A week ago today, it was Blue Monday, supposedly the most depressing day of the year. But, with meteorologists predicting lots of snow today and sub-zero temperatures with the wind chill this week, I’m thinking we all could use a little cheering up. So, today we’re heading to sunny Italy, albeit vicariously, with my daughter, Elise, and her best friend, Abby. The two spent about six weeks there last spring on a study abroad trip for Elise with the University of Michigan-Dearborn, and some fun in the sun for Abby. University of Padua When Elise wasn’t in classes at the University of Padua — the 800-year-old university where Galileo studied and taught — the two explored the incredibly beautiful sights and vibrant culture of Italy. They visited Venice, Florence, Assisi, Cinque Terra, Milan, Rome, Sorrento and Naples. They even flew to Berlin, Germany, to spend a weekend there. Take a…