Kimberly Moritz BlogPosts

Well, we’re not in “Kansas” anymore. We are in a typical hotel in Italy. The entire bathroom becomes the shower, with no division between the two. Goodness knows what our kids will do with those bidets.  The rooms are sparse and our kids have to stick tight to us here. The pickpockets are generally worse in Italy. Someone asked me why I worry so much. I don’t worry as much as  I’m vigilant in watching those around us, reminding the kids to keep their passports\money secure and to pay attention. We are watching each other’s backs and it’s a good learning experience for them.

We traveled through the gorgeous Swiss alps into Italy today. The views from the bus were like nothing I’ve ever seen. We were immersed in Italian at the lunch stop which was cafeteria style. Some students did better with jumping in there and ordering than others did.

A two hour visit to Verona, Italy included Juliet’s balcony and a statue of her in the courtyard carries the legend that Frank Fonti demonstrates in this picture.  (Picture removed as requested by Gowanda Superintendent) Obviously we had a lot of fun here.  This was a dream come true for our Ms. Geist, who teaches Romeo and Juliet.

I have to say how much I’m enjoying the adults we have with us on this tour. They are open minded, fun, and helpful at every turn. Our eleven adults are enjoying euchre and I’m happy to report that Kris John and I are cleaning house.

Tomorrow is a huge day in Venice including a gondola ride. Until then, buona notte from Italia.

Special note to Julie and Linda–have delivered your information, no worries. Please know that students can always stay with the chaperones on free time if they like.