Village life in north Tuscany is best described with one word, Kindness. Time moves in increments of centuries here and you will appreciate just how short and precious life really is. The steps are steep, the bugs are plenty, and life takes a little more effort in this quiet Italian village. The beauty of this area is easily seen but the real beauty is felt in the actions of the villagers. The genuine smiles are everywhere and even though english is not spoken here people communicate with strangers through attentiveness and generosity. A gift of basil and tomatoes to say hello. Bottles of water on our front step to help bridge the utility gap after a storm. Potatoes and onions to fill our kitchen. Rural Italian life is indeed complicated but all is made simple through kindness.