Rome

I was 15 the first time I saw Rome.  

It was my first trip to Europe. 

I used my babysitting and waitress earnings

to fund the school trip over my spring break. 

Since I have loved history, art and architecture since I was in the single digits, 

I couldn't wait to see it all in person. 

But my real inspiration was my maternal Grandfather - Louis Stern. 

He was an intrepid traveler and photographer. 

He would return from his trips with a beautiful slide show and so many funny stories. 

He also gave me his change, which I thought was really cool, even after I found out that you couldn't exchange it. 

And then, there were the presents.  I still remember how much I loved this outfit.

Cheers!

PJ

(c) 2016 PJ Lehrer