Rome

Doesn't get much more Italy than Vatican City. I can't believe I was
in China three weeks ago! Not only am I experiencing culture shock,
but my jetlag has taken on a punchy side.

My workshop students are all giddy with Italy fever and are tramping
all over Rome tonight, eating and drinking and probably not sketching
much yet.

Marla and I took the opportunity to take a long walk along the Tiber
River to the Vatican and down to Trastavere. We're hoping to stay
awake until at least 10 pm Italy time, and start tomorrow off with a
sunrise walk thru Villa Borghese. The weather is beautiful and
excitement is high.