Woke up early to catch the flight to Rome. Got to the airport a couple minutes after 7am. Glanced down at the tickets and realized that the flight left at 7:05. Luckily the airport was about the size of a house. The pilot waited while we checked in our bags and boarded the plane.

Took a cab to the hotel and passed some of ancient Rome's most incredible sites. I grabbed Emily's leg in awe as we passed the Coliseum. Pictures do not even come close to doing it justice. Dropped off our bags at the hotel and walked to the Piazza De Poppolo (2 minutes from our hotel), a huge courtyard surrounded by statues, with an ancient Egyptian obelisk in the center. Ate lunch at a restaurant recommended by the hotel. Very good pasta. Took a nap.

Ventured past the Spanish Steps (which were unimpressive) to the Trevi Fountain. I can't even begin to describe this awe inspiring site, so I won't try. Here's a picture. Ate a crappy dinner at a restaurant that looked like Olive Garden goes to Disney. Had some wonderful gelato for dessert (from a different restaurant).