How important is it to have a Sport Coat (Blazer)
May 9th, 2005, 02:50 PM
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If you're going to be in the Lakes area of No. Italy and plan to go to a fine restaurant...YOU HAD BETTER HAVE A JACKET etc..or they will lend one to you...If not going to a hi-end eatery then a Black v-neck sweater, khakis, great shirt (tie or not) will have le belle signorine discreetly glancing your way....
May 9th, 2005, 11:23 PM
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Hi Clifton, a suede jacket is wonderful no matter where. And a gentleman with your zest for life and great sense of humour is always appreciated. Where are you planning to go for your next trip? Have a good week.
May 10th, 2005, 07:31 PM
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Aw, gorsh... that's awfully nice of you.
Well, this year it seems that we've done all the traveling for pleasure we're likely to do. Went to NYC in March and combined a trip to Colorado with business recently. But business is going to keep any long trips from happening until maybe Feb of 2006 when we're still hoping to go to Cambodia and Thailand. Maybe Laos. How about yourself? (now that buckeye has decided, we can dangle around a bit at the end of a loose thread)
Well, this year it seems that we've done all the traveling for pleasure we're likely to do. Went to NYC in March and combined a trip to Colorado with business recently. But business is going to keep any long trips from happening until maybe Feb of 2006 when we're still hoping to go to Cambodia and Thailand. Maybe Laos. How about yourself? (now that buckeye has decided, we can dangle around a bit at the end of a loose thread)
May 10th, 2005, 09:18 PM
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Hello Clifton, it is strange that you should ask what I have in mind, travel wise, this year. I have not, since I returned home from my trip to Atlanta/Charleston a month ago, been able to plan anything because of various circumstances.
I origially planned on going to Italy this year, to go to the region of Veneto where I have many friends. Now I have postponed that until 2006.
I have not been to Rome since I lost my DH and never thought about going back there by myself. But after reading all the post here on Fodors from women that have travelled to Rome by themselves I find myself dreaming about that. Also thinking about just having a few weeks in Italy by myself, versus being with my dear friends in Italy. Almost feel guilty about these thoughts to tell you the truth.
So, I had planned on just going to Santa Barbara and also Portland OR this year but perhaps I will change my mind and give myself two weeks in Rome, it suddenly seems so appealing. If I do this it would not be until September however as due to some business problems I can't make any plans right now and I would not spend July or August in Rome. To hot and humid.
But don't tell anyone, let this be our secret, alright, LOL. Best wishes to you.
I origially planned on going to Italy this year, to go to the region of Veneto where I have many friends. Now I have postponed that until 2006.
I have not been to Rome since I lost my DH and never thought about going back there by myself. But after reading all the post here on Fodors from women that have travelled to Rome by themselves I find myself dreaming about that. Also thinking about just having a few weeks in Italy by myself, versus being with my dear friends in Italy. Almost feel guilty about these thoughts to tell you the truth.
So, I had planned on just going to Santa Barbara and also Portland OR this year but perhaps I will change my mind and give myself two weeks in Rome, it suddenly seems so appealing. If I do this it would not be until September however as due to some business problems I can't make any plans right now and I would not spend July or August in Rome. To hot and humid.
But don't tell anyone, let this be our secret, alright, LOL. Best wishes to you.
May 10th, 2005, 09:42 PM
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Hi LoveItaly,
Don't want to intrude on your convo with Clifton, but I just wanted to say to you that I am sorry you lost your DH. I was sad to read that.
I hope you make it to Italy again whenever the time is right for you, whether it alone or with your Italian friends.
And may I just add that I think you are "tops" when it comes to good manners and kindness on this board, as well as helpful information.
Quite a lady.
Best wishes, T.
Don't want to intrude on your convo with Clifton, but I just wanted to say to you that I am sorry you lost your DH. I was sad to read that.
I hope you make it to Italy again whenever the time is right for you, whether it alone or with your Italian friends.
And may I just add that I think you are "tops" when it comes to good manners and kindness on this board, as well as helpful information.
Quite a lady.
Best wishes, T.
May 10th, 2005, 09:59 PM
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Oh Tiff, thank you so much for such kind words. My face is actually red.
Actually Clifton and I sort of highjacked this post, but hopefully buckeye does not mind. Buckeye is a good sport. Sport jacket and all, bless his heart.
Sometimes Fodor's reminds me of family members, bicker and argue but at the end of the day peace reigns!
Tiff, I don't know if I can or not, but I am thinking of going to Rome by myself. My friends (several) all live in Veneto and I always have the most beautiful time with all of them. And I am blessed to get to visit out of the way places so believe me between the friendship (they are all like family) plus the beautiful areas I go to that are not the places that most travellers visit I am blessed. And I will be with them next year and am counting the months.
But suddenly I am yearning to be in Rome by myself. Never thought I would want to. Rome was a very special place for my DH and I. Rome and San Francisco. Truthfully for sometime I did not want to go back to Rome, I just wasn't mentally ready to do that. But all of a sudden it is all I can think of. And again, after reading post by so many women here that have visited Rome on their own the thought has been in my mind these last days. But cannot make any decisions right now until some business/real estate matters are put to rest. It is wonderful to know, although I have been to Rome several times, that I have all of you here to ask questions of, to get guidance from.
That is a great help.
Again Tiff, thank you for your loving comments. They mean a lot to me. Take good care.
