The new house flooded so I used a broom to sweep out the water as my dog watched.

This isn't exactly what I pictured doing on a Tuesday night when I decided to a buy a house in Florence. LA DOLCE VITA, AM I RIGHT. Broom is from Risparmio Casa, bucket is vintage, tank is Winners. Four days ago, Francesca and I invited a lovely arborist man named Giulio over to check out … Continue reading The new house flooded so I used a broom to sweep out the water as my dog watched. →

I bought a house with no water, no electricity and no heating in Florence.

This is not Under the Tuscan Sun, this is me, buying a small home in the gritty outskirts of Florence.

My best friend Gigì

Every morning, I wake up at 7 am. I sit in my kitchen and do my make up on our tiny blue couch while I wait for my coffee. I usually listen to a podcast while I get ready. At around 8:30 am, I drag my bike down three flights of stairs and head to … Continue reading My best friend Gigì →