tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-74022476350067016502024-03-04T20:39:33.790-08:00Leukemia Fighter! (CML); I Am Dancing and Traveling My Way ThroughThis sure wasn't in my plan, but it is my journey!
To follow my story be sure to go to my first post as I am attempting to write this blog chronologically. Blog Archives are on the lower right hand side of the blog.Michelehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18185513255737012093noreply@blogger.comBlogger574125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7402247635006701650.post-37802435945215193742023-05-09T11:20:00.005-07:002023-05-09T11:21:34.505-07:00Palm de Mallorca <p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjCsOF0tnFXrRALG3OEQ6JrAmKszieh67iojn6SdT8ro0-eJXbF7WSbNvG528W-N1U8Wx0ZiTDtVC7_atRQKVfuxnyixjkSnKM3ctjBMW15uXSM81b02jRKyQdFnpd5oYc4Skvnc4V9OVw3GCvFpNo-Jmg35Bsf32LqGPAph2elEYkR6CewhyxJAFE3/s4032/IMG_8206.jpeg" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjCsOF0tnFXrRALG3OEQ6JrAmKszieh67iojn6SdT8ro0-eJXbF7WSbNvG528W-N1U8Wx0ZiTDtVC7_atRQKVfuxnyixjkSnKM3ctjBMW15uXSM81b02jRKyQdFnpd5oYc4Skvnc4V9OVw3GCvFpNo-Jmg35Bsf32LqGPAph2elEYkR6CewhyxJAFE3/s320/IMG_8206.jpeg" width="240" /></a></div><br />Palma is the capital city of Mallorca, and was founded by the Romans in 123 BC. There is a massive Cathedral, the Santa Maria, which is Gothic in design, and closed when we got there! The closed churches and cathedrals in Spain have been quite a surprise to me, as in the past, all of the churches and cathedrals, in Europe, have been open, no matter what time we arrived.The fortress on the other hand was open, and we enjoyed it immensely.<p></p><p>The Almudaina is a Moorish-style fortress that was converted to a royal residence. The views from every window were stunning, and the breeze flowing through them was so refreshing; it made me smile!</p><p>It might even be my favorite fortress of all time, due to its location.</p><p><br /></p><p>After traipsing around the fortress, we continued to mosey around the alleyways and streets surrounding the fortress, and had the best mango gelato I have ever eaten.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEibLNdIUsrWLLWwbBr_gvhxQAjIB54g_ZaeVevzuOuvxgIww-hG_ktb5R-yPhkJSsUFgbNVzjN-QZoRKa6EyJMJ9maWfydj0K8gi7XmFWHnKn5mtNflKE6Xjg6cwR_LNPW6c6YC5w_8bd8VyIu86wu35X4vPVRiiCHivw8jmM_8rGDHNeB-VTfP1XHo/s4608/IMG_4553.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3456" data-original-width="4608" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEibLNdIUsrWLLWwbBr_gvhxQAjIB54g_ZaeVevzuOuvxgIww-hG_ktb5R-yPhkJSsUFgbNVzjN-QZoRKa6EyJMJ9maWfydj0K8gi7XmFWHnKn5mtNflKE6Xjg6cwR_LNPW6c6YC5w_8bd8VyIu86wu35X4vPVRiiCHivw8jmM_8rGDHNeB-VTfP1XHo/s320/IMG_4553.jpeg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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she was always, kind, friendly, prompt, caring and attentive. We just fell in love with her, and we were all sad that this would be our last meal “together”.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="text-align: left;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgpUjxaGIUxC2PPgfUITOWmWJl9aw2UEC9MU1HcnQfnw_levMlsGKFrvRGOunSmJAIb_-z-jOOq3B5jq8Vkgv4aABRfJ18fFX58mwL8xZhctjyIV6qnch4SEZIZQVD5sKOvTJ6UUoNp8A3a8x3do7xrNz0ZaSY6pel0nxY9UFkpl0XAGvne5vYdWtX3/s4032/IMG_8268.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgpUjxaGIUxC2PPgfUITOWmWJl9aw2UEC9MU1HcnQfnw_levMlsGKFrvRGOunSmJAIb_-z-jOOq3B5jq8Vkgv4aABRfJ18fFX58mwL8xZhctjyIV6qnch4SEZIZQVD5sKOvTJ6UUoNp8A3a8x3do7xrNz0ZaSY6pel0nxY9UFkpl0XAGvne5vYdWtX3/s320/IMG_8268.jpeg" width="240" /></a></div><p>After the last supper, we had to pack, since we had to be off of the ship by 8:30 am, (for those of you that know me, you know what a hardship that is!) and upon opening my suitcase, I found a Covid test. I figured, why not? It might explain while I have been a little more tired than “normal”, along with the sneezing and runny nose; I took the test and BAM! it immediately turned positive, 🤬😠 which isn’t a huge surprise, on one hand, but a huge surprise on the other.</p><p>I figured that by this time, I have earned a positive Covid test since I have pretty much been traveling throughout the last two years, without getting Covid. While I am not thrilled, I am kinda’ stoked to be coming home with some new Covid immunity!</p><p>Now, to hit the hay and continue onward, fully masked and avoiding people, to Barcelona.</p><p>Another reminder to seize the day!</p><p><br /></p><p><span style="text-align: center;"> FaceBook: </span><a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/1231868863613342" style="text-align: center;">CML: A Place for Hope and Humor</a></p><p style="text-align: center;">Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/cmlmichele">https://www.instagram.com/cmlmichele</a></p><p style="text-align: center;">Email: CMLMichele59@gmail.com</p><p><br /></p>Michelehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18185513255737012093noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7402247635006701650.post-56186575058910862772023-05-06T09:28:00.005-07:002023-05-06T09:30:24.856-07:00Ibiza, Spain<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjy89yGihG--0W0yj4GfgtWYxNQcZb2Hdytf8jMUjMY1_ki9s0N1qUpiNfctE08BDH3T7KEROf1vLomr-8W7kmWTEg2mCdYSQ_gduqk1_iKb4K3YOyKQi3AWUgpDahX2EsPXtur4tQ_rR1azU9ZwVYjmb5D5xZGvC_5W7M2mMQpH0lrjGyp1X_mHjSP/s4032/IMG_8067.jpeg" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjy89yGihG--0W0yj4GfgtWYxNQcZb2Hdytf8jMUjMY1_ki9s0N1qUpiNfctE08BDH3T7KEROf1vLomr-8W7kmWTEg2mCdYSQ_gduqk1_iKb4K3YOyKQi3AWUgpDahX2EsPXtur4tQ_rR1azU9ZwVYjmb5D5xZGvC_5W7M2mMQpH0lrjGyp1X_mHjSP/s320/IMG_8067.jpeg" width="240" /></a></div><br />Today we are in Ibiza, Spain. Another island, off the coast of Spain. The beaches are both sandy and rugged, and the hillside are covered in fig and olive trees. There is a 16th century “castle” which is now filled with shops.<p></p><p>We were told that the people of Ibiza party morning, noon and night. We grabbed a taxi, and headed to the beach, along the way, we saw many areas where salt, apparently used to cure fish in Norway, was gathered. Our taxi driver’s father worked at there, and even restored the first steam engine.</p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p>The beach was lovely, and the water very inviting, but since we were not “beach prepared” we just walked in the water, and on the sand, and enjoyed listening to the sounds of the sea.