The days are running by and can’t believe that almost half of my month-long trip about complete. It’s been a great time and the weather has turned rather nice – with rain the night and bright sunshine with a pleasant temperature in the day time. The International Youth Orchestras are performing in Tuscany this month and today’s performance was brought forward by an hour due to slight rain in the evening. Not all was happy with the decision. I turned up just as the orchestra was winding down.

For a change Piazza San Giovanni was devoid of tourists and the cyclists were having a blast through the near-empty streets and walkways.

The rape of Sabine, Loggia dei Lanzi, Firenze

Tired travelers had to rest their weary feet after reveling at the marvels of the Renaissance.

Playtime!, Piazza Repubblica, Firenze

Mario, mommy’s watching!