Wrinklitourist creaks her way along the Via Francigena in Italy (trying to raise £1004 for dementia charities and City Hospice).
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Monday, 1 May 2023
Transfer day: Sutri to Rome.
I have arrived in Rome, but not yet on the Via. A quick ride into town, established myself at my digs near the Vatican, ready for a short trot back once I finish in St Peter's, and then a stroll around the Forum and Coliseum in rain and crowds. Impressive, and overwhelming.
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Well done!!
ReplyDeleteI remember being struck by the atmosphere of the Forum, an air of supreme confidence before a decline.
Congratulations!!!!
ReplyDeleteWhy don't you do it through other way round?
ReplyDeleteThanks for the helpful suggestion Anon 2. I can think of many responses; all conveying a heartfelt no!
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