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgYgaKaoeBEvDOLoROylzV_rDbhWVN-6QMZ3ZWJ6Oi-9qjgJZOsTKb2DGl_Uw7CM6Mx8He5Z4fc-RNZmXdz8fr0a-c5ZrU8bVZnM_568H8XYgmCcyeO7Kx0QUk7k2kT4qHq7BoH6YOBy_8zV0PTxSMT9K5goIsYfV8scyDCK2qjtIWu9_69gl49Rrcv/s4032/IMG_8064.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgYgaKaoeBEvDOLoROylzV_rDbhWVN-6QMZ3ZWJ6Oi-9qjgJZOsTKb2DGl_Uw7CM6Mx8He5Z4fc-RNZmXdz8fr0a-c5ZrU8bVZnM_568H8XYgmCcyeO7Kx0QUk7k2kT4qHq7BoH6YOBy_8zV0PTxSMT9K5goIsYfV8scyDCK2qjtIWu9_69gl49Rrcv/s320/IMG_8064.jpeg" width="240" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiRj4kI94RNx4f93ElCWO8jVV4PisN_LShzEqexLNv3p0tnUd9tq9jzTJyCJOJNxszGCwnsnFoVIaqJXlsSzXeU5pcS3q2_teWx03kc5BXcmrjWmx8BFE5EboS6HymMq4JfsVhLonS-FxV6BFYIPYYMM1Z8yZF810XqPyAIP_pt4ME1_5GqgPZmLR9r/s4032/IMG_8088.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiRj4kI94RNx4f93ElCWO8jVV4PisN_LShzEqexLNv3p0tnUd9tq9jzTJyCJOJNxszGCwnsnFoVIaqJXlsSzXeU5pcS3q2_teWx03kc5BXcmrjWmx8BFE5EboS6HymMq4JfsVhLonS-FxV6BFYIPYYMM1Z8yZF810XqPyAIP_pt4ME1_5GqgPZmLR9r/s320/IMG_8088.jpeg" width="240" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgOnqUSaZMlX0qeRAItjCqe_CqoQJ-8UPYgVrOC6KRgfjTtO5k1zSDaJidPhbq96YGWqOp1T7Pb4u5gmy52hE0rRWn3GWcCn57Hs8kfE0E-D0yzKFTxZczByVFA3lXF7_HB_DL5DLgn01CFOyAzYKiC45VZqquo2Xm1HrgDDGphvyvdL2ZOYgUafy0E/s4608/IMG_4439.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3456" data-original-width="4608" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgOnqUSaZMlX0qeRAItjCqe_CqoQJ-8UPYgVrOC6KRgfjTtO5k1zSDaJidPhbq96YGWqOp1T7Pb4u5gmy52hE0rRWn3GWcCn57Hs8kfE0E-D0yzKFTxZczByVFA3lXF7_HB_DL5DLgn01CFOyAzYKiC45VZqquo2Xm1HrgDDGphvyvdL2ZOYgUafy0E/s320/IMG_4439.jpeg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjERy14xEJ5vRWdIEa_VuYsPn1_7bPO72flbZyb0GR4VQpLB_DQj8Kp3tOrrktnNEKddMgoq5_tgkgXJrirngxqE3G3MMob3_3dRmVP69AoaQfvEu-A7f3omUzY5tTWqrTdUme23bRhMqoYqCyxCk2JWIlWcH7NRncGX8Df2hNGx0VCUGPLwSEE3Q3z/s4608/IMG_4441.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3456" data-original-width="4608" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjERy14xEJ5vRWdIEa_VuYsPn1_7bPO72flbZyb0GR4VQpLB_DQj8Kp3tOrrktnNEKddMgoq5_tgkgXJrirngxqE3G3MMob3_3dRmVP69AoaQfvEu-A7f3omUzY5tTWqrTdUme23bRhMqoYqCyxCk2JWIlWcH7NRncGX8Df2hNGx0VCUGPLwSEE3Q3z/s320/IMG_4441.jpeg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi5y7xyjA9FbX_8QfdXLOrPI5Tkavo08IIgxl7pFgQd_Owt7WfzUNeOXaPiY_Ay_KBH0R2m9k79UwDP-Wm1S04E1ssaHA9lw6GWM0yOl5Fgf201PATWlG7OI3mC9pnVYMgquP8j5rS2rH4BMxtkhHCJF6IaReN0LePePLkHBzwHk2xfeaCgBK8xH8UQ/s4608/IMG_4459.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3456" data-original-width="4608" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi5y7xyjA9FbX_8QfdXLOrPI5Tkavo08IIgxl7pFgQd_Owt7WfzUNeOXaPiY_Ay_KBH0R2m9k79UwDP-Wm1S04E1ssaHA9lw6GWM0yOl5Fgf201PATWlG7OI3mC9pnVYMgquP8j5rS2rH4BMxtkhHCJF6IaReN0LePePLkHBzwHk2xfeaCgBK8xH8UQ/s320/IMG_4459.jpeg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="text-align: left;">After the beach, we headed back to “Old Town” and the Castle of Ibiza, where I find a lovely silver ring, and some pretty great mango gelato. It was a fairly uneventful day, but nice to be able to say “I have been to Ibiza”!</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="text-align: left;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="text-align: left;"><p><span style="text-align: center;"> FaceBook: </span><a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/1231868863613342" style="text-align: center;">CML: A Place for Hope and Humor</a></p><p style="text-align: center;">Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/cmlmichele">https://www.instagram.com/cmlmichele</a></p><p style="text-align: center;">Email: CMLMichele59@gmail.com</p></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="text-align: left;"> </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh-Fr8Uz1i0bH45upZ5zkqDzw35rIhl4_HAz58i1UJ4KaVPuCBAOz04UnOeGdn_Y1MJ87GeSzwN74K2A_B1z0HCe8dNQQIvc9OGmD6OCOkNMeopVxZ5ey_JF3yb9tnMWqfE8W3jvlTgQ-CsxFBZlBl9i1EtwLaJmjisYW6sMycppCNuK8XzxbXXqqPs/s4608/IMG_4466.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; 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Reading books and playing games.</p><p>Today, we went to Motril, Spain. We took a shuttle bus to the “Old Town”, and walked around, a bit. There was an old church, but it was closed; I am quite shocked that every church we have come upon, has been closed. This has never happened, in Europe, before.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjuJCdqPcD7UVTj13QUTloKj7eyx-mwDatsD5-isdVDHbnuaWD46dJEx_TMiH9fn-NYS6IP0fvOx-3PvQBZiU6S2Wt_UP2GWjfFac5XxzKpunovQGCPJo2uGnbIJV84drnT767472kloDEq11b0QoXFSPHXBy56RQ6SVH9FBY4CIcYFn7ueFU87RXf8/s4608/IMG_4403.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4608" data-original-width="3456" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjuJCdqPcD7UVTj13QUTloKj7eyx-mwDatsD5-isdVDHbnuaWD46dJEx_TMiH9fn-NYS6IP0fvOx-3PvQBZiU6S2Wt_UP2GWjfFac5XxzKpunovQGCPJo2uGnbIJV84drnT767472kloDEq11b0QoXFSPHXBy56RQ6SVH9FBY4CIcYFn7ueFU87RXf8/s320/IMG_4403.jpeg" width="240" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg-eG6_OizZ5dm0mTcOiym6iS354TpPiW9qyh5c3bMKMaQjdlrMr2NyZ3CoVdMSlo-TcZjk4OvRqa1lFqo7HhtgfyYdMJXCzwMgWcsx8FWTVQflEgddzi68ILbja7koTTOPq3L3l94q8zlWaRhQcV-OfCzWzyBhP-UFnoOgtZxMewsURBgzIsSoulha/s4608/IMG_4409.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4608" data-original-width="3456" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg-eG6_OizZ5dm0mTcOiym6iS354TpPiW9qyh5c3bMKMaQjdlrMr2NyZ3CoVdMSlo-TcZjk4OvRqa1lFqo7HhtgfyYdMJXCzwMgWcsx8FWTVQflEgddzi68ILbja7koTTOPq3L3l94q8zlWaRhQcV-OfCzWzyBhP-UFnoOgtZxMewsURBgzIsSoulha/s320/IMG_4409.jpeg" width="240" /></a></div><p>Old Town, was more of a dingy town, full of stinky exhaust , and small roads. We did see some pretty fancy shoes in a shop window, and some cool signs, but we did not spend too much time walking around as it was extremely HOT, and not all that interesting.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjkq0wSTa1n4Go4uqHCbpQno0mrazd_TMmCVYrJDFQ3ZOzXnhmrpZWyOGRMp67DK7ePX7-PIeZDVcx0xE_hqBFRdIc2VuzX_AWTmpJsChM6lkp0HhR8Io-9x3GxPTsIkRx9a-qmIqwwgki7WrTz7kqwowOZmW6aKFS3a0TvYYUvtLgkfoRCPZskFdYm/s4608/IMG_4390.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3456" data-original-width="4608" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjkq0wSTa1n4Go4uqHCbpQno0mrazd_TMmCVYrJDFQ3ZOzXnhmrpZWyOGRMp67DK7ePX7-PIeZDVcx0xE_hqBFRdIc2VuzX_AWTmpJsChM6lkp0HhR8Io-9x3GxPTsIkRx9a-qmIqwwgki7WrTz7kqwowOZmW6aKFS3a0TvYYUvtLgkfoRCPZskFdYm/s320/IMG_4390.jpeg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjJMr4PZszjLfJkIKCXZ4e5q-jpzfb1uz5hfEIAzjBme1it9Yd7diSOyvPOQGCMmFDmKLtUiAC-HosrR5Ya7gT5D6MXFzO_kUMfa8wkJICyerhVvltnsWKFvgTGUnIpna3TJwB_ljj6M0v_Hxa5uUFMLJ-dllunRuecilU5VxgoeOQpjYtrJXQ4eu80/s4608/IMG_4391.