Monthly Archives: July 2026

Signs along the way: Via Francigena

Walking country roads and forest paths meant that the usual phone map would not be suitable for our trek. With the relevant pages of a guide book torn out and tucked in my backpack and with the All Trails app … Continue reading

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To Lift the Spirit: Churches and Flowers of Latera

What are the structures or practices that lift everyday life with a sense of spirituality, beauty, or hope? In Latera, there are both historic and contemporary options: churches and flowers.  Latera is a town dedicated to public art but in terms … Continue reading

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In an Italian newspaper (Lazio Courier, June 25, 2026): “USA Writer Captivated by Small Village”

And, indeed, I was! See the article below, in Italian. And below that, a rough translation from Google translate. What a pleasure to write about the town of Latera–and, in turn, be written about!–inspired by our journey on the Via … Continue reading

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