The Colosseum

I recently visited the Colosseum in Rome and a sense of dark sadness clouded over me. I could picture the agile and courageous gladiators in the arena. The pensive part was the sadism  and cruelty of the Roman emperors — I was overcome with … [Read more...]

Disgruntled

Changes in organizational leadership create a new normal. Those that were 'favored' or considered themselves to be 'special' must now come back into the pack, and must now toe the line like everyone else. I take full responsibility for this … [Read more...]

Barn Swallows

One of the most unique thing about the beautiful cathedrals, churches and monuments of Europe are hundred of barn swallows, little birds, that fill the skies.These chirping little angels reside in these majestic buildings. Hundreds  of  happy birds  … [Read more...]

Siena

A small Medieval town in the heart of Tuscany, Siena has an old world charm. Narrow cobble stone streets meander through quaint neighborhoods, leading to the geographic heart of the city — the IL CAMPO. This ancient amphitheater, shaped like a sea … [Read more...]