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; 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It is a modern take on ballroom dancing with fabulous dancers, costumes and music. My face could not stop smiling, under my mask1 Bahahaha<p></p><p>I am a little sick of the food, but the entertainment on the ship has been incredible. They even have tables in the atrium with PUZZLES!! I might write a post later on this ship, Norwegians EPIC, but my advice would be to skip it!</p><p>Today we arrived in Funchal, Portugal on the island of Madeira, which is located 370 miles off the coast of Morocco. It is surprisingly mountainous, with rugged volcanic peaks, and a beautiful tropical coastline.</p><p>Since we had been here before, and seen many of the sights, we decided to make it an easy day and just visit the Botanical Gardens, and the Old Town.</p><p>Out taxi driver (35 euros) took us way up to the gardens, which fortunately was much cooler than down below, as there is apparently a heat wave, and waited for an hour before driving us down to old town. There was an added bonus to the gardens; a breathtaking view of Funchal.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEghRlesFoG54LfmicAxX2Ui6zia3Bg550ysgg_vgmKXoswk3S6F3GSJrjXVaWH997cK05uzXdEdrO28_EZbWWVY8jUhMrAd4IOxfQnLXTN8HRQnKaTkaxscyqWAWCqxaQ3L4GfY3F2haT0a0J1EXXrAIvY461iUOrIWv4PGBDJWQxTmlxa84RqwwZkg/s4608/IMG_4204.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3456" data-original-width="4608" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEghRlesFoG54LfmicAxX2Ui6zia3Bg550ysgg_vgmKXoswk3S6F3GSJrjXVaWH997cK05uzXdEdrO28_EZbWWVY8jUhMrAd4IOxfQnLXTN8HRQnKaTkaxscyqWAWCqxaQ3L4GfY3F2haT0a0J1EXXrAIvY461iUOrIWv4PGBDJWQxTmlxa84RqwwZkg/s320/IMG_4204.jpeg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiYqZlYcO8ioVefBXSAs98HRvNzOHrGbgmDipP8OjvP3RLvMPELFAPmpdhlkqMYDoHBbF2dQsBYpC_1-EjWbSBPoJnEj5gLP57refmd6CtPYWM_i4DQDdiLN1oaEL1hXU4nqknuBxsGEn9ggfgW--j40q6stRZDjBLGQwGmABS6zKzHa5dOTUjbmgbC/s4608/IMG_4205.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4608" data-original-width="3456" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiYqZlYcO8ioVefBXSAs98HRvNzOHrGbgmDipP8OjvP3RLvMPELFAPmpdhlkqMYDoHBbF2dQsBYpC_1-EjWbSBPoJnEj5gLP57refmd6CtPYWM_i4DQDdiLN1oaEL1hXU4nqknuBxsGEn9ggfgW--j40q6stRZDjBLGQwGmABS6zKzHa5dOTUjbmgbC/s320/IMG_4205.jpeg" width="240" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiJibPkBC2IC7wnzkzXDqBrZ6R9g_KcXul-BCsE2y8-ik8dMdafC0iqzHH5_ByfOjVqGk3sMaIpwlRZtg3CBaP1LBHNa3sMVY5skWb1iioLhcurpJ7-QdJk81CSsu-8AQ-wEgmHCtkOGKIy1jlnhvWYY-9oqjlQ5dr3va7BVIbs1Vzg792xMpwQjYKG/s4608/IMG_4213.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3456" data-original-width="4608" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiJibPkBC2IC7wnzkzXDqBrZ6R9g_KcXul-BCsE2y8-ik8dMdafC0iqzHH5_ByfOjVqGk3sMaIpwlRZtg3CBaP1LBHNa3sMVY5skWb1iioLhcurpJ7-QdJk81CSsu-8AQ-wEgmHCtkOGKIy1jlnhvWYY-9oqjlQ5dr3va7BVIbs1Vzg792xMpwQjYKG/s320/IMG_4213.jpeg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi5qP6SHz4NV766Rp_pVzBsAi90d_FU1_dL5A9aZJV9bpOmNNK0Ht51atmBuYD17z6ngO-b5w0femQ5Tx_K9uIRopsuf8CM4pQ73-pQuw-AKQc--cWSuom8ytBtggZHp66c-p_Kj-cJL9Bvg1yXfFvqMjXtog9-p-Baxu57770mOC3ciJDZ8w6PnR58/s4608/IMG_4214.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3456" data-original-width="4608" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi5qP6SHz4NV766Rp_pVzBsAi90d_FU1_dL5A9aZJV9bpOmNNK0Ht51atmBuYD17z6ngO-b5w0femQ5Tx_K9uIRopsuf8CM4pQ73-pQuw-AKQc--cWSuom8ytBtggZHp66c-p_Kj-cJL9Bvg1yXfFvqMjXtog9-p-Baxu57770mOC3ciJDZ8w6PnR58/s320/IMG_4214.jpeg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiPwlkcbdpzreF_eYfem26YWCug54RcGdWY1UiMLvDfFv_DQDYupBDuB7MLF_u_htk8V0EIdLpzDChrE2-QQ_4XPRvv63EZShC4hfsb7dVrgFWtXTtiRo2YaD4NtQh2_ks2TInpQ1EKaEOWnu3KnJsH6zJIunqEzXWebj0TDFj9JXG4IfBeLfPYN8FN/s4608/IMG_4216.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3456" data-original-width="4608" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiPwlkcbdpzreF_eYfem26YWCug54RcGdWY1UiMLvDfFv_DQDYupBDuB7MLF_u_htk8V0EIdLpzDChrE2-QQ_4XPRvv63EZShC4hfsb7dVrgFWtXTtiRo2YaD4NtQh2_ks2TInpQ1EKaEOWnu3KnJsH6zJIunqEzXWebj0TDFj9JXG4IfBeLfPYN8FN/s320/IMG_4216.jpeg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhyZKquLuG0_66rP1dY-78ILy4L4OQUSYP-bSFdBQzF0lW04G15VuTumxQrWaXwsfW6TxSfK6_MrR1FXj8mItgSF6-HYziRBWuR2YieKyY8VAxgSV30b6KcG4bLt9GNQwLtJAFx3r95nFUD4HWjmrdYCRgQydU3dxsriBJoTBwSG_74Yk6JZMf7PAs6/s4608/IMG_4222.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3456" data-original-width="4608" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhyZKquLuG0_66rP1dY-78ILy4L4OQUSYP-bSFdBQzF0lW04G15VuTumxQrWaXwsfW6TxSfK6_MrR1FXj8mItgSF6-HYziRBWuR2YieKyY8VAxgSV30b6KcG4bLt9GNQwLtJAFx3r95nFUD4HWjmrdYCRgQydU3dxsriBJoTBwSG_74Yk6JZMf7PAs6/s320/IMG_4222.jpeg" width="320" /></a></div><p>The gardens were lovely, just past their prime, but I took plenty of photos, that may become watercolor paintings in the future! One in particular, the most beautiful water Lily I have ever seen, with the most stunning shadow in the water! Once I downloaded my photos, I saw that I had even captured a little frog, on a lily pad!</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEixHUkihnBUXUB766AaPb36EnrDMDaLsyw4H1L72pbq-NqHePq3dpMMEVpmTwBdag4FUTevuE41aOslNr5I5T1f9v06CxolcFGaVIoyEB8MuS2bXFw36CRMORT9lMit7YY2JOiVCCu8RyzRrTtNZimI9Hj6Tw6l1oYF35pme4HNC45T1MfZyGt1D9w4/s4608/IMG_4199.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3456" data-original-width="4608" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEixHUkihnBUXUB766AaPb36EnrDMDaLsyw4H1L72pbq-NqHePq3dpMMEVpmTwBdag4FUTevuE41aOslNr5I5T1f9v06CxolcFGaVIoyEB8MuS2bXFw36CRMORT9lMit7YY2JOiVCCu8RyzRrTtNZimI9Hj6Tw6l1oYF35pme4HNC45T1MfZyGt1D9w4/s320/IMG_4199.jpeg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEga9RRYNwjDQP6i2mZIW9mcwnVM0s4k1nvt4DR7xIhF016s7nMRpNg6fA3HE3T8aegyMkH-0tz5Efr2Nn55_lQa0CHIqZMcSXRUarMu1TTB6NaVxvIhtrkr6oqAKpREkSzk9DJYwZeyyJjuAQDZ8Scef6C-mON9F9iulgWCHJMB1qHY0fI40ELTXf6M/s4608/IMG_4224.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3456" data-original-width="4608" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEga9RRYNwjDQP6i2mZIW9mcwnVM0s4k1nvt4DR7xIhF016s7nMRpNg6fA3HE3T8aegyMkH-0tz5Efr2Nn55_lQa0CHIqZMcSXRUarMu1TTB6NaVxvIhtrkr6oqAKpREkSzk9DJYwZeyyJjuAQDZ8Scef6C-mON9F9iulgWCHJMB1qHY0fI40ELTXf6M/s320/IMG_4224.jpeg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgmwcVbBiBnzMnSAPbbbjkgF4o5rYaRp5fR6DYPdJIIDKrM2wsiiBFN6xFxUwlNX_b8EJcXAe2q9g07vm-gW5eofO4HyRJxQFcW7gaycnOn_ix6MiFwLLTyvBdbaVxDSldWCOW6VWUriFM_1r6lw7Fc790vZw12rGzQXplSPgjSE5223GcAw_jN9yF1/s4608/IMG_4233.