TREVI FOUNTAIN

The Trevi Fountain (Fontana di Trevi) is the largest and most famous fountain in Rome.  As we know it today, it was designed by Nicola Salvi in 1732 and completed in 1762.

The main figures of the fountain are Neptune, god of the sea, with two Tritons. The fountain is truly beautiful.

It always amazes me how many people gather there day after day and stay just watching the fountain. Security is always on watch making sure no one climbs over railings, no one goes into the water, and no one is sitting on any part of the structure. You know someone is a culprit when you hear the shrill of the whistle.

There is a little shop right there just near Hotel Fontana where you can purchase a sandwich, some cubed watermelon and a drink and then take it to a seating area over by the fountain.This is quite a nice way to take a break, catch a bite, and then go on with sightseeing. But before you head out, don't forget to throw a coin in the fountain. Legend has it you will return to Rome if you throw a coin in the water. Oh and I have learned that there is a specific way to throw it in as well....you should toss it over your shoulder with your back to the fountain.



Crowds at the fountain



The fountain at night



Perfect way to toss the coin

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LAS VEGAS AGAIN

Summer has finally come to our city. A beautiful long weekend with wonderful weather, meals cooked on the barbeque, and three days off from work. I put aside some of the yard work that really needs to get done for a spin, well actually a  few spins, in my new convertible. With the wind in my hair and the tunes blaring, it just doesn't get any better. I am just warming up before my trip to Las Vegas.

Although it will be hot...very hot...there is no humidity, so it's pretty bearable. I also like the mists of water they have in some of the outdoor restaurants that just lightly spray you just enough to keep you cool.

I am already looking forward to reservations at some nice restaurants and can't wait to see some shows. Although, this year one of the shows I plan to see again but go all out for with VIP passes will be the Donny and Marie show. I know you are saying...are you kidding me? And I will say that if you can name me someone who has been performing/singing for as many years and are still around.....then I would really like to meet them. I think Donny may be hitting 50 years. I caught their show last year and in a blink of an eye it was over. The time just flew. It was an amazing show and well worth going again.

Perfect treat for a hot day