So, Scott pretty much covered the day, but I had some additional thoughts. First of all, I slept like a baby for 13.5 hours last night. I can't remember the last time that happened. The wood shutters completely black out the room, so when I got up and opened them, I was rewarded with the most amazing view. It's just stunning.

The only thing Scott forgot about our day of eating through Montalcino was the delicious espresso Margaret and I shared after lunch. Next time, we are each getting one.

It rained again at the end of the day, and when we returned to the house, there was a huge rainbow that began in the field right outside our front door. I am not even exaggerating-I have never been that close to a rainbow in my life.

I spoke Italian to several people today and got around pretty well. They seem to appreciate the effort, but will switch to English pretty fast. I must get a pretty confused look on my face when I'm concentrating. Pietro asked us what country we from and I was all excited, then I realized he was probably just asking US or Canada?

Maps and guidebooks are spread out...now, to make plans for tomorrow.