We are just back from a lovely four days in Venice. It was hot hot hot resulting in plenty of siestas and generally lazing but we also managed to fit in some site seeing and visiting of nice restaurants. Travelling around by water bus and water taxi was an unique experience and the absence of cars made for very relaxed wandering. Upon arriving we did the obligatory walk through St Mark’s Square which was packed and over run with manky pigeons then spent most of the time avoiding the packed tourist areas.
Things didn’t get off to a great start with the first thing we ate being dodgy pizza and salad which made both of us sick. The next day, on the advice of my hospital in London it was off in a water taxi to Venice Hospital (no holiday this year has been complete without checking out the local A&E) where I was quickly taken for a scan. Although the obstetrician’s English was much better than our Italian we still had some trouble understanding each other. However, he managed to convey that all was well, the baby was fine and we were having a girl! Well, we think we are having a girl but given the language barrier there is still some element of doubt…
The next day we visited Murano, a short boat ride away and where all the Venetian glass is made. It was filled was glass shops and had lots of jewellery which kept me happy.
All in all, it was a great trip away. Venice is falling down, incredibly dilapidated and teeming with tourists but still exudes charm, beauty and a unique way of life.
Other than our holiday, we haven’t been up to a great deal. We had a good night out at the football where we saw Chelsea beat West Bromwich Albion 4-0. We’ve been to theatre in Regents Park - HMS Pinafore, very camp and lots of fun and we’ve been seeing friends when I’ve been able to drag myself off the couch.
It’s Friday today and we are still on holiday which is lovely. Andy is currently moving furniture around and I’m thinking of all the pink things I can fill (what will be) the nursery with.
Bec
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