Monday, March 9, 2009

Blue Monday---Italian Style

Ciao and Happy Blue Monday! I'm giving this "Blue Monday" thing a whirl. Smiling Sal at http://smilingsally.blogspot.com/ is hosting this event. The first picture is of the Blue Train that runs between the five cities of Cinque Terra...one of the most beautiful places on earth. Cinque Terra (Five Lands) is on the northwestern coast of Italy...it's a picturesque community that is similiar to Portofino but still has a lot of the old world charm. Don't you wish YOU could sail around admiring the beautiful scenery in this sailboat? This was the view from my tiny 3rd floor, walk-up hotel room.



Here's a closer in shot that captures the boats that dock and brought in fresh seafood. This is also the region that invented PESTO,. They also invented a special pasta (???can't remember name) that should be served with the pesto. It's got all sorts of squiggles and wiggles/nooks and crannies in it to allow the pesto to cover the pasta completely. YUMMMM......


This is a typical fruit and vegetable market. Notice the passage way to the left...it's their version of an alley...so picturesque, right?

Since this is a seaside community, the cats are smart and wait by the boats for the fishermen to bring in their catch.

I could have sat on this rock wall for days. Such a BEAUTIFUL view and the weather was gorgeous!! CIAO BELLA....hope you enjoyed Blue Monday...Italian Style!


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24 comments:

  1. AnonymousMarch 9, 2009 at 12:34 PM

    Hi Susan! Aren't you just the prettiest thing sitting in the sunshine on that rock!? We've been to Italy three times and would love to go back. I just loved it!
    Beautiful photos, my dear!
    Be a sweetie,
    Shelia ;)

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  2. Tink *~*~*March 9, 2009 at 12:42 PM

    I am always envious of European countries because of the availability of trains to take one everywhere. I wish Florida had a little of that!

    Tink *~*~*
    NOW PLAYING at My Mobile Adventures *~*~* :
    Disney's Port Orleans French Quarter resort

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  3. Jen @ tatertotsandjello.comMarch 9, 2009 at 12:49 PM

    Susan - you lucky girl! What a wonderful place to visit. And gorgeous pictures!!

    Have a great day!

    Jen

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  4. SmilingSallyMarch 9, 2009 at 12:59 PM

    I've been to Italy, but not this part. Isn't it beautiful? Thanks for sharing. Happy Blue Monday.

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  5. The Quintessential MagpieMarch 9, 2009 at 1:24 PM

    I love the blue you've shared with us here, Susan! And to sit on a rock in that gorgeous place with that gorgeous view would be paradise. I love the blue train, the blue boat, the blue water, and that blue striped tarp! Just SO neat!

    Thanks for sharing. Definitely colorful! :-)

    Happy Blue Monday...

    XO,

    Sheila

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  6. KristenMarch 9, 2009 at 2:09 PM

    I loved your Blue Monday...Italian Style

    Thanks for sharing and I see why it was your favorite vacation.

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  7. AnonymousMarch 9, 2009 at 2:33 PM

    That water is beautiful! Great pictures. Italy has always been on my list to visit.

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  8. AnonymousMarch 9, 2009 at 2:50 PM

    That was a llovely vacation I just took with you. It must have been a very memorable place to visit. Cute picture of you on the rock too.

    Kathy b

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  9. Cindy (Applestone Cottage)March 9, 2009 at 4:28 PM

    Hi Susan,
    I'm jealous! Stunning photos and cute one of you too. I want to go, Cindy

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  10. AnonymousMarch 9, 2009 at 5:33 PM

    Hi Susan, I'm so glad you decided to join us for Blue Monday. Your pictures are absolutely beautiful! It must be just wonderful actually visiting a place like that.
    I have just fallen in love with your little Carson. He's so precious! Charli is a silver mini schnauzer. She and Carson would be the best of friends ♥

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  11. JudyBugMarch 9, 2009 at 5:51 PM

    I have never seen water to blue. Gorgeous!
    JudyBug

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  12. Susan @ A Southern DaydreamerMarch 9, 2009 at 6:10 PM

    Running late this week visiting blogs....Hope you had a great Blue Monday! Gorgeous italian blues!!!
    Susan

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  13. ~♥~ Monica SMarch 9, 2009 at 6:23 PM

    I love italy.. it's beautiful..and refreshing! :-)
    And I love the seaside :-) (born and raised practically on top of it)
    Lovely blues!

    Monica

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  14. debi lynn mattinglyMarch 9, 2009 at 6:26 PM

    Beautiful darlin'! And ain't you the "belle of Italy' :) Hope all is going well and will catch up as soon as my computer gets fixed! :)

    xo....deb

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  15. TriciaMarch 9, 2009 at 7:14 PM

    What gorgeous photos, it felt like a mini-vacation looking at them and reading your descriptions. My cats are totally jealous of the Italian kitties and are pushing for an immediate relocation.

    Tabbikat's Thoughts

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  16. UnknownMarch 9, 2009 at 8:17 PM

    Oh, how I would love to go there! Thanks for sharing.

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  17. imjacobsmomMarch 9, 2009 at 8:20 PM

    I can tell you that I am jealous! What a marvelous vacation. Your photos are stunning! ~ Robyn

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  18. HelenMarch 9, 2009 at 9:22 PM

    Bella, bella ... tour guide perfection.

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  19. playsdollsMarch 9, 2009 at 10:01 PM

    That is the bluest water I have ever seen.It is so beautiful.Great Blue Monday post.

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  20. Bargain Decorating with LaurieMarch 9, 2009 at 10:46 PM

    Oh these pictures are beautiful, and they are so charming. Your picture looks so romantic and pretty. laurie

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  21. JillMarch 10, 2009 at 12:18 AM

    Hey Susan.. Great Blue Monday pics! I love the pic of the trains.

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  22. Heidi PocketbookMarch 10, 2009 at 7:37 AM

    How lovely! If I could pick one foreign area to visit, Italy would be at the top. Dh's family originated from Sicily.

    Thanks for stopping by my blog, it's so nice to meet you☺ Can't wait to check out your blog a bit more!

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  23. RueMarch 10, 2009 at 8:42 AM

    Good morning Susan :)

    What a beautiful vacation spot! I want to visit there too .... (sigh). One day :)

    rue

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  24. Blondie's JournalMarch 10, 2009 at 1:23 PM

    Susan,

    These pictures are breathtaking. if i hadn't wanted to go to Italy before, you sure have sold me! (who wouldn't want to go to Italy??!!)

    Lucky fat cats!!

    Happy Blue Monday!

    xoxo
    Jane

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