10.18.2009

Florence/Pisa, Italy

We are back! I'm sure it goes without saying that Europe was fabulous, but look at me, I'm still saying it. I have far too many pictures (600 to be precise) and stories to share so I decided to devote one post per destination. Our first stop was Florence and Pisa. Troy and I, in an attempt to steer clear of most touristy excursions, grabbed a cab with another couple and headed to Florence. We spent a good chunk of the day strolling the city and just observing the hustling town.




Driving into Florence


Troy and I on the Ponte Vecchio Bridge






And of course no stop in Italy would be complete without the Leaning Tower. It's funny that people from all over the world flock to see this iconic building, but there really is nothing to do at the tower. It reminds me of the scene from "National Lampoon's Vacation" when they finally arrive at the Grand Canyon. You stop, take in the sight for a second, and then it's like, "yeah, ok, I saw it." We only stayed in Pisa long enough to snap a few photos.



3 comments:

Tammy said...

That looks like so much fun! Wow! Someday....By the way, cute hat

Laura Strate-Madsen said...

It was so fun and thanks for the hat compliment! Troy says I look like a member of the Jackson 5. I can't put it on without hearing "A,B,C..." What do boys know about fashion anyhow? :)

Tammy said...

I know. In fact, I really want to get a hat like it...humm...I wonder what Cameron would think..