Its Finally Time to Get Back to Guardia!!

The summer plans to go to Guardia have had to go on the backburner for a little while as I've had a crazy year of major milestones going on in our family and a hectic work schedule .. but we've finally nailed down our dates and are so excited to be heading back to the Guardia  in the next month, and plans are starting to get into high gear!

Scene from the backside of Piazza Croce

I've had a little work done on the house while I've been gone, nothing major, but needed to retile the terrace that was old and leaking, and move the washing machine upstairs to the kitchen. First there was an evaluation by an engineer who determined the terraza leak was caused by inadequate drainage. 

The before Leaky terraza

A solution was proposed and I was sent pictures of tile samples,

tile samples

a detailed budget, and drawings of what the repairs would entail via email. Once we agreed on the price and design, the project was started shortly after. I would receive daily pictures of the progress. 

Before and After

Thanks to Pasquale, my project manager and Benny, who was in charge of the work. The project was completed under budget within a week’s time. I cannot believe how great it looks!

From the Terraza to the Kitchen

Beautiful flowers and pictures - Thanks Guy Ranzino!!

In the past few months, we've had different friends stay at our home in Guardia. They’ve sent me some wonderful pictures that have really warmed my heart and at the same time make me wish I could jump on a plane tomorrow and just be there!

Welcome to Casa Kestler!!

Staircase to the Kitchen & Terraza

  

How this house was supposed to be enjoyed!! With good friends & wine - Thanks Liz Canestra!!!

.. and so the vacation count down begins!! 

The list includes..

• A day trip to Capri
• The ruins of Herculaneum & Mt Vesuvius
• Visiting the Adriatic side (Bari or Termoli)
• Picking grapes - Its Vendemia!!!
• Enjoying good food, wine and laughter with our friends in Guardia!! 

Ci vidiamo presto Guardia!!