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I also wish that I had learned Italian like I wanted to but alas I took French in school. It doesn't matter though because even though I used to be able to speak it now from lack of use I have lost...

He's talking about using a felt tip permanent marker. Sharpie is a brand name like Magic Marker. In Italy maybe a Tratto pen. Mark the edge of the blade with it to make it black so that when you go...

There is a lot more to it than you would expect. It sounds like you are being methodical and taking things cautiously. You have a good attitude so stay with it and read up on some ideas.