June 25. That’s the day we visited the Jewish Ghetto. Before that, we had class. In World Religions, we discussed Islam, and in International Relations, we had our Model UN. My country was Japan, and I did a resolution on nuclear energy, which I presented to Turkey, Italy, Brazil, Russia, and Nigeria.

After Bronwen and I got lunch, I realized that I was going to have to cover my knees and shoulders if we were going to the Jewish Quarter. I would wear my trusty kimono, but since a bird dropped a present onto it on the day we climbed St. Peter’s Basilica, I didn’t feel comfortable wearing it. I needed a solution to this problem, and fast. Thankfully, there was a little boutique next to the sandwich shop I got lunch from, so I bought a pair of leggings for €8. They fit well, and they were a suitable match for the dress I was wearing that day. I may go back to Postcard Boutique later on this trip.

Devin took us to the Jewish Quarter shortly after I bought the leggings. We visited two synagogues while we were there. The large one had this beautiful square dome on the ceiling that was painted in rainbow colors to represent the rainbow that God sent after the flood. I’ve never been inside a synagogue before this day, and I think they’re gorgeous.

We also took a tour of the Jewish Museum of Rome. My favorite exhibit was the textiles that were used to cover the Torah when not in use.

After seeing the beautiful museum we took a stop at the Church of St. Lawrence. Something I’ve noticed is that all of these churches are really big so everything you say seems amplified.

We got dinner shortly after this. I ordered spaghetti, which was very delicious and had thick noodles. Some people ordered more eccentric meals, such as cow brains. Malachi, who ordered them, described the taste as like the dark meat of a chicken. I wasn’t willing to prove that.

Next, we’re going to see the Vatican Museum. I can’t wait!

Until then,

Summer