One Step at a Time: LOVELY Rome!

Rome was beautiful ! We had the best time! The "Pope" excitement and the Rome marathon made for a fun adventure! We arrived early on Saturday. We found our hotel; the ruins of the wall that surrounds the city were right outside our window! The fountains, statues, and ruins are absolutely amazing!

That afternoon, we went to Vatican City. We enjoyed the museums. We did not get to tour The Sistine Chapel, but saw so many beautiful things! The grounds were gorgeous! Then, we went over to Saint Peter's Basilica. What a beautiful cathedral! We saw the window where Pope Frances was announced, where the chimney had been on The Sistine Chapel, and the outside of The Pope's apartment. We met some students there who explained all the "ins-and-outs"! It was fun to visit with them, and they spoke English, which was a plus! We then walked back from Vatican City. Everywhere we turned on the amazing cobble-stone streets, we would see a piazza, a statue, or a fountain. Just beautiful!!! Trevi Fountain, Piazza Navona, and the Pantheon were all on our way back!

Sunday morning, we walked to The Coliseum and The Forum. We thought it seemed very busy, and then realized we were on our way to the marathon! Can you imagine running in a marathon through the city of Rome, beginning and ending at The Coliseum? Well, while they ran, we marveled at history! Again, we were moved by the "life" that took place so many years ago in this place! It was amazing!

Monday morning, we went to the market. The fresh fruits and vegetables, oil, wines, pasta, pasta seasonings were all fresh and beautiful!

I'm always asked what was our favorite part of our trips. It is hard to choose! It always goes back to enjoying the people, eating in the local restaurants, and just experiencing the city! As we go and return home, I can always see God's hand in what we have done, and of course His footprint in front of us, One Step at a Time!