aging – Pronto Marcella

Time to Say Goodbye

October 9, 2018October 10, 2018 Marcie Beyatte 4 Comments cemeteries, food, friendships, italian culture, nature, off the beaten path, photos, poggio alla croce, relationships, Uncategorized

My last few days in Tuscany are always sad but with any luck, I’ll be back to pick olives next month

The H is SIilent

March 22, 2018June 25, 2021 Marcie Beyatte Leave a comment cemeteries, italian culture, jewish history, off the beaten path, Uncategorized

In the Italian Language, The H is Silent When I told my Italian friends, I was going to Genoa specifically to see the Monumental Cemetery at Staglieno they expressed disbelief. “But of course, you will visit the aquarium? You must take the time to see San Lorenzo cathedral and the national gallery in Palazzo Spinola!” […]

The Problem of The Soup

March 20, 2018May 21, 2018 Marcie Beyatte 2 Comments aging, food, friendships, italian culture, life changes, relationships, Uncategorized

The Problem of The Soup When my friend Cristina asked me to spend a few days with her father, Antonio, the request came at the perfect moment. I was already thinking of extending my time in Italy and now I had a good reason to stay. Antonio, at 97, has in the past greeted […]