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4608" data-original-width="3456" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgmwcVbBiBnzMnSAPbbbjkgF4o5rYaRp5fR6DYPdJIIDKrM2wsiiBFN6xFxUwlNX_b8EJcXAe2q9g07vm-gW5eofO4HyRJxQFcW7gaycnOn_ix6MiFwLLTyvBdbaVxDSldWCOW6VWUriFM_1r6lw7Fc790vZw12rGzQXplSPgjSE5223GcAw_jN9yF1/s320/IMG_4233.jpeg" width="240" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiC6z3V_iPeQ7mUDBMp9_gJgEqMPtpQtj_n6J-P2P71zzOnBakvNPU4D8Ao1IKyfDa0bkEmHsU5_g4PiMvzAHtXj35n702xx3V4M17jGNNAas6ruHHfSkQXFDo2f6BAaFqgWCfOl9HN7Z4RbOb8CbPPQnGMMALy-OpoEMJrN-G70H4EJixlYblLyJJ5/s4608/IMG_4278.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3456" data-original-width="4608" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiC6z3V_iPeQ7mUDBMp9_gJgEqMPtpQtj_n6J-P2P71zzOnBakvNPU4D8Ao1IKyfDa0bkEmHsU5_g4PiMvzAHtXj35n702xx3V4M17jGNNAas6ruHHfSkQXFDo2f6BAaFqgWCfOl9HN7Z4RbOb8CbPPQnGMMALy-OpoEMJrN-G70H4EJixlYblLyJJ5/s320/IMG_4278.jpeg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEicVAsSZs_Q5QNqWOM8XtpD609JWDebi0f18TUG1r4nR7-H_v4LM4D4qn1jOXTdQVquXRz46U0KLLWQgLnSYB1Bc54rdXK8pst2YyHBJgsqyQuA-Ib5uXhqu6uuSMLGCFfgF6ZgD-6zbbmsyzqIfzmDDT3GjccrWYVwXq_PB8zC_95bNSOLCALYPny0/s4608/IMG_4286.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3456" data-original-width="4608" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEicVAsSZs_Q5QNqWOM8XtpD609JWDebi0f18TUG1r4nR7-H_v4LM4D4qn1jOXTdQVquXRz46U0KLLWQgLnSYB1Bc54rdXK8pst2YyHBJgsqyQuA-Ib5uXhqu6uuSMLGCFfgF6ZgD-6zbbmsyzqIfzmDDT3GjccrWYVwXq_PB8zC_95bNSOLCALYPny0/s320/IMG_4286.jpeg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="text-align: left;">The old town of Funchal was quite charming, with the exception of some mean old jesters, who were frightening children! Lol One even asked me, why you wearing this? My mask, right, in my face, I said “Because I have cancer”!, he said, “oh, you should just tell your mind to make it go away!”</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjIvebw-k35XETKLUBW1GllwLpoaoLBPs0GHExMb5mRAANPRP54Y6c47epB382wK30-TljMi6xJiK6y1w3o0nNKv_Q6uI7uK06JVxTKdGi4S-h2OonoPUeQxox2HY_Fc2Hy3kqgNeyUYrzDU7WkU8JPt7faHBTdM7pZ2a710sEjMv-RgvhaDKHMcDBv/s4608/IMG_4300.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4608" data-original-width="3456" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjIvebw-k35XETKLUBW1GllwLpoaoLBPs0GHExMb5mRAANPRP54Y6c47epB382wK30-TljMi6xJiK6y1w3o0nNKv_Q6uI7uK06JVxTKdGi4S-h2OonoPUeQxox2HY_Fc2Hy3kqgNeyUYrzDU7WkU8JPt7faHBTdM7pZ2a710sEjMv-RgvhaDKHMcDBv/s320/IMG_4300.jpeg" width="240" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiFFyraYUETctD1vbUFGe2I1bi90Dwd-ZAW6SG_tXjT0pdFN60BVusmFiUrCdUA3u19ZVd32aGY4sScKEqQlPIWl0QC0iBDYb1xTG_mT_1Y91ynT6knMEhmyOcPpSk6k_s2Ep9LgpXz8TicZDaSPBdmaBMBwDJNBgU3TPal_zez2EApd8KNDSKJpSuh/s4608/IMG_4296.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; 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text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEioCsvXLu3SJriNMw-MizSP6LlJpOhZrLcJurPAqIDd0EmtvSjTsv_od7fHfmDQeHculAiN6XSOWh6UIIfOYnBu7iu-LBJRjzKIEXoo5Xtb8zsMbir9pLzunIHYbM-CM96kak-IHd0-_gC2W2klYk81HY7uGqMStcM0w5iLXz_Lwfc9B3SiwUTiZY74/s4608/IMG_3989.jpeg" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4608" data-original-width="3456" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEioCsvXLu3SJriNMw-MizSP6LlJpOhZrLcJurPAqIDd0EmtvSjTsv_od7fHfmDQeHculAiN6XSOWh6UIIfOYnBu7iu-LBJRjzKIEXoo5Xtb8zsMbir9pLzunIHYbM-CM96kak-IHd0-_gC2W2klYk81HY7uGqMStcM0w5iLXz_Lwfc9B3SiwUTiZY74/s320/IMG_3989.jpeg" width="240" /></a></div><br />After four days at sea, we were super excited to get off of the ship in the Azores. Ponta Delgada is one of nine islands in the Azores and best known for their beautiful green countryside and mineral springs. Apparently their soil, although mostly volcanic, is extremely rich, and they claim to be able to grow just about anything planted.<p></p><p>As per usual, we left the ship and searched out a taxi, to see what we could see. To our good fortune, and travel angels, we found an amazing driver who took us on an amazing drive around Ponta Delgada.</p><p>The lush, green countryside was soooo beautiful! So many colors of green, with cows grazing on the hillsides, some for beef and some for milk. You did not see “cow yards” like we have at home, which is very refreshing.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiEjjNmYuUBKMTGV-JH3Zc1rr_KqABgLkt92VBpSBpANTdv0fC4umAmzZsGv8Ejv78Qu3y7lQWrgJD_CMixKT994YcSDOXpD-Ds-TJEkqd8VKH-wXNBIx7rS7SdIwqTjiwWBxfqyyaMufCN3soh4bX9XrAdZaQUFVzFoPxazMGSrET350ZbVg46aCvl/s4608/IMG_3965.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3456" data-original-width="4608" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiEjjNmYuUBKMTGV-JH3Zc1rr_KqABgLkt92VBpSBpANTdv0fC4umAmzZsGv8Ejv78Qu3y7lQWrgJD_CMixKT994YcSDOXpD-Ds-TJEkqd8VKH-wXNBIx7rS7SdIwqTjiwWBxfqyyaMufCN3soh4bX9XrAdZaQUFVzFoPxazMGSrET350ZbVg46aCvl/s320/IMG_3965.jpeg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgAxFTxjcOC88pTSL80oKfkobBd81CSmZUmlnOrXed0akKIyymoMvJ-NlW0UthPNiQ9FMYRAbrkr8NwWXUU-niEyccLZ9E6DF52MsElu93BpkA9xAS0Fq3xHgmpZsYsJZuXxvq7Z7mkM_tfiGIzwVqY9iRQ7RxXt7-YuCTa9oqlJKo6bb6m6sBXCucD/s4608/IMG_3959.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3456" data-original-width="4608" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgAxFTxjcOC88pTSL80oKfkobBd81CSmZUmlnOrXed0akKIyymoMvJ-NlW0UthPNiQ9FMYRAbrkr8NwWXUU-niEyccLZ9E6DF52MsElu93BpkA9xAS0Fq3xHgmpZsYsJZuXxvq7Z7mkM_tfiGIzwVqY9iRQ7RxXt7-YuCTa9oqlJKo6bb6m6sBXCucD/s320/IMG_3959.jpeg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg_AkSPv1LiD2mFPGkRBu59ZK7pkY1EAWRkRmDFZj4zrZ7lFm6uAqBtJkXBqRd3E9nTWA99RQjzRsJuqwYTNrwNEc4Qt1lqWQey68DjGUp-6sIryMLB5IZaWjGAJwEY-BQg0D2d_b-mr8gi8i-Tt_vZe-b8FsuRoYEk78aJmEP6euFJRhFrBKJxfIww/s4608/IMG_3964.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3456" data-original-width="4608" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg_AkSPv1LiD2mFPGkRBu59ZK7pkY1EAWRkRmDFZj4zrZ7lFm6uAqBtJkXBqRd3E9nTWA99RQjzRsJuqwYTNrwNEc4Qt1lqWQey68DjGUp-6sIryMLB5IZaWjGAJwEY-BQg0D2d_b-mr8gi8i-Tt_vZe-b8FsuRoYEk78aJmEP6euFJRhFrBKJxfIww/s320/IMG_3964.jpeg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiTffG-qWFQ3VkBI-sUyd1dTilarbc3PsSXlD2ZkLm2b-LEPf6neX0uQl1iFbSnYXFAVYK4e4qClw2c4jZkwqyFL4LaRhGXutNm0ySew7WBbf8Ua4FqGdDLGOeNJiRr-qTSwyhB8UtdW3FFH1nXFCHsahZSYFwshU51sfRd-cAkRrhLRLpVk6IHbk26/s4032/IMG_7286.