Italian blogging

Hello everybody!
I have received a very interesting suggestion about doing some italian heritage-related blogging.
I would love to do that, although I am not sure exactly where to start.
I am planning on going to Italy sometime this summer, and that "sometime" is now getting more and more vague.... so that should bring us some interesting topics.
In the meantime, any particular points of interest? Also, should the blogging be done in English or Italian? I don't think I have it in me to write the same post twice in two different languages... but I could do either one. (sorry guys I am lazy, and have no problem admitting it!)
Now I can start by sharing one of my present puzzles: where to go? What to do?
I love the beach, but after spending some time in Sardegna last summer, I got spoiled and do not really care for the Adriatic Sea anymore... in comparison it looks like a pond! My dad's summer house is on the Adriatic sea and would be available in July... should I take advantage of the opportunity and enjoy the beach town and the sun-bathing and beach socializing, without the thrill of diving into the crystal clear water? Or should I weigh the cost-time relationship and maybe settle for a shorter time at an expensive resort on the island? Or maybe take a wilder leap in the deep South that I have not yet visited?
Also, there is always the romantic Lake Garda that my husband loves dearly, with its wild landscapes, lovely medieval towns and amusement parks. And, of course, Asiago, cool, clean mountain air and awesome cheese and wine! Oh, and my dad will probably be there, so we definitely will spend at least a day or two there... but is it worth it to stay longer? BTW, some great art galleries there too.
Ok, enough for now. I think there is some food for thought here... now I await your comments!
Peace,
Chiara

I made a necklace today!

I have been meaning to resume my jewelry making for a while. I finally got started yesterday and today I finished my necklace.
It is a stone and glass beads torchon, it makes me thin of water, of a stony beach. It is a summery piece, in theme with the season.... not exactly with the weather... Please come in and see it, try it on and let me know what you think.

Jewelry making has been an interest of mine for a few years. I toyed with it here and there, sold a few pieces too, mostly made things for myself or as gifts. Managing an art gallery gives me a very creative environment to feed this passion, as well as a proper place to experiment and test my creations on the public. I hope to continue and learn new techniques along the way.

Happy summer everyone, and as always peace.

Chiara

Bonfire aftermath

Hello everybody!
We have fully recuperated from the bonfire... well, i am still working out the marshmallows...
We all had a great time, too much food, water balloons and of course a few less branches in my yard. There are still plenty more though, so make sure you mark your calendar for June 29th!
We had a little more teenagers sleeping in the woods than we planned on... and I have not seen my camper yet! All in all I think Giselle had a good time and so did everybody else.
Now the our new party area is set up we are planning in doing a bit more outdoor entertaining, which is something I have been missing lately.
Oh, and we had the last t-ball game of the season Thursday and the last soccer game will be Monday, so there will be a lot more time to plan things.
Keep checking the blog and the website for updates for the fall.
Peace,
Chiara

Bon Fire

As many of you already know Giselle will soon be eaving for Italy. As few of you know, we just had to cut some trees in our yard. We figured to put the two things together and have a bonfire party to bid her farewell!
So, Wednesday the 11th of June, starting at about 5 pm, we will have a potluck party and bonfire at our house. If you want to see Giselle one more time before her Italian adventure, if you like good food and good outdoor fun.... come and join us! Oh, and if you play an instrument, bring it along! Sorry, no electricity though... and no alcohol... teenagers attending!
Hope to see lots of fun people there, e-mail or post a comment if you need directions or more info.
Peace,

Chiara