Learning the routine

With Jasper back, both of the kids have been in school everyday this week. After school we have gone to the park for an hour or so everyday, which they love, then have come home to do homework and eat dinner. The kids are in bed around 8, and by the time they're asleep, I'm usually ready for bed myself! Even with the days free, the afternoons can be exhausting. Jasper is adjusting to homework everyday in Year 3, instead of just Tuesday and Thursday homework he had last year...it has been a little bit of a difficult adjustment, but I think he's getting used to it already. He lost one of his front teeth the other day after school! He was so excited and happy to eat normally again! I forgot all about losing teeth- and how bloody they are!

Jasper's smile missing a tooth!!

This week, I have spent my days cleaning up around my room some, and walking around more. Wednesday, I walked to the Trevi Fountain and wandered around some of the side streets because it was swarmed with tourists. I ate outside at a fabulous place. I am taking advantage of eating outside as much as possible while it's still warm.

Thursday, I walked to Piazza Navona, which is one of the most popular squares in Rome. It was absolutely beautiful. It was a little bit of a walk to get there, so I didn't have as much time as I would've liked, but I will definitely be back. There were some great restaurants, and one of the streets nearby is famous for it's fabulous antique shops. I look forward to going back when I can spend more of the day.

I loved the facade of this building in the square. The colors are beautiful and I loved all of the greenery...what a great spot overlooking Piazza Navona!

Shana and Tommaso are going to Torino on Saturday for some of their friends 10th wedding anniversary, and staying in Milan until Tuesday morning...which means, I will be "mom" for the weekend! I have my fingers crossed that everything will be fine. I think it should be, but it is still a little bit intimidating. I have been looking into Italian courses to take- Shana recommended a few schools to me and said she thought they were the best way to meet people. I met another au pair at the kids school yesterday. Her name is Rebecca and she is from Australia. She seems very nice, and I plan on giving her a call when I have some free time. I will be back in touch after the weekend!