Literally ringing in the New Year

A pre-dawn symphony to start the new year.

I woke up quite early this morning, which was a good thing because there was so much to do before leaving for the train station and our trip to Assisi.

But what was really cool was opening the window before dawn (preparing to energize) and hearing church bells and bird song.

It somehow felt like an auspicious beginning to 2025.

Saying good-bye

We can’t help feeling a little sad as we prepare to leave Switzerland and fly back to California.

It was really, really great to have an extra-long visit after not being here for so many years, but no matter how long we stay, it’s still hard to say good-bye.

This brief video captures our last cappuccinos, accompanied by birdsong and church bells.

And how perfect that it ends with a completely unplanned but totally serendipitous ARRIVEDERCI.