The Aurora Borealis -- Amazing!

Sometimes there are no words... and Norwegian photographer Terje Sorgjerd's images need few of introduction.  After spending a week filming the Aurora Borealis in far northern Norway (check out the map below), this is what he captured...


The Aurora from Terje Sorgjerd on Vimeo.

Thanks to Mr. Schumann's Class!

Last week I was a guest speaker for Mr. Schumann's 5th grade class, and it was a wonderful experience.  The students asked fantastic questions and knew a lot about Italy, Michelangelo, and being a travel writer.  It was very exciting!  So, all you fabulous students in Mr. Schumann's class: thank you for inviting me!

Interested in having me come to speak to your class or group?  Just let me know!

Photo Friday: 150 Years of Italian Unification

March 17 marked a century and a half of unification for the country of Italy.  Surprised?  Indeed, Italy as we know it has only been a country for 150 years.  Before that the peninsula was comprised of a group of city-states and principalities -- not even unified by a language.  To Italians everywhere, I say, "Forza Italia!"

In celebration of Italy's anniversary, the city of Florence swathed the Ponte Vecchio in red, white, and green, and my friends, Massimo and Magda, were kind enough to send me a photo. Enjoy!