We woke up late in the day after falling asleep to our neighbors grizzly snoring. My calves were burning from the day before as we both woke up to greet the day light. It was sunny and very warm outside our tent, a perfect day to start our adventure of the city. But not before we got food in our growling tummies, having survived the night on Daniel’s moms granola, which we greatly appreciated, because we didn’t reach the market in time. Our meal consisted of bread, sundried tomato spread and meat (for Daniel).

Our adventure was then to begin but first we had to find a way to get there. Our favorite phrase of the day became “dove si trova?” Which means where is. The bus system or autobus works on an honor system. You’re supposed to buy the ticket before and have it valid on the bus- but there’s no one to verify, not even the driver. So sad to say but true, we took advantage of this system and got around town on the autobus for free, I’m sure we’re not the first. Although it wasn’t the fastest way and certainly not the easiest. We got lost a few times and did a lot of walking but all in all a very successful day!

Tid bit for the day: when I get lost I ask for directions, and I accept responsibility that it’s my fault, but when she gets lost, it’s still my fault. I feel like I got to see half of Rome today by foot, strong man competition here I come. Usually all guys work on their upper bodies but when I return I’m gonna be all legs no arms. All in all though a great day in Rome with my wife.