All roads lead to Rome...and my boys!
Yesterday, we all went to the airport to gather Kegan. This was the only night of togetherness before Christmas so it was very important that we made great memories.
Our first stop was Ostia Antica, a large archeological site that was the location of the harbor city of ancient Rome (19 miles to the northeast). "Ostia" in Latin means "mouth". At the mouth of the River Tiber, this bustling town was Rome's seaport. The site is noted for the excellent preservation of its ancient buildings, magnificent frescoes and impressive mosaics.
After marveling and meandering for hours, we headed back into Rome to give Kegan a brief introduction and show Brenton and Christy the Colosseum. Considered one the greatest works of Roman architecture and engineering, a visit here is a must when in Roma.
We were all impressed with the Monument to Vittorio Emanuele II (photo 9), the first king of unified Italy. While glaringly white and deemed "pompous and too large", one can not help but look up in wonder and awe at this late 18th century tribute. We enjoyed the night exploring The Eternal City.
We arrived, this morning, at FCO before Brenton and Christy's scheduled flight and gathered Kegan's girlfriend, Monica, so we could all spend a little time together. It was so delightful to have my sons, along with the women who love them, sitting with me and Steve on Father's Day in Italy. What a great Dad's Day present!
Our first stop was Ostia Antica, a large archeological site that was the location of the harbor city of ancient Rome (19 miles to the northeast). "Ostia" in Latin means "mouth". At the mouth of the River Tiber, this bustling town was Rome's seaport. The site is noted for the excellent preservation of its ancient buildings, magnificent frescoes and impressive mosaics.
After marveling and meandering for hours, we headed back into Rome to give Kegan a brief introduction and show Brenton and Christy the Colosseum. Considered one the greatest works of Roman architecture and engineering, a visit here is a must when in Roma.
We were all impressed with the Monument to Vittorio Emanuele II (photo 9), the first king of unified Italy. While glaringly white and deemed "pompous and too large", one can not help but look up in wonder and awe at this late 18th century tribute. We enjoyed the night exploring The Eternal City.
We arrived, this morning, at FCO before Brenton and Christy's scheduled flight and gathered Kegan's girlfriend, Monica, so we could all spend a little time together. It was so delightful to have my sons, along with the women who love them, sitting with me and Steve on Father's Day in Italy. What a great Dad's Day present!
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