As I was exploring small streets, I came across Dante’s Church with all of these “love locks.” Will they work? I think it is the ritual for people / couples, to add a lock, and “feel” their love lasts forever, right?!
In that frame of mind, I saw these teddy bears in a window, positioned in such a humorous way. I thought of an older couple, comfortable in their relationship.
Of course, we must see a Pinocchio. Again, another humorous siting, next to Tigger. Whatever sells, right!
I walked by this toy store. I liked the world puzzle map they had. In America, we are focused on the 50 states and American history. Yet, our kids still need to learn more about the World.
This was funny. I was sitting and having a gelato. Different tourists walking by. I heard this man telling a younger guy he was with. If we get separated, just look for my green shoes. Of course, my ears perked up, I looked and he was right… no chance of missing the “green shoes.” Brilliant idea!
I discovered this shop with the most beautiful colored pencils. I have not heard of this Italian brand, Fabriano. I liked the pouch the colored pencils were in. I wish I was an artist, I would have bought them.
Of course, I have to end with a photo of the Ponte Vecchio. Gold prices were so high, that they don’t have beautiful jewelry anymore. Also, there is an owner that must own 7-10 shops on the bridge. They sell the same jewelry, so it was a bit boring looking in the windows. This is a view of the entire bridge.
I’ve been to Florence, so I was not there as a tourist. I mean, touring monuments, etc. This time, I was just going around. I walked the streets, I had walked with my Florentine grandmother when she was alive. One thing I forgot to do, was walk back to see her home, etc. Next time, there’s always a next time.
Ah, Florence!
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I love all of these photos. Those teddy bears are adorable. It’s nice to just wander around and observe.
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Yes, that’s the beauty of going to the same place a few times. Each time we can look at the city in a new way.
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Florence is wonderful. Thanks for sharing your views. 😃
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The Pinocchio toys remind me of “The Elf on the Shelf” here in the States, maybe because they’re red/green. I wonder if the Italians play a similar game with them at the holidays.
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Good question, I don’t know, but a Pinocchio on the shelf would be funny. He nose grows if he lies… LOL
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It sounds like you have a wonderful time. I like the two pink bears. I have a small collection of bears. I like the look of that pencil set too. I’ve been doing a lot more painting lately than drawing but those pencils have me thinking it’s time for a drawing.
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Some of those were water color pencils. That’s fun. It’s nice to change around.
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Yes, I use Watercolour’s pencils and ordinary pencils.
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I am like you – there is something really appealing to me about a huge set of colored pencils. Even though I would have absolutely no use for them. But wouldn’t they look great on a shelf!
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Just looking at them, reminds me of being a child and coloring in a coloring book… except we used crayons in the box. This would be the grown up version of coloring. 😉
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I hope to see Florence once again before my time is up. Such a great city. Old, vibrant and historic.
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If you go a little off season, you can find cheaper flights and better prices on hotels. 😉
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