Hello! Sorry for my complete lack of updates, I really have just been having way too much fun and running around too much to spend time blogging indoors lately.  A lot has happened though, including setting a personal travel record of seeing three beautiful countries in 24 hours (France, Monaco, Italia).  Whew! So, I am low on time now even so the pictures will have to speak for themselves, but I will try to describe a little….

So, I spent a whirlwind two days in Nice after Marseilles, where I mostly just enjoyed the beach and delicious food (again). It is beautiful there, and the beach is made of pebbles. The water is still Chilly. I also took a quick trip to Monaco, the poshest of all countries, which is like Beverly Hills, but nicer, with more yachts, and everywhere.

After that, I took a night train over to Florence to visit my dear friend Katie, who is currently studying abroad. 

We have spent our time walking around and seeing the sights, and doing wonderful Italian things including shopping! and gelato! both in moderation.  I have also discovered that I am interested in history, particularly when so close to it:  when else can you say that you were standing over Michelangelos body?! Also, the David is AMAZING in real life.
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In conclusion, France is wonderful, Italy is wonderful, Monaco is wonderful, life is wonderful, and I am thouroughly enjoying life, and somewhat apprehensive about returning to reality.  On the plus side, I am headed to the Greek island of Santorini tomorrow!