Valdobbiadene Will Deepen Your Love Affair with Prosecco
Prosecco wines of Valdobbiadene It seems only fitting, with the holiday season, to devote a post to the standard-bearer of celebratory wines here [...]
Introducing The Net – A New Painting by Jed Smith
I'm excited to unveil my recent labor of love, with the current working title of The Net. This is my second oil painting to-date, previously [...]
In the Face of a Sheep
My recent sojourn with shepherds, goats, and sheep in the stunning Apennines mountains of the Parco Nazionale della Majella of Abruzzo left me musing about what I had [...]
Three Magical Days in Budapest
Cruising along the Danube in Budapest, Hungary. Getting to Budapest from Italy is a piece of cake.Our recent trip to Budapest is just one [...]
Finding Respite in a Shepherd’s Journey in Abruzzo
A Shepherd’s Journey As most of you know, I recently had the good fortune to go on a “walkabout” with shepherds in the [...]
In Abruzzo, Nunzio Marcelli is a Master Shepherd
Nunzio Marcelli If you’ve been following my recent posts you’ll know that I recently had the extraordinary opportunity to take a five-hour [...]
A Dog’s Vigilance – A Trek in Abruzzo
A Dog’s Vigilance Recently, when I was fortunate enough to join two shepherds and two flocks (one of sheep, one of goats) up [...]
My Day with Shepherds in Abruzzo
Heading up the mountain. Just two weeks ago I took the long, but stunning drive down to Abruzzo and to see my dear [...]
Bologna is One of Italy’s Finest Treasures
Elegant arches. I’ve been making all sorts of wonderful new friends here in Italy. And one, Chris Cutler, is a delightful woman I [...]
Rocca Calascio in Abruzzo Will Take Your Breath Away
A window to the drama of the Apennines I’ve returned recently from my second trip to Abruzzo. If you read my previous post on [...]
Folegandros – Let Your Soul Breathe and Your Spirit Soar
Yes, this was my daily view at Anemomilos Apartments, Folegandros, Greece. I’m launching a new category for blog posts entitled “Italy’s Neighbors.” [...]
The Dark Side of Venice – Photography by Giacomo Fornari
Venice Night by Giacomo Fornari I am fascinated with the dark side of Venice. Perhaps, this is the primary reason it remains [...]
The Contours of Man and Mountain – Photo by Jed
I don’t consider myself an accomplished landscape photographer. My fascination with people and stories of everyday life have been my focus. However, on our one [...]
Venice – White Coats in Readiness – Photo by Jed
White Coats in Readiness Often I visit the archives of photography I’ve done many years ago to see how my style has evolved, [...]
Fall into the Warm Embrace of Sulmona, Abruzzo
Sulmona is set amongst the majestic Morrone mountains. Just a week ago I made my first journey to Abruzzo and the wonderful town [...]
A Dream Tuscany Cycling Trip – Women’s Quest
Twice I have been given special dispensation to hang with the gals, get an amazing workout, and eat sinfully, all while soaking in the Tuscan [...]
10 Reasons You’ll Fall in Love with Treviso
Maybe I’m biased, since we now live in Treviso most of the time, but I believe Treviso is one of these best cities in Italy. [...]
Tranquility Often is Just Around the Corner
A Venice canal in the Cannaregio at dusk. Venice is my favorite city in Italy. I love how it is full of mystery, [...]