Tag Archives: Italy 2022

Venice!

Posted on November 15, 2022 by Helga

Tuesday.. Dear Elsie Today was the day we arrived in Venice but there were a few tense moments! We woke up in Milan, had breakfast and then I chilled while Mike went and collected Julian. Then we wondered around Milan … Continue reading →

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Milan!

Posted on November 14, 2022 by Helga

Monday Dearest Elsie Today was the day we all arrived in Milan. We got up early in Varenna and went to the local coffee shop for cappuccino and then went for a last walk around this beautiful little village. Surely, … Continue reading →

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Last Day in Varenna

Posted on November 13, 2022 by Helga

Sunday Dear Elsie Today was our last day in Varenna. We went out early as we had no milk so we took a walk to the village. We bought milk and croissants which are fresh daily at the little convenience … Continue reading →

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Walking and Varenna Botanical Gardens

Posted on November 12, 2022 by Helga

Saturday Dear Elsie Today was the day we went walking! We walked up a very steep stairway to what we hoped was going to be the monastery but it was closed. We did find some other fun places though and … Continue reading →

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Teddy Goes to Switzerland

Posted on November 11, 2022 by Helga

Friday Dear Elsie Today was the day that Teddy went to Switzerland! We were very sad that Granpa couldn’t come with us. He stayed behind to get better. We caught the Bernina Express which is a big red train that … Continue reading →

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A Rough Night

Posted on November 10, 2022 by Helga

Thursday Dear Elsie Some days are harder than others. I’m sure you have found that too. Some days you have a rough day and last night was a rough night for Granpa. He coughed so much and then eventually fell … Continue reading →

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We Arrived in Italy

Posted on November 8, 2022 by Helga

Tuesday Dear Elsie Today was the day we arrived in Italy! Your Mom will show you where that is and where we are. Once day, Elsie you’ll get to go on a plane ride and it will be super exciting. … Continue reading →

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Teddy Getting Ready

Posted on November 7, 2022 by Helga

Monday Dear Elsie Today is the day Granny and Granpa get on a big aeroplane and fly across the world. It’s been a busy day for sure. There are always things going on behind the scenes that I don’t often … Continue reading →

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One More Night

Posted on November 6, 2022 by Helga

Sunday Dear Elsie Today you left to go home. You got up very early and were soon in the car driving home. The house was so quiet after you left! You are a bundle of energy! Today was a busy … Continue reading →

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