Rome slump continues
Before I tell you all the crappy things that have happened on Day 2, let me first say that last night Gillian and I had an amazing meal in her neighborhood. We ate at a sort of artists collective restaurant - artists display their work on the walls and then operate it as a restaurant to pay the bills. Pretty cool concept, ridiculously good food.

OK, Day 2. Woke up to more rain. Heavy rain. And cold rain at that - it's only a few degrees above freezing. Walked outside and was blown away by all fecal matter on the sidewalks. There's tons of it here. In fact, I'm convinced some of it must be human. I mean, there's just not that many dogs here. Seriously.

Walked around, but couldn't really enjoy the scenery because I was too busy avoiding big puddles, crazy drivers and human crap. It was also too wet and cold to pull out my map, so I just kind of guessed where I was going. Ended up in some pretty boring neighborhoods.

Went into a cafe to use the bathroom. Waited for awhile (door was locked) before realizing no one was in it and I needed a key. Went to get the key but another customer had beat me to it. Almost peed my pants while she used the bathroom. Finally got inside. The light was burned out. Had to pee with the door wide open. Then discovered the sink had no taps, only a faucet. Had no clue how to use it. Left the cafe with dirty hands.



Went outside and was immediately soaked by a passing car. And to make matters worse, my nose is running like it was in Amsterdam.

Did see some pretty amazing ancient architecture. Took a tour of a castle and checked out a couple beautiful churches (though I got into another screaming match, this time with a guy at a church looking for a donation.) Also ate a pretty good square of pizza, though it somehow cost over four euros (me getting ripped off again?).

Tonight I'm going to hit the town with Gillian and some of her friends. La dolce vita will be found, I'm sure of it!

Off to buy tissues,

Dan