Hey Everyone,

So today I wrapped up my finals. Yesterday was my Poli Sci final and I think I did pretty well on it (barring any grievances from my professor). Today was my Art History final and, even though my beloved Jodie Mariotti threw us a big curveball, I think I was still able to get some good wood on it and do pretty well on the test. Honestly, though, I’m not too concerned about how I did. I should just let things come as they go.

When I was done with my Art History final, I gave my professor a big hug and, not gonna lie, my eyes were pretty wet. This isn’t the mushy-gushy final post, so I won’t go too much into detail, but I was pretty sad when I realized that I was officially done here.

After the test and lunch, I walked around Sesto Fiorentino for a bit and took some day pictures. Again, I got pretty sad when I realized this would be one of the last times I’d get to do this. I really love this place and I am going to be so sad when I leave.

Now, I just finished up about 80% of my packing. All of my drawers are empty and my clothes are packed away. I’m pretty happy because I have a ton of extra room in my suitcase, so I don’t think I’ll get any overweight charges (it sucks getting overweight charges when you yourself are overweight—I guess God loves irony).

Tonight the men of the Villa Corsi-Salviati are going to the one, the only, Trattoria Antico Frontoio to see our boy Stefano.  He’s promised us spicy pasta and Bistecca Fiorentina (Florentine Steak). Also, he told us to bring “clear heads for the grappa”. Good man, that Stefano. After dinner we’ll be heading to Florence for one last hurrah at night. Tomorrow, I plan to head into Florence again just to see that beautiful town once more during the day (and with a level head…sorry Mom).

Saturday is the day I leave. I’m getting up pretty early to head to the Florence Airport where I’ll fly to Milan and then London. Arsenal is playing the b@stards from Chelsea about an hour after I get in, so hopefully I can get to my hotel on time to watch the match.

I’ll poke in and say “hi” again on Saturday night.  Take care, everybody. I can’t wait to see you all soon.

Peace,

Greg