Comments on: Italy Roundtable: Why I Write About Italy

By: Loran

Loran — Sun, 25 Dec 2011 02:49:14 +0000

That’s the best answer by far! Thanks for conitrubitng.

By: Gian Banchero

Gian Banchero — Fri, 10 Jun 2011 18:14:01 +0000

Thank you for the article… For some of the reasons you stated Italy mortifies me (especially modern architecture), hence when back in Italy I tend to keep to small villages in remote areas, as such is found the historical and laid-back Italia where noise is at a minimum and interaction with the locals is never at a premium… After many, many protracted visits I’ve finally realized that it’s the people that enthrall me most, not so much anymore the beautiful ancient city centers or grand museums… Therefore even at a market at a strip mall in the modern part of a city it is possible to meet warm-hearted personable merchants and people who truly put a smile on my face and lighten my heart, one of the reasons why Italy is so dear to my heart.

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By: Marla

Marla — Wed, 18 May 2011 13:54:30 +0000

Well, thanks to your thanks, I spotted your new venue. How lucky for me. You spoke very eloquently of the dichotomy of life here. You captured and expressed my feelings in way that has been more than elusive. Thank you.

By: rebecca

rebecca — Wed, 18 May 2011 09:00:47 +0000

I feel terrible that it has taken me so long to sit down and thank you all for your wonderful comments and feedback. It gives me such pleasure to know that readers–many of whom are writers I read and respect–are enjoying my posts. Thanks again!

By: mary jane

mary jane — Mon, 09 May 2011 11:07:37 +0000

Rebecca, fascinating that your nonna was from Mykonos. I go there often on my cruise gigs. Anything I can bring you back?
My mum arrived to Ellis Island from Ireland in 1929 and still remembers how very sick they all were during the December crossing…thus she cant understand why I would why I do my cruise lectures.

By: Celia Prosecchino

Celia Prosecchino — Mon, 09 May 2011 06:28:35 +0000

Your response to Italy is profound but amusing . I often think of escaping from this demanding lover, we call Italy but something always draws me back.

By: Barbara

Barbara — Sat, 07 May 2011 19:58:22 +0000

In the nearly 7 years we lived in Umbria the changes were amazing – sometimes for the better and sometimes not. The appearance of more pre-packaged and convenience foods in the grocery store was/is downright scary.

I too had the same thought when writing my blog – hopefully my grandchildren or great-grandchildren will find it interesting. For now it’s a great reminder of our time spent in a magical place.

By: Alison

Alison — Fri, 06 May 2011 10:18:28 +0000

You don’t REALLY hate cilantro, do you?? :)

By: Madeline

Madeline — Thu, 05 May 2011 22:35:31 +0000

Loved reading this Rebecca, you have such a fabulous way with words. I really do hope you are working on a book, I’d love to read it! :-)