Hi everyone! The computer was “down” here so I couldnt write till now. Thanks for writing! Mtn. Man…with no less than 12 blog-name suggestions…you always were good with names! Deb, Trish, Dawn & Kay…I’ll be so happy to be back & see everyone. And kids…why so quiet? (except Jody, who always was the writer in the family). I’ve had quite a week. I decided not to go back to Italy (too many ‘s), so was going to head up to the Pyrenees Mtns; however, this turned into the rainiest spring they have ever seen…major accidents with flooding…didnt sound like much fun. Its beautiful here, so I stayed. I’ve mastered the Valencia Metro, and am having a ball! I’m mostly excited because I can say I have actually mastered a metro! I went down to the port two days and watched the 32nd America’s Cup races…especially exciting because they show close-ups on live-cam…yesterday was between Italy & Germany. I also splashed my feet in the warm Mediterranean water, and it is warm! I have been attending the International Church of Valencia. What a surprise! Solid in doctrine, up-lifting in spirit, & enough “food” for more than a week! It’s in English…yeah, finally I understand something here! The first Sunday, I was suddenly with English-speaking people from all over the world, including England, Australia & America. I sat near a girl who was also alone…here name is Naomi & she is a college student from Albany, NY studying here for a semester! What a small world! Well, I’m making final plans for my return home. After church in Valencia on Sunday, I take the train to Barcelona, another train to the airport, & fly to NY on Monday…take-off is at 10:00am (which is about 4:00am NY time). If all goes well, I should be home Monday night. I have many stories to share, but my first task will be to get some rest, and then sort through all the pictures I have taken! I left with one suitcase, and am returning with that, plus a large duffle bag! Oh my, what a trip!! Thanks for your thoughts and prayers! See you soon…ciao, ciao! Love, Mom/Donna
posted Saturday May xxxx