Piazza Michaelangelo
February 27th, 2011
"What a view!" we exclaimed as we finally reached the top of the summit. Thomas decided to take Katie and me on a run since we had been feeling rather gross due to the massive amounts of carbs and fats in the form of bread and pasta we had been consuming. While going on a run with a guy may seem like constant motivation to keep running, that did not seem to help the fact that we are severely out of running shape. Honestly, I was surprised I made it up all those stairs to the top. When we finally stopped running my legs could not stop shaking! I would think I’d be in great shape for going up stairs since it seems that all I do here is climb stairs. Despite the pain and exhaustion, the view was spectacular and we could see the entire city of Florence. Luckily it was a nice day, which made for a better view and a little relaxation in the sun.
We could spot the important landmarks such as the Duomo, Ponte Vecchio, the house of the Medici and almost our apartment! The view reminded me of the view from Twin Peaks in San Francisco, just a little thought of home to add to the pensive mood. I like to sit and lookout at the view and just think when I find spots like this. They put things into perspective, just how much is really out there and how much there is to explore. The view from Piazza Michaelangleo is definitely a place to find a cure for those “just one of those days” days.