Actually Clifton and I sort of highjacked this post, but hopefully buckeye does not mind. Buckeye is a good sport. Sport jacket and all, bless his heart.
Sometimes Fodor's reminds me of family members, bicker and argue but at the end of the day peace reigns!
Tiff, I don't know if I can or not, but I am thinking of going to Rome by myself. My friends (several) all live in Veneto and I always have the most beautiful time with all of them. And I am blessed to get to visit out of the way places so believe me between the friendship (they are all like family) plus the beautiful areas I go to that are not the places that most travellers visit I am blessed. And I will be with them next year and am counting the months.
But suddenly I am yearning to be in Rome by myself. Never thought I would want to. Rome was a very special place for my DH and I. Rome and San Francisco. Truthfully for sometime I did not want to go back to Rome, I just wasn't mentally ready to do that. But all of a sudden it is all I can think of. And again, after reading post by so many women here that have visited Rome on their own the thought has been in my mind these last days. But cannot make any decisions right now until some business/real estate matters are put to rest. It is wonderful to know, although I have been to Rome several times, that I have all of you here to ask questions of, to get guidance from.
That is a great help.
Again Tiff, thank you for your loving comments. They mean a lot to me. Take good care.
May 11th, 2005, 06:23 PM
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Hi again LoveItaly, I agree, we've absconded with Buckeye's post but I just wanted to say that I too am sorry for your loss. I can't imagine really and don't know quite how well I'd cope. Not, I'd imagine. I am, however, for lack of a better way to express it, proud of you for having the courage to strike out on your own again to a place that you love. I hope you have a memorable trip to Rome and new discoveries, with many more to follow.
May 11th, 2005, 11:18 PM
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Loveitaly, you are truely a lady and a good example for all of us here in Fodorville. I always enjoy reading your posts and you have such a lovely way of expessing yourself. I can tell by reading your posts that you would be a joy to meet.
If I can help you plan your trip to Rome just email me at [email protected].
You take care too!
If I can help you plan your trip to Rome just email me at [email protected].
You take care too!
May 12th, 2005, 12:15 AM
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Dear SeaUrchin and Clifton, your kind post and words have me sitting here in tears. I do not even know how to respond except to say that both of you have touched my heart in ways you will never know, as did Tiff.
I have done or said nothing to deserve the kindness and care that you have all expressed, but trust me, your words will never be forgotten.
Clifton, you remind me of my husband, the way you travel, your outlook on life, your zest and humor regarding life. So consequently I gravitated to your trip report, it made me smile. And btw, my DH had a suede jacket also, which I loved. I truly thank you for your thoughts, they mean more to me then you can ever know.
And SeaUrchin, I know you and I love some very special areas in Italy. I have read with interest your trips on your own and wished that I was up to travelling the way you did. And maybe know I am. A good part of this thinking is due to you. I thank you for your address and I will be writing to you, perhaps you can help me with something my mind and heart has finally told me I am ready for.
Although I have gone to Italy several times since I have been on my own, it is always been to travel there to spend times with my beautiful friends that are like family. Without them I do not think I would be as mentally strong as I am. In fact two of them came and stayed with me for three weeks after I lost my dear husband. A gift of their presence I will never forget. And then about nine months later I was "ordered" by four families I must come to Italy to prepare myself for the rest of my life. So I went to Italy for six weeks. The first two weeks were spent in Agordo, surronded by loving people and the Dolomites Mts. It saved my sanity. And then the next weeks in Congeliano which has become a "home away from home" for me. The anniversary of my DH demise was celebrated in the basilica in Congliano. People I did not know came to the mass. The Monseignor dedicated the mass and the communion to my husband. I was overwhelmed. I felt then as I feel in this moment with all the kind and loving thoughts and words directed to me. People like all of you is what keeps one going through each day with joy, inspite of a great loss.
I humbly thank you.
I have done or said nothing to deserve the kindness and care that you have all expressed, but trust me, your words will never be forgotten.
Clifton, you remind me of my husband, the way you travel, your outlook on life, your zest and humor regarding life. So consequently I gravitated to your trip report, it made me smile. And btw, my DH had a suede jacket also, which I loved. I truly thank you for your thoughts, they mean more to me then you can ever know.
And SeaUrchin, I know you and I love some very special areas in Italy. I have read with interest your trips on your own and wished that I was up to travelling the way you did. And maybe know I am. A good part of this thinking is due to you. I thank you for your address and I will be writing to you, perhaps you can help me with something my mind and heart has finally told me I am ready for.
Although I have gone to Italy several times since I have been on my own, it is always been to travel there to spend times with my beautiful friends that are like family. Without them I do not think I would be as mentally strong as I am. In fact two of them came and stayed with me for three weeks after I lost my dear husband. A gift of their presence I will never forget. And then about nine months later I was "ordered" by four families I must come to Italy to prepare myself for the rest of my life. So I went to Italy for six weeks. The first two weeks were spent in Agordo, surronded by loving people and the Dolomites Mts. It saved my sanity. And then the next weeks in Congeliano which has become a "home away from home" for me. The anniversary of my DH demise was celebrated in the basilica in Congliano. People I did not know came to the mass. The Monseignor dedicated the mass and the communion to my husband. I was overwhelmed. I felt then as I feel in this moment with all the kind and loving thoughts and words directed to me. People like all of you is what keeps one going through each day with joy, inspite of a great loss.
I humbly thank you.
