On to Barcelona, but first . . .

Yes, we have arrived in Barcelona and are happily adjusting to our new environs.  It is a beautiful and lively city and we are enjoying seeing the signs of spring burst forth on the trees right outside our windows.  We are just across from the port and have had fun exploring the waterfront and the beach.  Tom has gone this morning to Carrefour, the European version of Costco, to buy a bike, after our neighbors told him they found some there for 89 euros (about the cost of a week's rental).  We'll see if he comes riding back in a couple of hours or returns on the metro empty handed, but he has certainly been missing his bike, so we hope he has success.
Sierra hasn't had the chance to download any of our Barcelona photos yet, but I know the fans like photos, so I will share a few more from our visit to Boboli Gardens on our last day in Florence.  Hopefully tomorrow I will have some Barcelona shots.