SCHOOL'S OUT!!!!!

Farewell Reception at Castel Sant'Angelo

Exam week is over. Busy week! Well Auguri to me! I am completely done with university and will obtain my degree in Italian Studies May 26th. No overwhelming feelings as of yet, but I am sure it'll hit me later. To end the semester just right, AUR held a farewell event at Castel Sant'Angelo in the Vatican. This is the fortress, for those who have been to Rome or read Angels and Demon, where the pope would go to escape and hide using the secret passageway. In A & D , I think, this is where the brotherhood's main place was. It's been a while since I read it! So Vance and I went and I said my 'goodbyes' to many friends and a few 'see you arounds'. It's a great group of people. I think the waiters serving the prosecco and wine were in disagreement though. There was quite the crowd hoarding the table for alcohol! Crazy kids!

So now I am trying to figure out what to do with all my free time! I am still in the gospel choir and will continue that! I have a few volunteer activities lined up and will start that after all the guests visit. Mom is due to arrive next week and we will cover some ground. I'm run/walking the Race for the Cure in honor of my aunt Debbie who is fighting her current battle with cancer. Then there is a trip to Paris and a Cirque Du Soleil show to see. Tons of fun in a short time. I hope the weather participates.

I'm excited to see my friend from high school Lacey who is coming to Rome with her husband. and then Marcy, Stu, and Chris are coming to visit too. My Shock Trauma ladies, Deb & Angela are also bringing their spouses to Rome and doing a bit of touring. So exciting times ahead!

Happy Belated Birthday to my nephew Corey and Brenda, Kristy's mom. TANTI AUGURI A VOI!!!! Happy Anniversary Craig & Brenda!!!

I hope you have a great weekend! Bacione!!