Is that a Roman Soldier?

Today was the ever so fun travel day. Good bye to our friends in Venice and off to new friends in Rome. We spent most of the day on the train, but don’t think for a second that interesting things stayed away just because we had no big plans. While waiting for the train we were approached by the local police who asked to see our passports. At first it seemed as though they were going to detain us but after a few minutes of awkward communication, they let us go get on the train. In the train we were greeted by our French neighbors across the table. They we kind, no speak the English, but the man did not hesitate to offer up his chocolate. Good it won’t be hard to travel with these nice folks. Then about 15 min into the ride the man began to sneeze and cough with no sense to cover his mouth. So, for the next few hours this Frenchman across from Natalie was letting it out all across the table and towards Natalie. Needless to say she didn’t enjoy the gesture. (I thought it was rather funny) We got to Rome and realized that we were no longer in Venice. Walking through the train station in Rome, Natalie quickly proclaimed “I feel like we just left Hawaii and arrived in New York City.” Yep, Rome was a bit chaotic. First thought, Rome is a lot less expensive then Venice. Seriously like 70% less. (BIG difference) We ate at the McDonalds with probably the best view of any McD’s in the world. We saw a Roman soldier on his smoke break at the Spanish steps and bartered for a nock off bag. Fun, fun, and more fun. Oh, even stopped by the Trevi to throw in a coin. The jury is still out on Rome, but I must say so far so good……by the way still no sign of a Starbucks anywhere.