Thursday, May 6, 2010

OH, we're going TO FLY!?!?!?!

The flying surprise! Posted by Stephen

On May 2nd, Sautrday, I was picked up in the morning by Giovanni Bargagli- my host for the next 3 days. On the ride from the hotel, I thought he was asking me about my flight into Italy. However, when we arrived at a small airport in Lucca, I realized he was asking me if I would like to see the area from a small 4 seater in plane.

Never in my life had I imagined I would ever get into such a small plane. I overcame the shock when we were in the air. I had the most amazing view of Pisa, Lucca, the Mountains of Carrera (marble), and the Marina di Pisa. We were in the air for over an hour. I even flew the plane!!!

It was the most beautiful tour. This tremendous gift was just a small example of the kindness and generosity shown to me by my Rotarian host family in Pisa over the next few days.

The coast....Marina di Pisa

The Bargagli Estate from the sky- my home earlier this week

Giovanni Bargagli and me. I am completely in disbelief about what I am getting ready to do....

Giovanni Bargagli, 25+ year member of the rotary Club of Pisa






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