By Diana Baur
I am constantly reminded of the importance of being generous.
Italy is a fertile ground for this kind of lesson. In Italy, things are not always so easy. So you rely on the kindness of people and their generous nature at times to accomplish the things you would, in many other countries, take for granted.
That’s not a bad thing. One of the beautiful facets of living in the countryside in Italy is the fact that there are constant reminders of the interdependency of people. It’s connected to values. Italians place a high importance on their relationships with others. Small social contacts on the street are polite and sincere. It’s touching to experience how Italians greet each other. There are immediate questions about members of the family who are ill or have... More...
