In the spirit of leaving this magical country, I compiled a list of ways that I have adopted European characteristics. Enjoy:
1. I no longer refrigerate my eggs, but they lay on my shelf in their clear plastic container.
2. I wear a belt.
3. Balsamic vinegar and olive oil are my favorite condiments.
4. Pasta is a staple in my diet.
5. I double-cheek-kiss my friends.
6. I know how to tie a scarf several ways. Going outside with a cold neck begs a cold.
7. I can wear heels on cobblestones (notice I didn't say I can walk well in them).
8. I don't smile at strangers passing on the street.
9. I use cash, not my credit card. Out of necessity, though.
10. I hang my clothes after being washed.
11. PDA doesn't bother me so much.
12. I buy fresh produce from the market.
13. I buy fresh bread from the bakery.
14. Whilest showering, I turn the water off to soap up and turn it on solely to rinse.
15. I don't think twice about using a converter.
16. I find men who wear scarves (and even ponytail buns) attractive.
17. Butter is unnecessary.
18. Sunglasses can be worn indoors as well as outdoors.
19. I have only worn sweatpants out of the house once since being here.
20. I show respect to elders and strangers by not using an informal salutation.
21. Eating while walking makes one seem barbaric.
22. My leather boots are my favorite accessory.
23. Black and monochrome are always "in."
24. I've started to learn to lower the decibel of my voice.
Today:
1. Exam. Hugged my favorite teacher Simonetta goodbye. Told her I'd add her on Facebook.
2. Made white wine and truffle pasta for lunch.
3. Went to Santa Maria Novella. Fell in love with Massacio's "Trinity" and Giotto's Crucifix.
4. Met up with friends for aperitivo at Ganzo. Which means "cool" in the Tuscan dialect.
5. Went to Grom to cleanse our palates.
6. Took pictures at the Duomo.
7. Home, uploaded pictures, studied a bit, read some news.
8. Bed time.
I'm in the mood for lists today. Getting up in 7 hours to take pictures with my KY girls. Buona notte, miei amici!
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