Christmas in Italy

Right now I am sitting in a bar in Cinque Terre, Italy on Christmas Eve. Pete and I hiked around the towns today and had a wonderful time. We are about to head upstairs to our room with an amazing view, then head to dinner, then go to midnight mass with the locals. Cinque Terre is not a top tourist destination right now, so we pretty much are part of the town and loving it. We miss our families and friends so much, but know we are making our own family traditions and memories. We love all of you and wish you such a merry Christmas. The best Christmas gift is the love of family and friends. Merry Christmas! We love you!