United States vs. Siena

* Italians don't use dryers. That's why you always see pictures of clothes hanging out windows - that's how the do it.

* Siena is very health-conscious. Everything is organic. :)

* It is an ITALIAN LAW that you HAVE to recycle...everything. (wish more countries were like this!)

* Peanut butter is 5 euro for 8 oz. I will not be eating peanut butter for the next 4 months.

* EVERY guy that walks down the street is attractive. I'm not kidding! My apartment-mate asked, "Where do they keep all the ugly ones?" Guess what? There aren't any! :)

* Italian men are really not as forward as everyone thinks. Honestly, I'd say that they are comparable to the men I have been around in the States.

* NO ONE is overweight here....maybe 1 out of every 500 Italians I've seen.

* Stores shut down from 1-3ish every afternoon for siesta! (I thought that was only Spain & Latin/Central America!)

* On Friday and Satruday nights, Sienese spend their time walking & socializing in the streets - moreso than in pubs, bars or clubs.

* Sienese have a wide variety of dogs which they walk any time during the day. I think I am going to start a photo series of dogs & their owners...when I know a little more Italian. :)

* Italian and Spanish really are very similar....so maybe I'll mix the two. :P

* You are not required to tip. But, you do have to ask for your check when in a restaurant.

* THERE IS NO SALES TAX ON ANYTHING!!! :)

* The gelato here is *amazing*!