So we have had 7 eventful, rainy, ant infested, beautiful days. To end the adventure we went to the market this morning and walk through a miles of scarves, stripped sweaters, very cheap Chinese shoes and water puddles. One more scarf for the road... why not! The girls seem to really enjoy the super bargins on anything shiny. As with most days of this trip, it rained, then poured and socks and shoes where wet.
Luca got drenched when a tarp heaved, there were some extra tears there. Just so you know, Jane and Mike were super gracious by taking Luca for a day so Don and I could escape to Madrid! We had a very good time, drinking coffee, eating meatballs and trying to sleep in between slamming doors and very loud Spanish people. I managed to drag Don on a shopping trip, a walking tour AND a art museum! I am so glad I married a super d duper guy!!!!
The high speed train was also fun, and we got movies! How could life be any better. For this afternoon, we began with lunch at "Bruno's", the boss attempted the "snake trick" but I already jumped 5 feet for that. We will be returning for dessert and coffee after supper - best dessert in the world!
The highlight for me was an hour car ride to the end of Portugal, iterally, the most westerly point of Europe. The cliffs were enourmous and there were huge waves and sea spray.
The water was the most beautiful colour and the waves relentless crashed against the cliffs making sea stacks, caves and sink holes, everything appealing to my rock hounding nature. 
We are now eating our last supper... peanut chicken, Mike's specialty.
It has been an amazing holiday. It was so good to spend time with our "bestest friends" who planned so many fun activities, showed us increadible sites and gave us endlessly fascinating conversation. So sad to leave.
Jennifer (the other twin)
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Awesome report Jen. We are so happy for you guys. Sort of like heaven this side of heaven being with family on a vaction like that
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