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Tips to keeping seniors safe at home
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afety is a big concern for seniors and their families, especially as more baby boomers are embracing aging at home. Many home updates can help protect senior family members, allowing them to enjoy their homes for many more years.
Security AlArm An alarm system is always a good idea, and many will also connect to fire protection services as well. Sliding patio doors are among the least secure entrances to a home, so install a security bar to resist any type of forced entry into the home. Keep extrA KeyS Secure Many family members of seniors like to have access to a home so they can check on their loved ones. Instead of hiding the keys under a fake rock in the yard, protect them with a key safe. The safe attaches over the door handle for
easy accessibility and requires a four-button push code to reveal the keys. It’s also great for emergency situations if a family member accidentally locks the keys inside the house on a cold night. Security lighting Exterior lights help discourage unwanted guests. Install motionsensor lights if you don’t want them shining all night long, but you might notice nighttime critters like owls and raccoons will set the lights off. protect vAluAbleS Many baby boomers have accumulated a lifetime of treasures. Smaller items like jewelry, credit cards and cash can easily be stored in a portable safe, which is perfect for traveling or even to visit grandchildren. For important legal documents a fire-resistant safe is a good option.
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olunteers needed to serve lunch — that sure sounds easy enough. Well, it is! Hot, nutritious meals are provided to seniors at various locations in our community through the Fond du Lac County Senior Services Department. A wonderful crew of volunteers is what makes it all possible. That is where you come in. We need more volunteers to join the current teams to continue this great service. The lunch program is more beneficial to the recipients that r te just the well-balanced full-course meal. It allows time for folks to m Lock gather with others as they eat. Current volunteer, Marilyn it rds, Luebke, says “I enjoy serving people, welcoming them, and talknd ing with them. It is hard not to look forward to seeing some of the ck- same people every week!� This is a very flexible opportunity for volunteers. Volunteers choose how much time they want to serve; one day a month, two days a month, once a week, or as much as you like. On the weekday the volunteer serves the time is 10:30 a.m. to 1:15 p.m. “Just get out and do some volunteering,� says longtime lunch volunteer Caroline Mueller. “It makes me feel so much better. I have been doing this quite a while and I am very relaxed.� Mike Bugni, another happy lunch volunteer, says “I enjoy my time volunteering. I have been
doing this a while. I set up and get things ready too; it is easy. After everyone is served the volunteers get to sit down and have a free lunch!� Volunteers age 55 and over also qualify for mileage reimbursement through the RSVP (Retired and Senior Volunteer Program). So, let’s listen to Caroline’s advice and “get out and volunteer!� Even if it is just twice a month or once a week, your time is valuable.
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16-1 STAM Satu at R Judg Compiled by the Fond du Lac Area Convention & Visitors Bureau. For detailed information visit fdl.com or call (920) 923-3010. stam begi door 1 • LEGO NIGHT – 4 to 7 p.m. at purchase. Half of the proceeds for the 14 • MEET PRODUCER DINNER – 5:30 and salsa. Call (920) 979-3434. Fee Children's Museum of Fond du Lac scholarship fund. Music, light refresh- p.m. at LaClare Farms, W2994 County ram required. 17 • 75 W. Scott St. Demonstrate creative ments, live auction of items donated 6 • FOREST MALL SPRING INTO Trunk HH, Malone (Pipe). Meet the FDL building and be inspired by a monthly WELLNESS - SENIOR DAY – 9 a.m. to 1 by professional, nationally exhibiting person who produced your meal. 601 M theme and fellow builders. Included artists. p.m. at Forest Mall, 835 W. Johnson Admission charged. cuis with general admission. 