This week has been busy since landing in Milano. Once I landed, after a less-than-restful 8-hour flight from JFK, I was immediately greeted by Emma. From there, we met another group of girls and traveled by train to Milan. The train was clean and easy, much different from many public transportation systems in the United States. The neighborhood in which the hotel was in was one that I appreciated. It seemed like a family-oriented, quiet, and beautiful community that was filled with mostly natives. Upon arrival, we saw a huge outdoor market with fresh food, bread, and various vintage clothing. Later, I explored the local cafes where I had a coffee and sat outside. Into the evening, I enjoyed some dinner while sitting outside at a local pizza restaurant known well in the area. My introduction to classic Milanese living was a clear depiction of the value of taking life slow and enjoying socializing.