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiTffG-qWFQ3VkBI-sUyd1dTilarbc3PsSXlD2ZkLm2b-LEPf6neX0uQl1iFbSnYXFAVYK4e4qClw2c4jZkwqyFL4LaRhGXutNm0ySew7WBbf8Ua4FqGdDLGOeNJiRr-qTSwyhB8UtdW3FFH1nXFCHsahZSYFwshU51sfRd-cAkRrhLRLpVk6IHbk26/s320/IMG_7286.jpeg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="text-align: left;">We headed to the top of the island in hopes of seeing Fire Lake, but since it was a cloudy day, we were told that we may, or may not be able to actually see it, as our cab driver did not control the weather! Imagine that! He actually has had people get angry with him because they were unable to view the lake, due to the fog. </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhWIvd5uSZRLNN-9VygYv4781y4MAi99NIex_r6URhuhXLIj6PN9aagrjJ9P1xYAWil9vZcwVrf9Ayz0x__equJORbPJVu19JFJuqSG73B5sKKmPyCgov8SZ7bQBApxnYEoZ-HgEUxDZ1ONSsb0qpkuHFdy6dkYWXZ0pLSry2fsOOnMEckEQTxVv572/s4032/IMG_7296.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhWIvd5uSZRLNN-9VygYv4781y4MAi99NIex_r6URhuhXLIj6PN9aagrjJ9P1xYAWil9vZcwVrf9Ayz0x__equJORbPJVu19JFJuqSG73B5sKKmPyCgov8SZ7bQBApxnYEoZ-HgEUxDZ1ONSsb0qpkuHFdy6dkYWXZ0pLSry2fsOOnMEckEQTxVv572/s320/IMG_7296.jpeg" width="240" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEisf1YWeeH8S7tmFBSsOn4e1-sBw9VOzcKDW2uj-bRu6sMyRosekwCywvULIYWqrOBeWfKsTlBJ2U5YZjxxnkcxlvdSujGAKtGif87ba2AY9bZjNA3EE5Rp_fzxEp7WpfG418rJceTqc8QdunxFBOCneAT1bDAI8a3r6fvmwiSyjR-dm5WdNv0F9JRD/s4032/IMG_7299.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEisf1YWeeH8S7tmFBSsOn4e1-sBw9VOzcKDW2uj-bRu6sMyRosekwCywvULIYWqrOBeWfKsTlBJ2U5YZjxxnkcxlvdSujGAKtGif87ba2AY9bZjNA3EE5Rp_fzxEp7WpfG418rJceTqc8QdunxFBOCneAT1bDAI8a3r6fvmwiSyjR-dm5WdNv0F9JRD/s320/IMG_7299.jpeg" width="240" /></a></div><p>On our drive, it didn’t matter where we looked, we saw beauty! Just stunning. We made many stops along the way, just to take in the scenery. Once we got to the top, there was a complete fog cover, so no Fire Lake there, he said we had two more opportunities, and we remained hopeful. Stop number two was another no-go, and stop number three didn’t appear too promising either, but while we stood gazing over the fog, the wind blew that fog right away and we were able to catch a glimpse of the lake, which was amazing.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgpGI9qIM3IVy08UngbP9dG3iUICkeSXeq-OLV4i4dALnBpP4VCy_BEGJ2q-Brp7kPQ7xnu18sWXvBNkeUFymti5qmc4hwLK5s5iqohLJZDJ1DGk_46vlGzdqU3zY1ftcKrs5mbiUynMCJ1o5ZzMrExDjPZumWTiw1p3_1r-GRLp1A8B087zfcHSYMo/s4608/IMG_3985.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3456" data-original-width="4608" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgpGI9qIM3IVy08UngbP9dG3iUICkeSXeq-OLV4i4dALnBpP4VCy_BEGJ2q-Brp7kPQ7xnu18sWXvBNkeUFymti5qmc4hwLK5s5iqohLJZDJ1DGk_46vlGzdqU3zY1ftcKrs5mbiUynMCJ1o5ZzMrExDjPZumWTiw1p3_1r-GRLp1A8B087zfcHSYMo/s320/IMG_3985.jpeg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgnJLMjp4glF2bh9tkVMaSCXVGVor6QS6-fUK5omRl18UQsascrtTlCvlaOA0-gY8kdtpISSLBlPugb2iljYJnYzloI9hwE_p6MfJ-1zJewHVk6AjkUhxPi57bXmv5Nl1CZccGaCMjVbccTiL8OtutbA1pXCiouhxWn4_oZadsGhuVpy24orlQU47vn/s4608/IMG_3993.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3456" data-original-width="4608" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgnJLMjp4glF2bh9tkVMaSCXVGVor6QS6-fUK5omRl18UQsascrtTlCvlaOA0-gY8kdtpISSLBlPugb2iljYJnYzloI9hwE_p6MfJ-1zJewHVk6AjkUhxPi57bXmv5Nl1CZccGaCMjVbccTiL8OtutbA1pXCiouhxWn4_oZadsGhuVpy24orlQU47vn/s320/IMG_3993.jpeg" width="320" /></a></div><p>Upon leaving the viewing area of the lake, we headed down the other side of the mountain and stopped at the mineral springs. Of course we did not go into the springs, but we were able to walk to them and enjoy the lush terrain, which reminded me of Hawaii. There were waterfalls and pools of water, where there were many people enjoying a nice soak. There was even an area where the water was literally boiling.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh7KatU1uAjb_IpJX5A7TK_WbJ6yew5osqspJPicQqQh2v_W7g-RVpwnh8iSTaXYjyqdXQWGye13_k8MYZx6-p7u8Ivm0BTvy0GvXzcu30gbDeH2Q39zYhK8gJDAr4DA0KHWM4BerNL57PNgnHggrkrmOYqhlVX69K0Sc7jDemcOAHPOEEnasGyZQ8Y/s4608/IMG_3995.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3456" data-original-width="4608" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh7KatU1uAjb_IpJX5A7TK_WbJ6yew5osqspJPicQqQh2v_W7g-RVpwnh8iSTaXYjyqdXQWGye13_k8MYZx6-p7u8Ivm0BTvy0GvXzcu30gbDeH2Q39zYhK8gJDAr4DA0KHWM4BerNL57PNgnHggrkrmOYqhlVX69K0Sc7jDemcOAHPOEEnasGyZQ8Y/s320/IMG_3995.jpeg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiyEn4HMbKT3-RgxFwylpiIbp3PTKY-vz4vQbQAHK60NCA2Ifne0cZn4IvVmryeh4o-eixJFF8CeLuVqAgv49pGsK3Tsx5N1gyFIq6hi_phlTcK5GJLmJrl0YsekzoLO0tC2MjgioM8ifrA1sya2W4CGhVGf5fE_IUT7lWbct03GUKAhByRUCfg68sS/s4608/IMG_3999.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3456" data-original-width="4608" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiyEn4HMbKT3-RgxFwylpiIbp3PTKY-vz4vQbQAHK60NCA2Ifne0cZn4IvVmryeh4o-eixJFF8CeLuVqAgv49pGsK3Tsx5N1gyFIq6hi_phlTcK5GJLmJrl0YsekzoLO0tC2MjgioM8ifrA1sya2W4CGhVGf5fE_IUT7lWbct03GUKAhByRUCfg68sS/s320/IMG_3999.jpeg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEib2hf-6IWs2pg51Ru8-beklfmF-6wwUHGbERl03Ss6ammo2ojA2QqQg0qqS-iPTi7TdCbHi5hq_3r17RVatEKZWkBvtzcBGjdK9aXQH6wWwi-0W9dFGbvt_5ezO4pCqmHScst2nduPMT0tUeCeRtkmwv4FxCg-4LVpOyeLRVTMHv72TgpyO8oN-dXb/s4608/IMG_4000.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3456" data-original-width="4608" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEib2hf-6IWs2pg51Ru8-beklfmF-6wwUHGbERl03Ss6ammo2ojA2QqQg0qqS-iPTi7TdCbHi5hq_3r17RVatEKZWkBvtzcBGjdK9aXQH6wWwi-0W9dFGbvt_5ezO4pCqmHScst2nduPMT0tUeCeRtkmwv4FxCg-4LVpOyeLRVTMHv72TgpyO8oN-dXb/s320/IMG_4000.jpeg" width="320" /></a></div><p>After a short walk, we continued our tour down the mountain, through our drivers village, which he called a “city”; it was a tiny, little town, to me!</p><p>He was so full of information, both about the island and their lifestyle, his family, his home, and his five large dogs! Lol As he dove down a small street, he said, “hey, do you want to meet my dogs?” Of course, these two, possibly foolish old ladies sad, “Yes!” So we stopped at his house, which was very interesting; it looked like an old historic home, much like a two-story row house. All of the houses were flat to the street, which was very narrow. </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh4-o8eWnNcNqNu3rR4toNMspxfZ8cn7UzSsL2eAa934helbaoJ8mhj1MZMUoH_6uROtKYdcgRcvzekp16TZCpGEyvHb3AA6PmXRO4Q-fs_VmCjeOw2KCV3Ffrx-Mheev5WwaHTAaBu9lXIo7LIdnjaC7lwThDW_4m6rWgEu55-xphpM2XYyi9c4ePh/s4608/IMG_4008.