A Rainy Day in Sicily

Today was a lazy day with the rain. You cannot pick Oranges in the rain. We sat around most of the morning talking and eating. I finally won a game of solitaire. It was very comfortable and relaxing. After all the stress of traveling, it is nice to relax. Liz made orange marmalade and I helped; I stirred the pot and juiced the oranges (not a major contribution). They will sell the marmalade in the market.

This is an organic farm. Many of the oranges are red in color. It is interesting that one tree can have both orange and red oranges some have seeds and some do not. Some are sold for juice and some are sold for eating. It makes a difference when sorting the oranges. I am learning a lot about Orange Trees.

I visited the puppies a number of times. I think that they will be up and playing in a couple days. I am trying not to get too attached. Alfonso told me that there is a place close to the casa that is a wild bird sanctuary. I hope to go there in the next couple of days.

I finally have heat in my room. Phillip brought in a new tank, since the old one was out of propane. I was able to take a shower and stay warm. I feel much better. This has been a very cold trip.

Still have something (I think it may be rats) crawling on the roof above at night. I am making sure my bedroom is tightly closed to avoid any confrontations.
I am definitely making up for my lack of food at the other farm. Meals are a big thing event and there are a number of good cooks. Every meal is bountiful and I can’t avoid trying everything (or can I and I just choose to eat everything!!).
I am having difficulty uploading pictures, so I hope to send some when I am at an internet point.

Ciao for now.