Another great day. Today we all took a tour of a glass showroom and a glass blowing demonstration. The look on the kids faces was priceless as the glassblower turned 800 degree glass around and made a beautiful vase.
Then it was onto the market district to shop and explore the narrow alleys and small bridges over the canals. Visiting the shops and open air markets that had fish and veggies was a treat for kids who are used to seeing their food under plastic wrap. (the shop with horse meat and hanging chickens was a real crowd pleaser)
Afterwards, we took a tour of the grand canal all the way to the end and returned via the vaporetto (ferries like the subway...except think a boat instead of subway train).
And finally two of the guys played a pickup game of soccer with some local Italian kids and had a blast.
Onto Florence tomorrow..all are well and healthy!
14 comments:
I am so glad everything is going well and so jealous! I have a challenge for the kids. Having experienced a couple of Europe trips myself, I know there is some interesting food. I challenge all of you to try something new to eat and gelato doesn't count! Remember to find some moments at a cafe to take it all in! Ms. Nadeau
We are thrilled for you all...we would agree that the challange from Ms Nadeau would be a great idea...and right gelato should not count.
Could one of the soccer players have been our very own Elijah? How did he do up against the locals???
Best to you all,
Megan and Robert Chadbourne
Yes, I also like that challenge. We would like a report back on it as well!!! Shelby I know how you love meat. LOL!!! Looks like you guys are having a blast. That is awesome!! Keeping soaking it in as much as possible. Shelby, did you cheer for the soccer players? Can't wait for tomorrow's report. Love ya!
Lori
Wow, it looks like soooo much fun. There are big smiles on your faces in every picure. I'm so jealous. I also am interested in what everyone thinks of the food. Can't wait for the next report.
Cathy Hastings
I am soooooo proud to see one of my kin playing with the locals!! I am sooo jealous! Keep taking lots of pictures and having fun!
-Melissa
What a wonderful idea! I am sending lots of best wishes to you all! Have a wonderful time! I am just thrilled that this site was sent to me! What a trill it all must be! (I am so excited for you Brandi!) Lots of love! Aunt Pam
Hello all (especially you, Justin) from the Bucklands of Durham Bridge Rd in Newport.
We've enjoyed viewing all the trip pics and are looking forward to seeing more before your return to the homeland.
Have a wonderful adventure.
Vic & Cil Buckland
Just checkin in. Where is Day 3 and 4? I have missed seeing more pictures. Dad asked if I was worried about you Shelby, but I told him I was just excited!! Hope to see more tomorrow.
I keep checking in but no more pictures, whats up with that? Sure is quiet around here with no teenager, I miss you Ash. Looks like a great time!
Love ya,
Bonnie & Amos
We are missing news and current photos...hope it is because you are all exhausted from having too much fun, and NOT a technology failure.
Mom and Robert
Sorry we are having MANY internet problems, right now, I have basically found a loop hole in the network to post this, but, we are moving to the next hotel tonight hopefully we can get on then.
-- Doran Smestad
Doran,
Thank you for your wonderful (and probably frustrating) computer work for us all to enjoy..you are a genius. We are all LOVING these photos of you all.
Best Travels,
Megan and Robert Chadbourne
I hear there is a problem with the Acis calling cards. I called them and they said to use a touch tone phone and dial 800 985 675# and then it will tell you what to do. Hope this helps. Hope to see more photos soon. Bonnie
Thanks Bonnie, I will let this kids know tomorrow.
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