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3456" data-original-width="4608" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh4-o8eWnNcNqNu3rR4toNMspxfZ8cn7UzSsL2eAa934helbaoJ8mhj1MZMUoH_6uROtKYdcgRcvzekp16TZCpGEyvHb3AA6PmXRO4Q-fs_VmCjeOw2KCV3Ffrx-Mheev5WwaHTAaBu9lXIo7LIdnjaC7lwThDW_4m6rWgEu55-xphpM2XYyi9c4ePh/s320/IMG_4008.jpeg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhGuRD99z6dv6h6J5GNJ_D5wM1vLQ3aaPHdP2d6lghRmfffWu3Wj0ENnlBMbba_2u-446f-PZ7ID5-7BOpFIzjiowG6XRReuGXHUdkxHTHeoAzsWlgFUH60_yLPPIGvtCEZABrKIzLhLGzI1WDZGg6XF6DzEyT_499I_adjSwh8YmnsT4Um1u2wN-nr/s4608/IMG_4020.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3456" data-original-width="4608" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhGuRD99z6dv6h6J5GNJ_D5wM1vLQ3aaPHdP2d6lghRmfffWu3Wj0ENnlBMbba_2u-446f-PZ7ID5-7BOpFIzjiowG6XRReuGXHUdkxHTHeoAzsWlgFUH60_yLPPIGvtCEZABrKIzLhLGzI1WDZGg6XF6DzEyT_499I_adjSwh8YmnsT4Um1u2wN-nr/s320/IMG_4020.jpeg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjIUEwUzCvfMfFbUjy_3wmMRpyxb0_WHg410PtDDUl4KQ-tTdtsU0OOvuGVUMZes63zFMqhg-Cq29-dzg1eaTi5gIxgZwx0Dg0G3gRqtIjyGkRlacZMzc02TqqmhrRLz3KnEeAp0pepbifwiEJwL0P8PM6UuMtsVCZyCAPMJ4NJZwN1z9bQbaLkjFyh/s4608/IMG_4064.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4608" data-original-width="3456" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjIUEwUzCvfMfFbUjy_3wmMRpyxb0_WHg410PtDDUl4KQ-tTdtsU0OOvuGVUMZes63zFMqhg-Cq29-dzg1eaTi5gIxgZwx0Dg0G3gRqtIjyGkRlacZMzc02TqqmhrRLz3KnEeAp0pepbifwiEJwL0P8PM6UuMtsVCZyCAPMJ4NJZwN1z9bQbaLkjFyh/s320/IMG_4064.jpeg" width="240" /></a></div><p>He opened his garage door, and inside was a very modern home, and a very large yard, partly fenced with an orchard, with five different fruit trees, and a few of his beautiful dogs! Lol I found it fascinating how different the front looked, from what was behind the facade. He said in order to change the outside, he would incur great expense, because of all of the fees, and permits, so he just fixed up the inside.</p><p>After meeting the dogs, we continued down to his “city center” where he told a story of the history of two churches. As their history goes, there used to be a high wall surrounding the two churches. (The island is 98-ish percent Catholic, to this day.) Behind the wall, and between the churches, was a tunnel connecting the priests and the nuns. He told us that in those tunnels, many bad things happened; including the murdering of babies, born to nuns; these babies were said to be fathered by the priests. Disturbing, to say the least.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjkbaEwHsyU9YkXjgIWZUS1d4UDNsmav-MnPCDjM2cu29R7d1abHf3rRSPa418eloVIGDs2uMTdhN_yFllY0gvXPdmy4ZA2F5-arHME6aeQ00n7ycvf42Nnq6DnOz9gnTMSu66H2Kh6cYIPjNuHCL-wu-6wUjtMiXWsuvqhu3p2vTJmdlDO7r2gAs-1/s4608/IMG_4068.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4608" data-original-width="3456" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjkbaEwHsyU9YkXjgIWZUS1d4UDNsmav-MnPCDjM2cu29R7d1abHf3rRSPa418eloVIGDs2uMTdhN_yFllY0gvXPdmy4ZA2F5-arHME6aeQ00n7ycvf42Nnq6DnOz9gnTMSu66H2Kh6cYIPjNuHCL-wu-6wUjtMiXWsuvqhu3p2vTJmdlDO7r2gAs-1/s320/IMG_4068.jpeg" width="240" /></a></div><p>The church, like most churches in Europe, was ornate, and still functioned as a church, with a congregation.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgFBUC4cmm5vTKAUToDon54WZnq_pcUX0Fh9mvenKy1_m6sAulYLnNXtGjMnEpadYh7FW2lqDRO_sknZyAnTHUyh2oYcLJUvWmKjItli4QAyphrVuuopkwzvsvC9oYTRH0Jp5ePV8CWIGgBV3H0xTnu2IpHt-MdRP7A3q_lQNUUPJ0cGxjq4VyVpi_l/s4608/IMG_4058.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4608" data-original-width="3456" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgFBUC4cmm5vTKAUToDon54WZnq_pcUX0Fh9mvenKy1_m6sAulYLnNXtGjMnEpadYh7FW2lqDRO_sknZyAnTHUyh2oYcLJUvWmKjItli4QAyphrVuuopkwzvsvC9oYTRH0Jp5ePV8CWIGgBV3H0xTnu2IpHt-MdRP7A3q_lQNUUPJ0cGxjq4VyVpi_l/s320/IMG_4058.jpeg" width="240" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjDRQcLwiRzHTaDOsje3jwhuaM2Jk8EF_KhegsS-205P9YuzVANWMKVym-vRAdlpkK5tgQ3C-Nyvdn0ruhkf4-CnU7aJYd6B23Lhet2PS_ywRKExolqk-YZmDkY7BT9_LWQl8yt2GFb-9OzC-vZconnLl-0LLJzBItVZxIcRc7kb_ZBMMSNKedI0Enp/s4032/IMG_7328.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjDRQcLwiRzHTaDOsje3jwhuaM2Jk8EF_KhegsS-205P9YuzVANWMKVym-vRAdlpkK5tgQ3C-Nyvdn0ruhkf4-CnU7aJYd6B23Lhet2PS_ywRKExolqk-YZmDkY7BT9_LWQl8yt2GFb-9OzC-vZconnLl-0LLJzBItVZxIcRc7kb_ZBMMSNKedI0Enp/s320/IMG_7328.jpeg" width="240" /></a></div><p>We walked around the charming village, tasted some of the liquor made on the island, and hopped back in the taxi, to head over to the black, sandy beach, where world class surfing competitions take place. 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Not bad for a personal tour of the island.</p><p>We continued our journey to the “old Town” area, where we parted ways, as we were able to walk to our ship.</p><p>We walked around their intricately laid cobblestone streets, and checked out the old buildings, churches, shops, (one with the most impressive sardine cans I have ever seen), doorways and knockers! 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The joys of traveling with leukemia! Lol</p><p>We also chose not to go to the show we had planned on seeing, and just went straight back to bed, of course, neither one of us could fall asleep and were up until at least 3 am, which was actually 4 am ship time, as we were losing another hour!Thank goodness it is another sea day.</p><p>This “old grey mare, Ain’t what she used to be!”</p><p>Blessed to be traveling and enjoying life!</p><p><span style="text-align: center;"> FaceBook: </span><a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/1231868863613342" style="text-align: center;">CML: A Place for Hope and Humor</a></p><p style="text-align: center;">Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/cmlmichele">https://www.instagram.com/cmlmichele</a></p><p style="text-align: center;">Email: CMLMichele59@gmail.com</p>Michelehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18185513255737012093noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7402247635006701650.post-28729707178314079272023-04-28T11:56:00.003-07:002023-04-28T12:20:36.445-07:00New York to Barcelona; Bermuda<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgf3YbI6A8M_B4d8s50z-UENsHBNXnv5qhiAKgfW_0uvIMEEs2wlvTuXCOMvWgmXYidA3rFopWdEfQaevZNAUmG9Uws0p2RPTvNfo4rUHycmDyF5k39ghfdmhGxxW4I3ZF50Hvplsa1Yf1H588uqJlNo9Fre7TrpPViOmnh0YYB6mpOoEhFGwJaNRfv/s4032/1822A450-A8FF-43B4-887E-8EAC43F5E6E6.jpeg" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgf3YbI6A8M_B4d8s50z-UENsHBNXnv5qhiAKgfW_0uvIMEEs2wlvTuXCOMvWgmXYidA3rFopWdEfQaevZNAUmG9Uws0p2RPTvNfo4rUHycmDyF5k39ghfdmhGxxW4I3ZF50Hvplsa1Yf1H588uqJlNo9Fre7TrpPViOmnh0YYB6mpOoEhFGwJaNRfv/s320/1822A450-A8FF-43B4-887E-8EAC43F5E6E6.jpeg" width="240" /></a></div><br />Sometimes when you get that phone call, “I found a really great deal on a cruise to Barcelona”, You just have to say “Let’s Go!”