Full Moon Fireworks on Canada Day | By DP Photography

Posted on July 2 by Jennifer Avventura

My good friend DP is at it again, if you remember I posted his photos a few weeks ago of the Transit of Venus (he doesn’t disappoint). Last night he spent the night photographing the Canada Day fireworks over Niagara Falls, Canada, and he did a mighty awesome job. These photos have not been edited by me, I did however add the copyright and his initials. He does deserve the credit. I’m very proud of you DP.

So many Canadians in the streets watching the festivities over one of the most beautiful, natural settings our earth has to offer.

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Weekly Photo Challenge: Fleeting Moment 2

Posted on July 2 by Jennifer Avventura

A fleeting fast moment in Sardinia, Italy.

On an afternoon drive we stopped to talk with a local farmer. In the distance I could hear the jingle jangle of bells. It came as a surprise to see about fifty sheep come around the corner. A fleeting moment.

See what others are up to this week here.

When Two Nations Collide | Canada Day & Euro 2012

Posted on July 1 by Jennifer Avventura

Today is the 145th birthday of one of the best nations in the world – Canada.

Happy Canada Day to all my Canadian friends and followers. Enjoy your BBQ’s, burgers and beers.

To my home and native land – I salute you!

To my adoptive home land – In bocca al lupo!

Later this evening Italy takes the stage in the grand final of Euro 2012 against Spain. It’s going to be whopper of a game, a nail-biter, an on-the-edge of your seat, play-by-play game … and I’m going to miss it.

In bocca al lupo Italia! Forza Azzuri. It’s your Cup.

Make this Canadian proud to call you home!

**Click here to read Canada’s beautiful nation anthem. Or, click here to read my post (complete with burgers and flags) from last year’s Canada Day celebrations.

How will you be celebrating these two super festivities today? I’ll be at work …

Weekly Photo Challenge: Fleeting Moment

Posted on July 1 by Jennifer Avventura

In partial shade
a Grecian man sits
strumming his banjo.

A fleeting moment.

“Share a picture that captures a fleeting moment on the street!”

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Italy to the Finals – Euro 2012 | Forza Italia

Posted on June 28 by Jennifer Avventura

Euro 2012 – Italy sunk Germany in tonight’s semi-final match with a 2-1 victory.

Azzuri per sempre! Forza Italia!

I missed the match again tonight had to work. I did enjoy the game from the cheers and chants from a nearby big screen.

It’s your cup Italy! Forza!!

Read my post: Top 7 Shirtless Italian Soccer Players. (It just so happens to be my most popular post … ever!)

I really love soccer, sigh…

Did you watch? Tell me about super Balotelli below.

The Lovely Versatile & Illuminating Blog Award

Posted on June 26 by Jennifer Avventura

It’s been a whirl wind of activity in Sardinia in recent weeks and I haven’t had much time to write or give thanks to those who have thought about me and passed on these prestigious awards, now is the time.

It is with great pleasure that I accept the following four blogging awards from fellow bloggers.

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Forza Italia | Euro Cup 2012

Posted on June 24 by Jennifer Avventura

I missed the game due to work, but managed to catch the last second of action bringing Italy into the semifinals. What joy!

It’s your Cup Italy. Let the chanting begin!

Forza Italia!

Check out my most popular post with over 2,000 hits: Top 7 Shirtless Italian Soccer Players … in my opinion.

Did you watch the game?

Weekly Photo Challenge: Create

Posted on June 23 by Jennifer Avventura

Sardinian Cork Planks from The Gallura

Sardinian cork oak grows in abundance in the northwestern part of the island. The forests are large and breathtaking. The capital of cork in Sardinia is a small mountain town called Calangianus in the province of Olbia-Tempio.

These cork planks will be used to create some fascinating items like: kitchen utensils, serving trays, containers, insulation, spice stands and various souvenirs like: purses, notebooks and postcards.

85% of Italy’s bottled cork comes from the Gallura. Cork oak is first harvested when the tree reaches the age of 25-30 years and then harvested every 10 years after. The lifespan of a cork oak 150 years.

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A Sardinian Full Moon

Posted on June 21 by Jennifer Avventura

“The faults of a superior person are like the sun and moon. They have their faults, and everyone sees them; they change and everyone looks up to them.” – Confucius

What changes have you made to your life lately?

Jennifer Avventura is AWOL

Posted on June 17 by Jennifer Avventura

Ciao tutti!

I’m just writing to let you know I will be AWOL for about a month. I’ve accepted a one month contact with four stars and I’ve recently been working 10 hour shifts. Leaving me very little time for blogging, but a girls gotta do what a girls gotta do.

I’ll be around to ~~stalk~~ read some of your blog posts. I won’t have any new writing material for you in the next month, I really haven’t the time now … I’m crushed.

Who knows … maybe there will be more stories from The Wandering Waitress – A Guide to Traveling the World One Tip at a Time.

Chapter 1 – The Wandering Waitress

Chapter 2 – The Wandering Waitress

(These two chapters have been recently unlocked. I hope you enjoy.)

I will still be participating in the Weekly Photo Challenge and returning emails and comments.

I appreciate all of your comments, advice and kind words.

Thank you for sticking with me.

What are your summer plans?