Italy’s “8 per mille” religious tax
23 Aug 2012

Italy’s “8 per mille” religious tax

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I have commented previously about my observations while in Italy regarding the collections taken at church. I had noticed on every occasion that during the Mass the collections consisted solely of change. Later I learned that the churches are “paid” … Continued

Photos from Rome – Italy Travel
22 Aug 2012

Photos from Rome – Italy Travel

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I have been to Rome five times and still have not seen all of it. The first time was for six days and it was exhausting since we were on the go continually. There is just so much to see … Continued

Italy Photos – Street Scenes
28 Jul 2012

Italy Photos – Street Scenes

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Italy is full of interesting people and places and naturally I see these as photo opportunities. Enjoy. These cats look pretty healthy and I guess if I hung out near the water on the Amalfi Coast I would have a … Continued

Photos – Food and Restaurants in Italy
16 Apr 2012

Photos – Food and Restaurants in Italy

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I keep hearing that the photos of the food in Italy are everybody’s favorites,  so here are a few more plus some shots of some of my favorite kinds of places to eat in Italy – outdoor restaurants. Enjoy! I … Continued

Vatican Museum Tops in Tourist Destinations
10 Jan 2012

Vatican Museum Tops in Tourist Destinations

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Anyone who has been to Italy has likely been to the Vatican Museum and waited in line like I have to get inside. Ansa, the Italian news agency reports that for the first time, the Vatican Museum has had over … Continued

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