Carnivale!!! What a blast that was! We left Russell with a baby sitter and headed into the beautiful town of Acireale for their annual carnivale. This time of year is full of celebrations in many towns throughout Italy. It is all about dressing the kids up in their favorite costumes, eating all the best food Sicily has to offer, walking the town until your feet fall off, throwing confetti and silly string, riding rides, and staying up until you just can't stay up anymore.

Ruth had her full princess gear on and we headed into the town...
Carnivale is known for its large beautiful floats running up and down the streets all night...

This year wouldn't be a true carnivale without the Michael Jackson float.... he wasn't just a craze in America you know!

Ruth and KK covered in confetti and having a blast...

The girls watching the floats...

At around midnight we sent the girls on the trampoline and a few rides before they finally passed out in the car. Can you believe she was doing this at midnight and still going strong?

What a great memory to leave Sicily with.