Living in another country—Italy, in my case—can be a rich and rewarding experience. But unless you speak the language perfectly, it can also be an obstacle course of words and grammar. Gaffes and faux pas are inevitable, and I’ve committed my fair share—some funny, some awkward, and some just downright embarrassing!
I love words and still make a conscious effort to build my vocabulary, adding delectable new words whenever I come across them. But I recently learned that a large vocabulary isn’t always necessary when it comes to getting your point across.
First you need to know that I live in the woods and I love to explore. Leafy green forests full of shadows and light just captivate me. So it was no surprise that when I came across an intriguing little path through the trees on an old river road, I wandered down it, full of curiosity.
