The hotel, which was really an archaelogical institute, was in Castellmare, a town outside of Pompeii. We could see Mt. Vesuvius from the roof terrace. There were these really small alleyways where they would have their clothes drying.
But they were really busy! They had cars, and mopeds, and people going down them, even though they were super small and one-way. Some of the balconies even had baskets attached to strings, that would fall about a yard from the sidewalk, Someone on the ground would put the groceries in, and someone on the balcony would pull up the basket. Here is a picture. 
In one of the alleyways you could see this dome, the top of a church. There were also really small shops that opened out onto the alley. The shop kitchens also opened out onto the alley, so you could see people making pizzas, bread, pastries, and they whatever they were selling, would sometimes be out on the sidewalk. Here is an example, of some fried pastries, kind of like doughnuts.
Thanks so much for the latest addition to your blog. I keep forgetting to go to the top of the last one, so it goes in chronological order. I think I will remember next time. How can you keep all these places and ruins clear in your minds? It is wonderful, everything you report on. I love the tiny alleys, and the basket elevator, and your mom drawing pictues, and you both eating. Love, Grandma
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ReplyDeleteWe remember them! We take the pictures, and then we download them onto our computer, and put them in files in order with the names. Later, when we do the blog, we remember easier what we did.
Love, Rogan and Domenica
Great plan. Good for you both. When I go on a trip I get a lot of things mixed up. It is just riduculous to tell someone you loved the Taj Mahal when you went to Eygpt!!! But, I have done it. You have to talk to dumb people only. Love, Grandma. PS - do you know that 15 out of every 100 Americans can't find the United States on a map of the world.
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