Adventures all over.

Most days I go for a bike ride down a path along this river. I know I've mentioned these rides before but they are a nice break for me. I go alone. It gives me time to reflect and recharge to make the most of my time here in Italy. There are usually quite a few other bikers on the path. For the most part, people in this region of Italy are pretty active and athletic.

However, yesterday I didn't really feel like biking, so I took a little hike/run up to an old castle. I completely regret not bringing my camera. The Seppi's village is in a valley, kind of like what you see across the river. As you drive up the hill, their house is about half-two thirds up that hill. On a neighboring hill is an old castle that I can see from my bike rides everyday.

Paul gave me great directions, drew me a map and after a quick 15 minute trail run I was to the castle. And boy, were the views amazing. You could see the entire village, Terlano, that the Seppi's live in as well as many neighboring villages and farms.

While I was wandering around what was left of the castle (I'll grab a picture of it soon to show you guys), I tried to imagine what it would have been like to live there. I couldn't. Life would have been so incredibly different.

Tonight I'm off to a futbol/soccer match with Paul and Andy. Tomorrow I'm going to a mountain house with the family for a long weekend and then I'm off to Rome, and potentially some days at the seaside, with Paul for a week! Life is so good right now. I hope it's great for all of you too!