A's haikus — week 7

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Day 43 • 17 Oct • Naples to Rome

Half an hour in Rome
Before Ben's pocket is picked.
Our day’s in ruins.

Day 44 • 18 Oct • Rome

The Colosseum,
Stone arches decayed by time,
Is gargantuan.

Day 45 • 19 Oct • Rome

“Pizza by the cut”—
That's how the Romans do it.
We like the idea!

Day 46 • 20 Oct • Rome

Lego shop brings joy;
Rubber duck store even more.
We browse but don't buy.

Day 47 • 21 Oct • Rome to Florence

Fort Prenestino:
Tunnels, art and anarchy!
We wander. It's cool.

Day 48 • 22 Oct • Florence

No castorino,
But by the river we find
Adventure instead.

Day 49 • 23 Oct • Florence

Stibbert Museum.
Wealth buys armour, weapons, art.
The craftsmanship awes.

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