<p></p><p>Soooo, we are off again, Cindy and I, the husbands staying home to hold down the fort.</p><p>We spent a great night in New York, in the financial district; we were able to view the World Trade Center Memorial, which is always sobering, yet so perfectly depicted, and the Stock Exchange, before boarding the ship, the next day.</p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjw7S8pKpPH6eK_eRQbgF-x5FfriebMViPkP1gH9ThQJgajI3SqiRjmRW8XEpgYsEOiOG-6RdgStnzg9AXAOpmMndYbh1DjF2tVjxh7ES416AIpEhVTE-zz33ytpQtBupn2I2tEhJuRRqp2aiqAMykJSqIbBIesfI1yzqeR6CElEKjNu2SnAMUC4r6M/s4608/2E732D1A-AFB4-43BC-8058-CE34434C2104.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3456" data-original-width="4608" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjw7S8pKpPH6eK_eRQbgF-x5FfriebMViPkP1gH9ThQJgajI3SqiRjmRW8XEpgYsEOiOG-6RdgStnzg9AXAOpmMndYbh1DjF2tVjxh7ES416AIpEhVTE-zz33ytpQtBupn2I2tEhJuRRqp2aiqAMykJSqIbBIesfI1yzqeR6CElEKjNu2SnAMUC4r6M/s320/2E732D1A-AFB4-43BC-8058-CE34434C2104.jpeg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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It is actually in the middle of nowhere, east of North Carolina! Geez! </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEilb_dHJvBHW87E5N6as219OtE2PnFFZaFMq8RRHQHMh1kwq170HtNOQ8t3tlVXjF4tEAmxQ3D_0K_PfDsMZPiQJ3B2_tq1MDTqJnMGf5M44AV0xlq20m3QshNm4toxHp-ZoqYhZbUY3UJ2nbyCTEZ-YAdIPkHgIKg1CxyuDAnhTsxGBb2IYdIpdwcR/s4032/3C969DE5-F499-4E32-B2B1-248046F02112.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEilb_dHJvBHW87E5N6as219OtE2PnFFZaFMq8RRHQHMh1kwq170HtNOQ8t3tlVXjF4tEAmxQ3D_0K_PfDsMZPiQJ3B2_tq1MDTqJnMGf5M44AV0xlq20m3QshNm4toxHp-ZoqYhZbUY3UJ2nbyCTEZ-YAdIPkHgIKg1CxyuDAnhTsxGBb2IYdIpdwcR/s320/3C969DE5-F499-4E32-B2B1-248046F02112.jpeg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjRWKz4asr3rDGcy1MAQh1kDnavDpLsJSWcAYFa5NCqEbeaqPEJkHoWdaBEKkM1oPy_AL2t9UWjLw1QizVhvNt3Yt9w4AINaKJ7ON5p3oi6R_IGt0E8C56W6sLCfr2PtNYOsu-Am0JhP-B9wNrNfsWMP8kKhOxF1FONwUEpd1PmIRgIQ_vT7c80gySb/s4608/90E7F587-FB22-4415-A877-1A8FEF584EA7.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3456" data-original-width="4608" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjRWKz4asr3rDGcy1MAQh1kDnavDpLsJSWcAYFa5NCqEbeaqPEJkHoWdaBEKkM1oPy_AL2t9UWjLw1QizVhvNt3Yt9w4AINaKJ7ON5p3oi6R_IGt0E8C56W6sLCfr2PtNYOsu-Am0JhP-B9wNrNfsWMP8kKhOxF1FONwUEpd1PmIRgIQ_vT7c80gySb/s320/90E7F587-FB22-4415-A877-1A8FEF584EA7.jpeg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhUNLUrj4TGkHJWETXZv6-fhCwtAIxsCrGmf4s7ZBz1xnipBhHc6XTVrL4LwPSfWbwYH1bQFb1li17X2U-rA02WDbpXjnrhSU8BmqFrazsLhRTaVdSRMguN_I7Pb4lCFlYkrDhar8aTeyhAMTYNG0D4d5YgfRk39ezudAxKKglwt84TdZQtxooDem2h/s4608/E6CA4009-3D21-43A7-A3B5-3DDB46970A2A.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3456" data-original-width="4608" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhUNLUrj4TGkHJWETXZv6-fhCwtAIxsCrGmf4s7ZBz1xnipBhHc6XTVrL4LwPSfWbwYH1bQFb1li17X2U-rA02WDbpXjnrhSU8BmqFrazsLhRTaVdSRMguN_I7Pb4lCFlYkrDhar8aTeyhAMTYNG0D4d5YgfRk39ezudAxKKglwt84TdZQtxooDem2h/s320/E6CA4009-3D21-43A7-A3B5-3DDB46970A2A.jpeg" width="320" /></a></div><p>What I can tell you about Bermuda is that it makes me miss the Caribbean BIG TIME! That blue water just calls to me, it is just sooo beautiful.</p><p>Once we got off the ship, we hired a cab driver for three hours, ($150) to take us around the island. He said he had never done a tour like ours before because it was so Willy Nilly! He usually “has a plan.” We did not!</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg85TWjwxRNst1470wYv4fpNtpG5cdzXSFXbPqajp941ynsh-x8cA8WedHtTu81X9siOy_8oEZv4tdu_YgeyPi9wFzE5C-s7Sr9x7ZANZx9bvJskHxOktdr1guN69lkBplcnlYsQeCW3IqUbyaIyJmf9pKwSJnP0_1wySkE_YBoWqSttL204IEatuQT/s4032/693DB68F-6F73-4BC2-9DD0-71EE1E0944EB.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg85TWjwxRNst1470wYv4fpNtpG5cdzXSFXbPqajp941ynsh-x8cA8WedHtTu81X9siOy_8oEZv4tdu_YgeyPi9wFzE5C-s7Sr9x7ZANZx9bvJskHxOktdr1guN69lkBplcnlYsQeCW3IqUbyaIyJmf9pKwSJnP0_1wySkE_YBoWqSttL204IEatuQT/s320/693DB68F-6F73-4BC2-9DD0-71EE1E0944EB.jpeg" width="240" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjmWlW2REjOgtSmthYp-JSF8WBF5IE5escdQ4gbLM-F4KpR_VJzKpkkBixDkdLPr-Atd8xxMDjLEbM3pVSE24kFP7_E34i0-M8DKCB5pd4QeUzVzoqDHT0_z2GYNcZU08SP0giv_o3WMx5Rsl7rU7iMCECnNRDeiQlkK9_E8btyZTiyz6RWj9AkaF7R/s4608/1023989D-EDF4-480B-BBBB-8397821A479E.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3456" data-original-width="4608" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjmWlW2REjOgtSmthYp-JSF8WBF5IE5escdQ4gbLM-F4KpR_VJzKpkkBixDkdLPr-Atd8xxMDjLEbM3pVSE24kFP7_E34i0-M8DKCB5pd4QeUzVzoqDHT0_z2GYNcZU08SP0giv_o3WMx5Rsl7rU7iMCECnNRDeiQlkK9_E8btyZTiyz6RWj9AkaF7R/s320/1023989D-EDF4-480B-BBBB-8397821A479E.jpeg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhm34hNmrn0vpJYLMPJxMozf19YrZPLCSOr7kdzLqO9gTLL8GGe_EHJeXG5DyrVkJkxFzn80FqOZdmpchnEAYILnUxOoygIzy6J0z0xP3b2MKD8vKi9MZ4p7WyFh8HWGZYS8HLbWnjzOZjnGkPlXUJ3dMFrQGEovfEocvv7F2WwowYSDQN4vD-BZcnu/s4608/FBA720B2-D41A-4D91-B41E-9555002A306D.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3456" data-original-width="4608" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhm34hNmrn0vpJYLMPJxMozf19YrZPLCSOr7kdzLqO9gTLL8GGe_EHJeXG5DyrVkJkxFzn80FqOZdmpchnEAYILnUxOoygIzy6J0z0xP3b2MKD8vKi9MZ4p7WyFh8HWGZYS8HLbWnjzOZjnGkPlXUJ3dMFrQGEovfEocvv7F2WwowYSDQN4vD-BZcnu/s320/FBA720B2-D41A-4D91-B41E-9555002A306D.jpeg" width="320" /></a></div><p>Our first stop was Horseshoe Bay, where many of the people from the ship came to enjoy a beach day. We were able get our toes in the sand and surf, and marvel at the beauty of the beach and scenery, but since CML no longer allows me to be in the direct sun for long periods of time, that was about it. Short and so sweet!</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhwlCMBuM1G7cNCUr8pEeceGzZZBLIBYiA05Oj3qz0-iGBLxN1tknx_b64aTE36PUyvDM976hVfzZL4nl_OpIpc3nTV5XY7zF8X4eTd07TKu65yFxhqfA1PHWoE6MsyYAperHsuLdqEXQzUXb7v2dB_U59pJHLXrDZ2-yI5n9RmQEj2q-M_LiewOagI/s4608/2E17DD21-68FE-40D0-8B01-5EAA2BEFB32F.