This is the picture that started it all. A romance. A cultural awakening. A transformation into citizens of the world. A thirst for travel. At the time, Tim had only taken one flight: to Italy to embark on a 4 month study abroad in Florence. Although I had a few more flights under my belt, I had never been away from my family and had the palate of a 10 year old.

Since then, Tim and I have traveled to 12 countries and countless states together. Our first return as husband and wife, almost nine years later, we are grateful to the city that helped shape who we are today. Infinitely more adventurous, both in travel and in appetite.

2016 was full of heartbreak, but taught us to appreciate the moment. And although this will be a short trip, this homecoming serves as a reminder of where we’ve been and where we’re headed. And for that, we are eternally grateful.

Quando l’amico chiede, non v’è domain.