I think the closest I’ve been to Serenity, is when my Philosophy Class and I visited Tuscany a few years ago. I’ll never forget the Independence House we lived in, in the hills near Lucca. It has to be one of the most peaceful, serene and beautiful experiences I’ve ever had. The scenery from the hills was stunning, you could ‘hear’ the silence. In the morning we would meditate, then have breakfast. If you were an early bird, you could practice Yoga before the meditation, I didn’t quite make that but it was a lovely start to the day. We visited the ancient mountain village of Volterra, with it’s rustic beauty, San Gimignano an ancient medieval town (which bears a striking resemblance to the streets in the Pinnochio film), and the stunning towns of Lucca, Siena and Florence. As you can imagine, the warm October days spent in stunning cathedrals/museums left us
over-awed and in just the right mood for savouring the local pasta’s and delectable wines.
In Lucca we attended a ‘mini’ Puccini concert with a taste of his most famous opera’s. It was truly amazing β€
The days we spent in the Independence House and substantial gardens were magical.Every day at mid-day the Cathedral bell would ring. A single peal at intervals for a couple of minutes reverberated through the town and surrounding hills. I remember sitting in the garden, looking out over rolling hills and cypress trees and thinking; if ever I imagined what heaven would be like – this must be pretty close to it. Ah Serenity at it’s best!
Oh and the Ice-Cream was amazing too! π
noplainjanie
Jan 20, 2015 @ 02:46:10
I loved Tuscany
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allychat
Jan 20, 2015 @ 02:49:16
One of the most beautiful places I’ve ever been to – I think I could live there…O’ Sole Miaow (been told I sound like a cat’s choir when I sing, lol) π
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Faraday's Candle
Jan 20, 2015 @ 12:45:52
This sounds heavenly! It sounds like such a beautiful place!
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allychat
Jan 27, 2015 @ 03:18:22
Yes it is and my post doesn’t do it as much credit as it deserves. It’s such a stunning place and in the hills there’s such a peacefulness…so many towns and cities that are just incredible. I hope one day you can visit and see for yourself π
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Faraday's Candle
Jan 27, 2015 @ 16:26:06
It really sounds heavenly!
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Elle Knowles
Jan 21, 2015 @ 03:38:15
Ally, your description makes me want to visit! ~Elle
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allychat
Jan 27, 2015 @ 03:14:26
Hi Elle, You would love it, Tuscany is so incredibly beautiful with so many stunning towns and cities, each with it’s own character and beauty. I fell in love with it and am hoping I can go back soon…maybe if I write that bestseller I can buy a little crash pad or beach house…if only π
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Elle Knowles
Jan 27, 2015 @ 03:15:47
If only……;)
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lightwalker1
Jan 25, 2015 @ 05:11:23
Hello Allychat:
I enjoy your blog and your unique perspective so much I nominated you for The Sisterhood of World Bloggers Award. Good work deserves recognition.
Please see the details here. https://lightwalker1.wordpress.com/2015/01/24/the-sisterhood-of-the-world-bloggers-award/
Happy Blogging. Cheryle
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allychat
Jan 27, 2015 @ 00:29:17
Thanks Lightwalker, I accept the Award and will complete it as soon as I can, I’ve been a very busy bee over the last week π
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