It happens every so often. Sometimes you take it in your stride and move on. Sometimes the stupidity gets you cranky. So you arrive at Rome's Fiumicino Airport. You've had the longest walk ever to get to baggage claim and reacquaint yourself with your possessions.
You are looking forward to the castle, nestled in the Umbrian hills, where you hope to be in residence for some weeks; churning out what you hope will be a novel.
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