I just returned from a quick trip to Italy. It had been 13 years since I left the U.S. so this was long overdue. I boarded the plane in Austin with my girlfriend, a camera, some euros and a boatload of stress. I returned with eight tons of chocolate, a great deal of artistic inspiration and a beautiful fiancé. It could not have been better. Thank you Italy.

I love you, Jennifer. I hope this trip is just one of many adventures we will share together.