9, 16, 23, 30 • FARMERS MARKET – 7 St., Fond du Lac. Free. Annual senior 15 • FAMILY NIGHT – 4 to 7 p.m. at food 1 • UW-FDL SPRING CONCERT – event includes style show, health clin- a.m. to noon, 30 S. Main St. More than Children's Museum of Fond du Lac, 7:30 p.m. at UW-Fond du Lac, 400 ics, activities, vendor fair, bingo, food, 65 vendors sell Wisconsin-grown 75 W. Scott St. Enjoy a night out with 17 • University Dr. UW-Fond du Lac produce, plants, flowers, baked goods, your family with a variety of activi- COM prize giveaways and a grand prize. p.m. chorus, studio musicians and music meats, cheese, crafts, arts, pottery. Must be present to win. ties including board games, pajama Cent theory compositions. 7, 14, 21, 28 • THURSDAY NIGHT DANCE 13 • BUTTERFLIES OF FOND DU LAC parties, and Little Caesar’s Pizza colle 2 • INDOOR FARMERS MARKET – 9 COUNTY – 7 p.m. at Moraine Park LESSONS – 7 to 9 p.m. at Eagles Club, (available for purchase). Activities rum a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at Indoor Farmers 515 N. Park Ave. No partner or experi- Technical College, 235 N. National included with general admission. welc Market, 90 S. Main St. Crafts, honey, Ave. Mike Reese, educator and botaence needed. Intermediate lesson at Sponsored by Lakeside Evening 17 • maple syrup, meats and baked goods. nist, has explored Wisconsin’s natural Kiwanis. 8 p.m. Styles include ballroom, Latin, SPRI 4, 11, 18, 25 • MONDAY NIGHT DANCE areas with his camera in pursuit of swing and salsa. Fee required. 15 • GENERATIONS – 5 to 8 p.m. at Bapt LESSONS – 7 to 9 p.m. at Fond du butterflies for over 25 years. Mike 8 • ART MOMENTUM – 5 to 8 p.m. at Share Fine Art Galleries, 228 S. Feat Lac Senior Center, 151 E. First St. makes extensive information about UW-Fond du Lac, 400 University Dr. Military Rd. Works of art by the state No partner or experience needed. Wisconsin butterflies, tiger beetles, Original and juried art event held FDL Senior Center, Share Fine Art 23 • Intermediate lesson at 8 p.m. Styles and robber flies available online at in the university commons. Student Galleries watermedia classes and a.m. include ballroom, Latin, swing wisconsinbutterflies.org. art work on display and available for Oakfield High School students.
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16-17 • WISCOPEX 2015 (POSTAGE STAMP SHOW) – 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday at Retlaw Plaza Hotel, 1 N. Main St. Judged stamp exhibits, dealers, free stamp collection appraisals, seminars, beginners room for youth and adults, door prizes. Free parking on hotel ramp levels 4-7. 17 • GREEK FEST – 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at FDL County Fairgrounds Expo Center, 601 Martin Ave. Authentic Greek cuisine, music and dancing. American food, kids games and raffles. 17 • FOND DU LAC LIONS & LIONESS COMMUNITY MARKET – 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. at FDL County Fairgrounds Expo Center, 601 Martin Ave. Antiques, collectibles, beauty products, crafts, rummage, and more. Vendors welcome. Visit fonddulaclions.org. 17 • FOND DU LAC WOMEN'S CHORUS SPRING CONCERT – 2 p.m. at Memorial Baptist Church, 645 Forest Ave. Featuring songs about American states and cities. 23 • SALUTE THE TROOPS RACE – 6 a.m. registration at Lakeside Park,
555 N. Park Ave. Half marathon and a 5K run/walk. The 5K race is within Lakeside Park, the 1/2 marathon uses the park, city streets, and parts of the Fond du Lac Loop recreation trail. Food, fun, games, and prizes. 25 • MEMORIAL DAY PARADE AND CEREMONY – 10 a.m. at Veterans Park, 200 S. Main St. Parade will begin on the corner of Guindon Blvd. and S. Main St., proceeding north to Veterans Park. Ceremony following the parade. 30 • BBQ 4 ASTOP – 8 a.m. at Breezy Hill Campground, N4177 Cearns Ln. Professional and amateur barbecue competition. Kids can also participate in their own category. Registration charged. 30 • BIRKY CHALLENGE bicycle ride – 6:30 a.m. registration at Grace Christian Church - Word of Faith, 1596 Fourth St. Three road routes to choose from, 67, 40, and 20 miles. Scenic route with rest stops every 12 miles. Food and water supplied at rest stops, vehicle SAG support and professional bike mechanics along the route. Registration charged.
