We were about to have the time of life, when we got word that KC’s and Jonathan’s cars were towed by the police. Despite a “non-operational permit” from the DMV which allowed us not to register it, and permission from the immediate neighbors, the officer cited us for having a non-registered vehicle parked on city streets.
Despite the pleadings of our dear neighbor, Helena, the cop had the cars impounded. After numerous calls to any one we could think of, and lots of help from Andy, we came to the conclusion we could do NOTHING but pay up when we get back, in excess of one thousand dollars. So much for the spirit of Thanksgiving and for our Christmas budget! grrrrr
Post Script: $1300, plus smogging, and registering them. Don’t get towed.
In 
Just arriving in Montalcino and wanting some connection, we heard Bea talking with her daughter Paige at the outdoor cafe in front of our building. We found out they hailed from Burlington, North Carolina and this was their 10th visit to Montalcino! I took notes when they talked of the “best” of everything we should try. Jim, Bea, Paige, and Michelle shared so much of themselves with us. Paige sings in her UCC choir back home, and was missing Easter too.