Today seemed like 4 full days mushed into 1... Only thing was, it wasn't. For the sake of humor, I've split up the blog into 4 days or sections of the 1 day.
Morning (Day 1):
Since class wasn't til 2pm, I decided to wake up early and head to the Pantheon with a friend. We jumped on the metro first thing int he morning, and began our adventure. Along our walk there, we got a little lost and ran into Piazza di Ignazio. In this Piazza was a great church and so we decided to walk in. To our surprise, it was absolutely mind-blowing. The frescas on the ceiling seemed to come alive and almost jump out at you. There was also the illusion of a dome. It was truly a hidden gem and something everyone should see. Good luck though. It's not on most maps.
After the secret church, we headed to the Pantheon. Though also old and beautiful in its own ways, we were almost not as impressed after seeing the previous find. Just kidding... it was awesome! On the walk back, we decided it was absolutely necessary to stop in any and every church since they were all truly a sight to see. Each church, both inside and out, were just stunning. Each has its special charm. Each is covered with paintings and sculptures, and so much more.
Afternoon (Day 2):
Once we got back to school, I headed to the computer lounge to make myself a calendar to plan out the semester of events and travels. Then, I was off to my first class, Italian 1001. My professor's name is Christiano. He is a funny middle-aged Italian man, who laughs at all of us for everything. He is quite animated, and seems to enjoy his job. We enjoyed him too. Our class has many females in it, and so it seemed as though he was flirting with each and every one of us. I know I was blushing. He was quite impressed with the pronunciation of errrre with the rolling rrrrrrrrr. ;)
After class, I made my way towards the Spanish Steps to get my book from the bookstore.
Late Afternoon/Evening (Day 3):
After getting my Italian book, I headed back to the Metro, to the Termini, to get on the other Metro and headed to the Collesum. It was time to go in, and so I did. I even took a tour of it, as well as of the forum. The magestic nature of this colossal structure is continuously overwhelming. I must've taken what seemed like a million pictures.
When we stepped into the forum, it was even more magical. This was the center of Rome. This is where it all began. As I stood between ruins that have been around since the time of Christ, I got chills. Our tour guides Roberto and Anthony told us stories of emperors and rulers. It was all so exciting. Anthony was from New Zealand. He lived in England for 9 years, and then met his fiance while in Rome. She's from Norway. It was such a romantic story. We really enjoyed the tour, though very tiring and long.
Night (Day 4):
After tthe Collesum and Forum, I headed back to school for an open lecture they were offering on Roman politics and culture. Gregory Smith gave it, and I was excited to hear him speak again. I'm so impressed with Temple staff. They really do make the program what it is.
After the lecture, I headed down to Piazza di Republica. From there, we made our way to San Paulo's Church to hear Carmina Burana. It's an opera. Though, I've sang it in choirs before, it has never felt quite as special as it did tonight. It definitly wasn't something everyone will get to experience, and I'm glad that I did. Bellisimo!
And now... it's time for bed. I'm exhausted, and I have class at 8:30am!
Signing off,
Ciao Bella...
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