Bird Watching International Migratory Bird Day April 1-2, 6 p.m. at Camelot Business Park, 28 Camelot Dr. Expect to see waterfowl, woodcocks, song birds and bats. April 2, 9 a.m. at Greenway Arboretum, 55 N. Pioneer Rd. Park on west side of Pick & Save parking lot. Expect to see migrant song birds, indigo buntings, kingfisher, bank swallows, Nashville warbler, ruby crowned kinglet, flicker, phoebe, red tailed hawk and more. Walk leader is Terry Leasa. April 2, 1 p.m. at Lakeside Park, 555 N. Park Ave. Bird hike in Lakeside Park to follow spring migrants traveling along the shoreline, water fowl, including pelicans, cormorants, terns, yellow warbler, red breasted grosbeak and more. Walk leader is Terry Leasa.
Horicon Marsh Bird Festival
April 8-11, Horicon Marsh Education & Visitor Center, N7725 Highway 28, Horicon View birds at the peak of the spring migration. Enjoy the photo contest, habitat birding bus and boat tour, sightseeing tour by boat, night sounds bus tour, first light birding bus tour and more.
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Dave Candlish
enjoys crafting bird and doll houses in his retirement
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etirement means different things to different people. Fond du Lac native, Dave Candlish, 76, uses his God-given talents to create unique dollhouses and unusual bird houses. A life-long resident of Fond du Lac, Dave graduated from Goodrich High School (now Fond du Lac High School) in June 1956 and then joined the U.S. Navy. He received an honorable discharge in1959 and married Diana in 1961. Dave’s work history involves many positions — from working at a local broom factory, construction work, driving an ambulance, working at Giddings and Lewis — and even helping his father, Dave Candlish Sr., at Candlish Funeral Home (now known as Mach Funeral Chapel & Crematory). Dave eventually finished his working career when he retired in 2001, after
24 years with the Fond du Lac School District. But before he officially retired, Dave commented he had made a few woodworking projects. But it really took off after his
retirement. He admitted the only experience in that field was in high school when he took woodworking and drafting classes. As a youngster, he looked to his father and grandfather as his mentors, and acquired some of his bigger tools from them. In his workshop, he has a special table, and other tools of the trade, namely a table saw, jointer and planer, jig saw, drill press, scroll saw, router accessories and hand tools. Dave has some special patterns and gets additional ideas from magazines and pictures. He has no preference of building bird houses to dollhouses. He quipped, “Anything to keep me busy!” The dollhouses he makes almost always come from kits, which can be purchased at hobby stores. The largest doll house he completed
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was three feet, with three stories high, where the smallest one was 2 feet by 2 feet. Dave puts actual wallpaper in the rooms and will custom paint the colors of the house for the recipient's desires. He estimates he has completed at least two dozen dollhouses and added, “I work on the big ones in the winter months. Those are winter projects.” Dave has also made miniature log cabins from his own creative designs. He has even made a six-foot grandmother (not a typo) clock of oak wood, which is proudly displayed in his living room. He stated it is a bit smaller than a grandfather clock.Over the years, Dave has donated two dollhouses, a miniature barn, several bird houses, bird feeders and suet feeders for the auctions at his church for their fall bazaars. The smallest bird houses Dave has made are 5-6 inches tall, and up to a two-story bird house. A simple bird house can be completed in about half an hour, while a detailed one can take much longer, “depending on the details,” he explained. Dave does not belong to any woodworking club or subscribe to any elated publications, but gets a lot of ideas from craft stores, magazine
