Welcome!
I have a similar story, started my adventure in the 70's, built up then dropped down, then shifted gears from local shops to internet researching, and built up again. Have a designed/dedicated listening room now and for now am content with what I have (98% streaming, 2% ripped CD's).
BTW we made a short visit to Italy last November (Naples, Florence, and Rome). Ate lots of pizza but didn't get inside any sites. Lots of tiny hatchbacks including many Fiat 500's (parking was non-existent). Locals thought it was cold (about 60F), we (from Michigan) were in jackets/sweaters.