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Sulmona and Badia, Italy
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On Saturday and Sunday (1/22 and 1/23), I hooked up with family. I had the proprietor of the hotel call a number I had for relatives here, since they spoke little English and I speak little Italian. Despite popping in with no warning, I was greeted very warmly and fed very very well! Without going into details here, check out the photo album for photos and explanations. Badia, as referenced in the photos, is a small town about five minutes outside of Sulmona. There are farms and some suburban homes and such. My great great grandfather Armidore D'Amato lived and farmed here. Several family members still live in Badia.
Sunday morning, my cousin Carmine took me to an ancient montestary built into the side of the mountain in the National Park of Majella in Badia. His friend, Stefano, is the caretaker who opens the place on Sundays. Sunday, mid-day, I hooked up with my great grandfather's side of the family, checked out some family sights, and had a super lunch.
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