You've been to Italy before? That must be really nice over there.

( She looked ahead as they walked, glad that he felt at least somewhat comfortable to keep talking. In a way she hoped it would jog his memory and help him out. If it didn't... Well, they'd be safe from the rain in no time anyway. )

I don't mind the gray- but I don't like getting wet, either. ( which didn't necessarily mean that she'd throw a fuss about getting caught without an umbrella, but it was also sure to trigger some very unkind thoughts. ) It reminds me of swimming.