Our trip is nearing the end, and it is sort of sad. I will not lie, I am excited to come back to the states, where the soda drinks are bigger, and cheaper (in Italy, it costs 5 euros, which is like 7 or 8 American dollars for a Coca Light, or a Diet Coke, no lie), the water is free, and where we have Dr. Pepper, it has been too long! The days seem to fly by here. We get up around 6 am or 7 am, and we get on the bus, drive to our destination, where we usually have a long tour of something important, and then some free time, and then back on the bus, then back for our 3 course dinner, that is always pasta, and then to bed around midnight! Everyone is exhausted by bedtime, but seems rejuvenated by morning!
Today we were in Florence, Italy, and it is a beautiful place. We went to church and it was really cool, the Spirit was strong, and the missionaries translated what was going on. Ashleigh Jameson, and Katie Larkin bore their testimonies, and they did a great job. Nicole Urry attempted to get up, but she was stopped on her way up by the Bishop, because we ran out of time. She was shocked, and put her hand over her mouth, and stood there for a while, then went back to her seat. It was a classic moment! It is amazing to be in another country and know that although we can not communicate with the members, that we all believe that same thing!
We had a guided tour of Florence, and I wish I could state some neat facts, but my ADHD kicked in and I was thinking about all the good bargains I was going to get shopping when the tour was over, so I don't really remember what they said! Sorry! But Florence is known for their leather, gold, and I think their glass! It is a very beautiful place, and they have some good shopping! Funny story about Florence, the Harmon's (Jessica Harmon's mom, and little brother) and Jessica and Austin (Her husband), hold the record for how much spent on Gelato since we have been here. Gelato is the most delicious ice cream treat, that is only found in Italy! It is worth some Euros! But, bless their hearts, they were not sure how much that large cone of Gelato costs, and between the 4 of them, they spent about 30 Euros, which is about 40 American Dollars! Ha ha, good times!
Some people had the chance to see the statue of David, and I heard it was amazing! We are off to Venice tomorrow, so hopefully we have the internet, so I can continue blogging! Off to bed, a few hours of sleep, then back on the road :) Goodnight!
2 comments:
Buggie, could you take a picture of something beautiful in Venice and then I will photo shop myself into it. You guys are having way too much fun! Soccer Team Rocks!
Oh wow the pictures and accounts are awesome! Seems like such a great trip! Hope that you had fun!
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