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LIFESTYLE · June 24, 2011

Photo Friday: A Birthday Dinner in Atrani

Summer Night in Atrani

Yesterday was a whirlwind of a day … and will be a birthday I’ll never forget! The amazing day came to a close in Atrani, where the Tour Guide and I enjoyed an excellent meal at the Ristorante Da Zaccaria overlooking the sea. You can just spot the lights of the restaurant behind the trees on the left side of this photo. The weather was perfect and warm, the fish was very good and the setting … magical! Atrani is so beautiful at night, and I stopped to take this photo on the way to Amalfi for an evening stroll. Thank you to everyone for the sweet birthday wishes and to my family and friends for making it such an incredible day!

Posted In: LIFESTYLE · Tagged: Amalfi, Atrani, Foto Friday, Mia vita

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  1. Mike says

    June 24, 2011 at 18:16

    It looks wonderful Laura! Happy Birthday!

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    • Laura says

      June 26, 2011 at 11:25

      Thank you Mike!! 🙂

      Reply
  2. Linda Lou says

    June 25, 2011 at 18:28

    A belated Happy Birthday Laura-hope it was magical…

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    • Laura says

      June 26, 2011 at 11:22

      Thank you so much, Linda! It was absolutely magical … one of the best ever! 🙂

      Reply
  3. Welshcakes Limoncello says

    June 26, 2011 at 22:07

    Lovely picture. Happy birthday – sorry to be late!

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    • Laura says

      June 27, 2011 at 09:19

      Thanks so much, Pat! 🙂

      Reply
  4. LindyLouMac in Italy says

    June 27, 2011 at 18:59

    It seems I missed your special day while I was away so a Belated Happy Birthday Laura xx

    Reply
    • Laura says

      July 10, 2011 at 18:56

      Thanks for the birthday wishes, Linda! I love stretching my birthday out as long as possible, so you made me smile today! 🙂

      Reply

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