| Italy - Barberino Val d'Elsa |
| Elizabeth and Mary arrived at the town The bus was a trial so we came with a frown. But a few minutes here in the bright Tuscan sun We knew that our holiday would be so much fun Only four days to fit it all in - Barberino, Siena, and far off San Gim..... We mastered the timetable And the little blue bus. The locals were friendly We travelled without fuss. Siena delighted With its fan shaped main square Huge tower, great frescoes, And churches to spare. The wall of the Duomo Had us in awe 'Twas only the start! We had not seen the floor. San Gim was a treat, We walked round the walls We avoided the crowds And the view never palls The alleys and archways A picturesque treat; Such fun to explore On our way out to eat. Our restaurant in town here With its sweet lady cook Hosted us each night Never needing to book. Barberino our favourite By a wide country mile. We hope we'll be back In a very short while. |
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| "Our villa" on the edge of the town walls |
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| A Barberino alley - no room for cars and we had it to ourselves most of the time |
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| The creche - the little ones looked very happy. They all wore long smocks over their clothes |