pictures and ideas from other people. By his own admission, he has never entered any competition or received any awards for his work. Yet, Dave's creations are unique and awesome. He has given some of his completed projects as gifts but also takes special orders. He humbly said, “If a person would want something specific, all they would have to do is show me a picture and describe in detail what they would like,” and then he will put on his creative hat and do his best to make that person happy. Dave can be reached at (920) 922-7444. Both Dave and Diana are active members and volunteers of the Church of Peace, volunteering for the rummage sales, turkey dinners and fall bazaars. In the past 10 years, both of them have volunteered at Peninsula State Park, working in the Nature Center and helping the youth with their craft projects. Dave also pitches in at the local Salvation Army and can be counted on as a willing and helpful volunteer for a multitude of tasks. “I want to keep going as long as I can,” referring to his present lifestyle, which includes volunteering, making dollhouses and bird houses, reading mystery stories, and traveling. He and Diana have been to all 50 states, many Canadian provinces, Iceland, and many European countries. “We’ve even been to Cuba,” said Dave, before U.S. citizens were offered the opportunity that they have now. Dave and Diana Candlish are parents to Lisa and Mark. Their family includes five grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. ✦
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❚ LIFE ❚ LOVE ❚ LOSS ❚ LEGACY
FUNERAL & ESTATE PLANNING
Estate planning: The revocable trust Isabell M. Mueller, attorney
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trust is a legal arrangement under which there are three primary roles: the grantor, who is the creator of the trust, the trustee, who manages the property owned by the trust, and the beneficiary, for whose benefit the trust exists. The creator of the trust may also be referred to as the donor or the settlor. Depending upon the purpose of the trust, these three positions may be held by a single party, or they may be held by three separate parties. It is also possible for a single trust to have more than one grantor, more than one trustee and more than one beneficiary. Once a trust is created, it is capable of owning property. It may even have its own tax payer identification number and be required to file income tax returns. There are many different types of trusts, differentiated from one another by the purpose for which they were created. Probably the most common type of trust is the revocable trust, also called the living trust. The primary purpose of a revocable trust is to provide a means of settling the grantor’s financial affairs upon his or her death in a manner that does not involve the probate process. The grantor serves as
the trustee of the revocable trust, and during his or her lifetime, is the only beneficiary. In Wisconsin, a married couple can create one joint revocable trust for the both of them. The trust document itself contains instructions as to how the grantor’s assets are to be divided after his or her death, and also names a successor trustee. The assets owned by the trust avoid probate because although the grantor may have died, the trust itself continues to exist. The successor trustee receives his or her authority and instructions from the trust agreement, not the probate court. The successor trustee’s duties, however, are essentially the same as those of the personal representative of a probate estate in that he or she has to pay the final taxes, expenses and debts of the
The primary purpose of a revocable trust is to provide a means of settling the grantor’s financial affairs upon his or her death in a manner that does not involve the probate process.
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deceased and then distribute the balance of the trust assets to the beneficiaries according to the grantor’s instructions. Once this is done, the trust is terminated. Simply creating a revocable trust is not enough to avoid probate. Rather, after the trust has been created, the grantor’s assets should in some manner be coordinated with the trust. With some assets, such has real estate, automobiles, bank accounts or nonqualified investment accounts, this will mean changing the actual title to the trust. The grantor does not lose any ownership or control of these assets because although the trust owns the assets, the grantor owns the trust. With other assets, such as life insurance, IRA, 401(k) or annuities, the beneficiary designations will be changed, not the title. In some instances, however, the beneficiary designations should not be changed at all. Coordinating the assets with the trust is a detail oriented process and should always be undertaken carefully. It is important to note, however, that while a revocable trust can be quite useful, it is not necessarily the best choice for everyone. Consultation with an estate planning professional is necessary to determine whether or not a revocable trust is the best fit.
