of Catholic schools and university, one who knows so many places and lifestyles..with great background and has language proficiency. Leone XIV Benvenuto !
Can't believe it-- here I am living on Borgo Pio and we were at the house in Marche when the new pope was announced!! I missed the whole thing. So frustrating. But you definitely managed to catch a lot of momentous occasions in your time here! Fascinating post, and I loved learning more about Viterbo!
Your anecdotes of history always fill the picture more than the usual history books.
The world's oldest monarchy, the papacy, certainly has lots of them!
lots of history on Elba too- I'll stop by to see your fortezza in July, while we dock there
for the day, OK?
Got my "Waiting for a new pope" published just in time ! So surprised and happy at the cardinals' choice- its a very good sign that he is an expat, product of Catholic schools and university, one who knows so many places and lifestyles..with great background and has language proficiency. Leone XIV Benvenuto !
Can't believe it-- here I am living on Borgo Pio and we were at the house in Marche when the new pope was announced!! I missed the whole thing. So frustrating. But you definitely managed to catch a lot of momentous occasions in your time here! Fascinating post, and I loved learning more about Viterbo!
MJ you have led a fascinating life in Italy, with a unique ability to take full advantage of the events and history surrounding you!
thanks Julie for following and spreading the word... I love hearing about your itinerant life abroad - would you like to write a guest post ?
I haven't been anywhere lately MJ! Nothing to see here :). If I get inspired I'll let you know! Right now I'm vicariously touring Rome with my BIL.