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I sat down and made a quick list of things I'd like to see and do while I'm in Italy. Planning this trip has been interesting. Because it's not entirely for pleasure, I have a list of things I *need* to get done while there. But this list is pure pleasure, my friends!

• Eat at Brac

• Take early morning walks through the city center

• Visit my favorite church: San Miniato al Monte

• Aperitivo! (I've been saying for years that this should become a thing in the States)

• Go on a wine and food tour in the Tuscan countryside

• Return to one of my favorite museums: The Marino Marini Museum

• Visit Florence's central market

• Rub Il Porcellino's nose 

• See Michelangelo's David after the crowds have gone

• Visit a flea market and hunt for treasures