Our Final Day in Italy

Our final day in Italy was marked with even more gluttony and indulgence than was our first day. During the day it was a scramble to finish getting Liz packed up, and to walk around Bologna, saying good-byes and wrapping up errands. In particular, Liz needed to say good-bye to her seamstress, a Mexican woman who has lived in Italy for 19 years. Somehow, popping in to say good-bye led to drinks and food being delivered to the shop, and a good loooooong talk about this woman's dog. We went home and got all gussied up in various dresses belonging to Liz, and went out for one of the most amazing dinners I have ever eaten in my life. Liz has only been to this restaurant once in the year she lived there, but the owner remembered exactly who she was when we walked up. Who can blame him? Liz is pretty unforgettable. Anyway, it was a four course meal, and the prosecco flowed freely. As it was a dual celebration of Liz's last night in Italy and my birthday, we were treated to extra desserts, which were wholly unnecessary, but so very delicious. Toward the end of the meal, we were given a tour of the restaurant's wine cellar. And just in case we hadn't had enough, we joined some of Liz's classmates for a nightcap. In all, a fantastic night. We sent Liz packing at 3am, and hung around her apartment until we were ready to leave for our flight that evening. In all, it was an incredible two weeks. All the photos are currently being held captive on Liz's camera, but we will hopefully post them soon. Thank you, Lizcita, for an amazing trip!

Katie