Italia –> Deutschland

Today was our last day in Italy.  I had a cappuccino and croissant for breakfast.  We packed our things and left our suitcase at the front desk.  We then headed out for our last moments.  We shopped just north of the Vatican to stay somewhat close.  There were street vendors, shops, and shops with sidewalk sales.  Many items we have seen before, but we continue to explore since we had the time.

It started getting hot, so we sat in a shaded area just outside the wall and I read my book for a bit. After a while we decided to find a place to have our last lunch. We found a spot, but it definitely wasn't our best meal. Regardless, we had a reasonable meal with red wine to smooth it over. We then headed back to the hotel to get our luggage and head to the airport.

It was not obvious what train to take, but I directed Dawn and I to the track that I thought was correct. Once we were on the train, the first stop was not what I had expected based on my map, so I had us get off. The map was now in the suitcase, so I could not consult it immediately. Once off the train with map in hand, I could not find the "Quatro Venti" station we were at. We went down to the track down one level and asked someone...the said we had to go back to the track we were at. So, I carred the now heavy suitcase up several stories of stairs and we then needed to wait 30 min for the next train. Apparently we were on the correct train; however, this station was not on my map. I drew it in for my own satisfaction afterwards.

Regardless, we made it to the airport on time; even a bit early since the flight was delayed. Once we arrived in Munich, the Franz (papa and jr.) were waiting to take us back to Halsbach. We all sat down for a few beers which somehow eventually turned into a few schnapps. The apple schnapps were good. We then called it a night. It was good to be back in Halsbach.