Monthly Archives: October 2012

Photographic Memories from Italy

Posted on October 28, 2012 by Margie Miklas

It seems that the photographs I post here are always a big hit so I decided to do a post of more photos from Italy.  Enjoy!

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Daylight Savings Time Ends this Weekend in Italy

Posted on October 27, 2012 by Margie Miklas

Italy turns their clocks back one hour this weekend, and in the U.S. we do not adjust our clocks until next weekend. This is not that interesting unless you are making a phone call to Italy or traveling to or … Continue reading →

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My Sicilian Friend Teresa

Posted on October 25, 2012 by Margie Miklas

Meet my Sicilian friend, Teresa Savoca.This is a recent photo of her as she celebrated her 50th birthday! I love the cake! Teresa is the older sister of Angela, who I have mentioned before in this blog, and we have … Continue reading →

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Favorite Photos from Italy

Posted on October 20, 2012 by Margie Miklas

I decided to take a break from writing and post some of my favorite photos from Italy. Enjoy!

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Golden Day Eighty-One: Portofino with Margie Miklas

Posted on October 16, 2012 by Margie Miklas

Originally posted on Golden Days in Italy:
There’s a new book on my reading list: Memoirs of a Solo Traveler – My Love Affair with Italy, by Margie Miklas. Margie is an Italian-American writer, photographer, and critical care nurse, based…

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Contest Results and Winner Announced

Posted on October 15, 2012 by Margie Miklas

As promised after 5pm today I would post the results of the photo locations and announce the winner of the contest, who will receive an autographed copy of “Memoirs of a Solo Traveler – My Love Affair with Italy.” One … Continue reading →

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Win an Autographed Copy of my Book – Contest Ends Tomorrrow at 5pm DST

Posted on October 14, 2012 by Margie Miklas

There is only one day left and the last chance to enter the photo contest and guess the locations of the photos I shot in Italy. The prize is an autographed copy of my book. So far no one has … Continue reading →

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Italy Photo Contest – Win an Autographed Copy of my New Book

Posted on October 12, 2012 by Margie Miklas

Let’s have a little fun with photography and Italy. I am going to post some photos that I shot in Italy and I wonder who will know the locations of the photos. Please leave your comments listing the photo numbers … Continue reading →

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Venice Rallies for Independence from Italy

Posted on October 11, 2012 by Margie Miklas

Thousands of protesters assembled for a rally on October 6 in Venice to demand independence from Italy. Predominantly for economic reasons, the separatist group, Independenza Veneta, wishes to create their own country which would be called “Repubblica Veneta,” and would … Continue reading →

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Sorrento – Great Location on the Amalfi Coast

Posted on October 11, 2012 by Margie Miklas

Sorrento is a wonderful place to use as a base on a visit to the Amalfi Coast. Not only is Sorrento a beautiful city with picturesque marinas, lively piazzas and magnificent churches, but its location is central for day trips … Continue reading →

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