Assisi!

"[Jesus] came to Simon Peter, who said to him, 'Lord, are you going to wash my feet?' Jesus answered, 'You do not know now what I am doing, but later you will understand.' Peter said to him, 'You will never wash my feet.' Jesus answered, 'Unless I wash you, you have no share with me.'" John 13:6-8

Day 3 back in Florence. I'm dreadfully sick with a fever, body pain, and no appetite, but got some antibiotics from the Italian doctors and will hopefully be up and running again soon. Still, prayers are much appreciated!

We are in the middle of our Intensive Italian week and once that's over we'll be diving once more into classes and travels.

On Sunday we went as a group to the city of Assisi, located just a few hours south of Florence. We saw the tombs of St. Francis and St. Clare, both of whom were born in the city, as well as the cross where St. Francis got his revelation from Christ. It was a really cool place; made of stone, located in the hills, and completely walled in to protect against invaders.

I am ecstatic to be traveling again and anxious to learn as much as possible while I'm here. And I am continually amazed at the grace and kindness of the Lord, and the opportunities He has provided.

God bless and arrivederci!

Liz

"If the only prayer you say in your life is 'thank you,' that would suffice."

- Meister Eckhart