It’s a kind of alchemy that turns despair into hope, and that alchemy is soup. Let’s feast together and show our neighbors that they deserve a seat at the table. New location! Still great music, eats, and vibes. #cville #charlottesville

I am in love with Grand Cayman.

Travel lovers in #cville ! Come to Speak’s “Tea and Travel” at Vault Virginia Tuesday February 11th at 6:30 when I’ll be talking about Umbria: The Green Heart of Italy! Let me know if you can make it and I’ll save you a seat!

Christmas decorating is tiring for Juno.

Can’t tell if I like this photo of Sestri Levante better for the gorgeous Italian inlet or the happy puppy. You?

As I straightened our rental house to regretfully say goodbye to Tamborine Mountain (Queensland), I noticed this new web action. I haven’t stopped thinking about it.

I’m putting together a talk entitled “no longer content to play the part of Tuscany’s little sister, Umbria is having a moment.” But I have TOO MUCH TO SAY. #italy #italytravel #umbria

Hello! I’m new here. One may as well begin with a photo of the place I feel home, from my visit to Spello last month.