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An orange sticker can save a life Managing Chronic Conditions Ramon Pajarillo, physician
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espite continuing efforts to educate the public, misconceptions and inaccuracies about organ and tissue donation persist. It’s important to learn the facts about organ, eye and tissue donation, so you can make an informed decision about becoming a potential donor. Currently more than 123,000 men, women and children are awaiting organ transplants to save their lives. Thousands more are in need of tissue and cornea transplants to restore their mobility and sight. Transplantation is one of the most remarkable success stories in the history of medicine. However, the need for organs and tissue is Dr. Ramon Pajarillo is a family medicine vastly greater than the supply. physician at Aurora Health Center in Fond Transplantation gives hope to thoudu Lac, 210 Wisconsin American Drive. sands of people with organ failure He can be reached at (920) 907-7000. and provides many others with active SUBMITTED PHOTO and renewed lives. The Wisconsin Donor Registry opened about five years ago. In adprocess, so registering online today dition to having the orange sticker ensures that a person’s wishes will on your license, you are encouraged be honored immediately. to register on the Wisconsin Anyone older than age 15½ Donor Registry at: who holds a Wisconsin drivYesIWillWisconsin.com er’s license or State idenAlthough you can tification card can regregister at the ister. Signing up on the Department of online registry means Transportation/ you authorize the gift Division of Motor of your organs, tissues YesIWillWisco Vehicles when reand eyes upon your nsin.com newing your license death for the purposes or ID, Wisconsin has of transplantation, rean eight-year renewal search and education.
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Weekly workshop set for June 16 – July 21, 1-3:30 p.m., Moraine Park Technical College in Fond du Lac Those struggling with chronic health issues can learn ways to cope with these challenges and improve their quality of life. Entitled “Living Well with Chronic Conditions,” the workshop empowers those living with arthritis, heart problems, asthma, stroke, pain, osteoporosis, diabetes, obesity, high blood pressure and cancer. The workshop will meet once a week for six weeks. Two trained leaders will cover the following topics: ● Symptom management ● Dealing with emotions such as anger and depression
● Goal setting and problem solving ● Improving nutrition and developing a suitable exercise program ● Medication management ● Breathing exercises and managing stress ● Communicating with family, friends and health care professionals Space is limited, registration is required by calling Marion at (920) 929-3114. The free annual workshop is sponsored by Fond du Lac County Senior Services & All About Life Rehabilitation Center.
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Limited Medicare coverage when traveling abroad GWAAR Legal Services Team
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hether visiting friends and family or exploring new exotic destinations, travel is something most people eagerly anticipate. However, it is advisable to check with one’s insurance coverage before heading out on that next excursion. Medicare coverage outside the U.S. is extremely limited. Outside the U.S. means anywhere other than the 50 states, District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, U.S. Virgin Islands, Guam, American Samoa, and Northern Mariana Islands. In most situations, Medicare will not cover medical services provided outside the U.S. Medicare will, however, cover Medicarecovered services in foreign hospitals in 3 limited situations: ● Individual is in the U.S. and experiences a medical emergency and the foreign hospital is closer than the nearest U.S. hospital that can treat the illness or injury. ● Individual lives in the U.S. and the foreign hospital is closer to home than the nearest U.S. hospital that can treat the condition — regardless of whether it’s an emergency.
● Individual is traveling through Canada without an unreasonable delay by the most direct route between Alaska and another state when there is a medical emergency and the Canadian hospital is closer than the nearest U.S. hospital. Foreign hospitals are not required to submit claims to Medicare for a patient. If someone receives services in a foreign hospital, they should submit a copy of that bill to Medicare for processing. Medicare also covers medically necessary health care services received on a cruise ship when the doctor is allowed under law to provide medical services on the cruise ship, and the ship is in a U.S. port or no more than 6 hours away from a U.S. port when services are received. Conversely, if the ship is more than 6 hours from a U.S. port, services will not be covered. Medigap policies may offer additional coverage for medical services provided outside of the U.S. Some Medigap policies will provide foreign travel emergency health care coverage. Plans that do offer this type of coverage will typically pay 80 percent of the billed services after the
yearly deductible is met. There are of course other limitations and exceptions to coverage with Medigap policies, so it important for travelers to check with their insurance agent before going abroad. Medicare Advantage plans may also offer coverage for health care services provided outside of the U.S. Again, coverage may be limited, if it is available at all. Reviewing the yearly summary of benefits is advisable if a person is relying on an Advantage plan for international coverage. Veterans or member of a veteran’s family may have coverage outside of the U.S. Reimbursed medical care for U.S. veterans residing or traveling in Canada and other foreign countries, however, is typically limited to treatment for VA-rated, service-connected disabilities only. Nonetheless, there may be additional coverage through veteran’s health insurance policies such as TRICARE. Lastly, travel insurance is an option one should consider for medical coverage outside of the U.S. However, not all travel insurance includes health coverage.
