Greetings from Rome, the most frenetic and crazy city I have ever set sandals in! We walked the paths of gladiators and senators yesterday through the Colloseum, Roman Forum, Pantheon, and many other impressive ruins. We returned to the amazing Hotel Sonya after ten hours of walking and thirty-three hours of being awake (unless you count two one-hour plane naps). A hotel bed never felt so good!
With a refreshing twelve hours of sleep and and belly full of Italian pastries and coffee, we are on our way to explore the Sistine Chapel and and the Vatican. Our love to you all and especially Ava! Ciao!

Hi Rachel! thanks for the update! Take lots of pictures! – love you guys! shanel
I’m so happy that you’re there and that you were able to update your blog! What a great date for you and Nate!
Ahhh, Rome! I’ve never been that far down into Italy. How spectacular to hear from you!! Eat a pizza for us tonight!
Wow…what a place to spend your birthday, Nathan! How do you top this one???? Keep us updated as the opportunity comes along. Have tons of fun and relax too!
Mom