Fond du Lac County Senior Dining Menu MAY 1 Meatballs in Honey Mustard Sauce, Baby Red Potatoes, Baby Carrots, Applesauce Cake, Plum Halves*, Sliced Bread
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MAY 12 Beef Stew, Tossed Salad, Fruited Gelatin, Frosted Cake*, Cheddar Biscuit
MAY 20 Chicken, Broccoli, & Rice Casserole, Green Beans, Pineapple Tidbit, Cinnamon Roll*, Sliced Bread
MAY 4 Salisbury Steak, Mashed Potatoes, Calif. Blend Veg., Peach Slices, Cinnamon Roll*, Sliced Bread
MAY 13 Baked Chicken, Twice Bk Style Pot., Three Bean Salad, Peanut Butter Cook., Honeydew Melon*, Sliced Bread
MAY 21 Meatloaf, Baked Potato, Pickled Beet Salad, Butterscotch Pud., Peach Slices*, Dinner Roll
MAY 5 Lasagna Casserole, Italian Blend Vegetables, Rainbow Sherbet, Seedless Grapes*, French Bread
MAY 14 Smoked Sausage, Baby Red Potatoes, Peas and Carrots, Pear Slices, Ice Cream Cup*, Onion Rye Roll
MAY 6 Ham Rolls, Squash, Cole Slaw, Applesauce, Cookie*, Sliced Bread MAY 7 Chicken Breast, Mashed Potatoes, Carrots, Birthday Cake, Fruited Gelatin*, Dinner Roll MAY 8 Crispy Fish Fillet, Cheesy Potato Bake, Broccoli Cuts, Pineapple Tidbits, Fudge Brownie*, Sliced Bread MAY 11 BBQ Pork Cutlet, Baked Potato, Mixed Vegetables, Key Lime Pie, Fruit Cocktail*, Sliced Bread
MAY 15 Country Fried Steak, Mashed Potatoes, Corn, Choc. Cloud Torte, Apple Slices*, Sliced Bread MAY 18 Glazed Ham, Sweet Potato Bake, Peas & Pearl Onions, Mand. Orange Gel., Cookie*, Sliced Bread MAY 19 Swedish Meatballs, Mashed Potatoes, Spinach Salad with Rasp. Vinaigrette, Pumpkin Cake, Plum Halves*, Dinner Roll
MAY 22 Pork Jaegerschnitzel, Mashed Potatoes, Summer Blend Veg., Cantaloupe Slice, Fudge Brownie*, Sliced Bread
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MAY 27 Baked Chicken, Twice Bk Style Pot., Copper Penny Salad, Vanilla Pudding, Pear Slices*, Sliced Bread MAY 28 Chili Casserole, Tossed Salad, Fruited Gelatin, Frosted Cake*, Cornbread MAY 29 Hawaiian Meatballs, Baby Red Potatoes, Mixed Vegetables, Coconut Cream Pie, Petite Banana*, Sliced Bread
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Italy – simply charming! Valerie Graczyk, travel writer
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Wis. To celebrate we spent four days in Assisi, home of St. Francis and St. Clair. Our time included day trips to Siena, and Perugia. The remainder of the tour included travels to the Isle of Capri and staying in Sorrento on the Amalfi Coast. This was a part of Italy we had not explored and I was eager to enjoy the beauty of the coastal towns. When Wayne and I create a tour we strive to take the best of what we have experienced previously and adding on something new to keep it fresh. As we left the beauty of the coast we traveled to Rome. Rome is a big city filled with historic sites such as Trevi Fountain, the Coliseum, St. Peter’s Basilica, the Sistine Chapel and the Forum. To view photos of our tour go to somedaytravel.com. Wishing you safe travels wherever you go.
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