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3456" data-original-width="4608" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhwlCMBuM1G7cNCUr8pEeceGzZZBLIBYiA05Oj3qz0-iGBLxN1tknx_b64aTE36PUyvDM976hVfzZL4nl_OpIpc3nTV5XY7zF8X4eTd07TKu65yFxhqfA1PHWoE6MsyYAperHsuLdqEXQzUXb7v2dB_U59pJHLXrDZ2-yI5n9RmQEj2q-M_LiewOagI/s320/2E17DD21-68FE-40D0-8B01-5EAA2BEFB32F.jpeg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiC_yF_vCQm-k4oo38AhCOL6Oz7zFIQ0i1xguG4iXw6QTeVC5otY4MLBHQl2aFEW09eeXX-AtOFRrSuy5jHnaNGc5acZAJVJAkHWEdy57UwiUhxtFq-3GUewsm-2U_mf-X1AnUACDbI9QLOpzj6BlsWvE4Rdn4MeB1zcP3deFk_r8LaOUu4BdUlWKMu/s4032/029FCB4D-5D45-49AC-94E2-71A616CBC73E.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiC_yF_vCQm-k4oo38AhCOL6Oz7zFIQ0i1xguG4iXw6QTeVC5otY4MLBHQl2aFEW09eeXX-AtOFRrSuy5jHnaNGc5acZAJVJAkHWEdy57UwiUhxtFq-3GUewsm-2U_mf-X1AnUACDbI9QLOpzj6BlsWvE4Rdn4MeB1zcP3deFk_r8LaOUu4BdUlWKMu/s320/029FCB4D-5D45-49AC-94E2-71A616CBC73E.jpeg" width="240" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjE3Kgj9kDFl1TT8W0A1PMhV8kXDtTuUhEAHHhRE54kSoi0CSOQbLYZveTzSDAcswwsZPnrJzGUoKePyBq91C-KdkNEB8p65ivZPN0k6jczPTqkqTZs5vp4mDD6NPuwfCDYqyUiuGECTNe2gAhJxv7ZCKIdBowzxoJfpTSkye-Oiu9rNl-tNmXVCvoL/s4032/EBDBC5DE-9AAA-46DB-8A67-67E8083E3261.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjE3Kgj9kDFl1TT8W0A1PMhV8kXDtTuUhEAHHhRE54kSoi0CSOQbLYZveTzSDAcswwsZPnrJzGUoKePyBq91C-KdkNEB8p65ivZPN0k6jczPTqkqTZs5vp4mDD6NPuwfCDYqyUiuGECTNe2gAhJxv7ZCKIdBowzxoJfpTSkye-Oiu9rNl-tNmXVCvoL/s320/EBDBC5DE-9AAA-46DB-8A67-67E8083E3261.jpeg" width="240" /></a></div><br /><p><br /></p><p>After the beach we continued to drive to the other side of the island, viewing the resorts, and places of the rich and famous. (Which to be honest, we really didn’t care too much about, but he was super proud of them) Much of the food grown on the island stays here and they produce all of their own milk.</p><p>This is “the world’s smallest drawbridge!”</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiAT_UU4GuiIIjQLwDEnIZPj_US-PJbdyEUQG1ZQXFngvALVboMeFKNVRjMHxsVFhE91mp44nYbY8jFpVpKplaV-jlyL8ut-za5a6wGC6IEDV78-QAnRui1wBcSIC43Ym2fUUqjhmAX3UVSKPWTvgU5kLnjs28NyhxxxS6T78fizgqMwYFNZ93oYbeo/s4608/FFEF7D6D-518A-4769-9592-A7E72FCF1846.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3456" data-original-width="4608" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiAT_UU4GuiIIjQLwDEnIZPj_US-PJbdyEUQG1ZQXFngvALVboMeFKNVRjMHxsVFhE91mp44nYbY8jFpVpKplaV-jlyL8ut-za5a6wGC6IEDV78-QAnRui1wBcSIC43Ym2fUUqjhmAX3UVSKPWTvgU5kLnjs28NyhxxxS6T78fizgqMwYFNZ93oYbeo/s320/FFEF7D6D-518A-4769-9592-A7E72FCF1846.jpeg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><p><br /></p><p>Eventually, we made it to St. George, the old village with the unfinished church, knocked down during a hurricane, but never restored. It is a beautiful location where many weddings take place. It was originally built in 1846.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEinWxAd8ytaFxbadSO_eSCj1VLe4MN_JhQbHxz-4I8NmoFeErPKzce-nxH6NCyYyXXDw_G7QPiqeFiJMcGM-hTvnbZeWFR-6FyWsaLai5_M_P_k6fkJh1ox1kJnz1yumryP94W8R0DqDUb7RbJCRIiLWo6RZPHmCTbcmcuU38s8UpkohiX_LKjyqylU/s4032/2A0B7C92-7B88-403B-880C-E79DF52F2B24.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEinWxAd8ytaFxbadSO_eSCj1VLe4MN_JhQbHxz-4I8NmoFeErPKzce-nxH6NCyYyXXDw_G7QPiqeFiJMcGM-hTvnbZeWFR-6FyWsaLai5_M_P_k6fkJh1ox1kJnz1yumryP94W8R0DqDUb7RbJCRIiLWo6RZPHmCTbcmcuU38s8UpkohiX_LKjyqylU/s320/2A0B7C92-7B88-403B-880C-E79DF52F2B24.jpeg" width="240" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgo-3KJnsYB6xgBsnX8HlEOToI-uBv_O3V2iK_h9C53kC4fZSxzdxLV9bTJVdsUx99JgPInc4F-GuRytS4bxAjEgZmBOYNgducG79Q9w6_Jcym1oHhjEIUhSMfnMjVHcDsHx5B_QBZl0qnSO60t6zCbIQyi22NUcmtzCMl8UxdU7A2ISR_N4SQNPb-b/s4608/DEF3BF5A-8D53-4BAF-B283-D7E1D1D54F74.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; 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The island is shaped like a fish hook, and there are only three main roads, all extremely narrow and winding. I was amazed that the motorcycles that flew around us, did not regret their choice, as there were many close calls, and apparently many accidents; luckily, not that day.</p><p>It was an enjoyable day, and the island is lovely, but I do not think I would make an effort to go there for a longer period of time. I am sure I would have enjoyed snorkeling in the water, if it had been warmer, but I think I would chose another location in which to spend more time.</p><p>Since we were in Bermuda four days ago, I am having a difficult time remembering all of the details that our driver shared; he was extremely knowledgeable and knew more about our history, regarding Bermuda than I did!</p><p><span style="text-align: center;"> FaceBook: </span><a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/1231868863613342" style="text-align: center;">CML: A Place for Hope and Humor</a></p><p style="text-align: center;">Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/cmlmichele">https://www.instagram.com/cmlmichele</a></p><p style="text-align: center;">Email: CMLMichele59@gmail.com</p>Michelehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18185513255737012093noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7402247635006701650.post-73283461215904706712022-09-20T14:24:00.001-07:002022-09-20T14:24:49.875-07:00Last Day in Paris; Rodin Museum and the Tomb of Napolean Bonaparte<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiultF80IXBw8CWf-72MpEaLMoyHFJ3Rhsq-1OMvOy15KrmYvDG_w0ZNse-r4X-m-3ce2K8VVWzxHPFHt4z5Dg8Jlc0S8fZp5VdSDl24IbxqeU9kdHTlUv6Jvm-kZcUALfkO1LLdY7a_4g9cX0Pjm3BB6Nt0R9QXm0HRi1R17LnA2-N4qA8ytcglyYZ/s320/IMG_2203.JPG" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="240" data-original-width="320" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiultF80IXBw8CWf-72MpEaLMoyHFJ3Rhsq-1OMvOy15KrmYvDG_w0ZNse-r4X-m-3ce2K8VVWzxHPFHt4z5Dg8Jlc0S8fZp5VdSDl24IbxqeU9kdHTlUv6Jvm-kZcUALfkO1LLdY7a_4g9cX0Pjm3BB6Nt0R9QXm0HRi1R17LnA2-N4qA8ytcglyYZ/s1600/IMG_2203.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><br />Today is our last day in Paris and our last day in Europe. Tomorrow we fly home to New York, and the next day, home to Tennessee. It has been a fabulous trip, and my brain is overloaded, and confused, trying to remember everything we did, and everywhere we went.<p></p>Today is easy; We went to the Rodin Museum. There was some sort of demonstrations going on when we got there, so there were police blocking off all of the roads. Fortunately, we were able to reach the entrance to the Museum, from a side street.<div><br />We spent a lot of time in the gardens, viewing "The Gates of Hell", "The Thinker", "Adam and Eve", "The Burghers of Calais", and "Balzac", just to name a few. 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That was quite an amazing, and absolutely stunning building, with a lovely garden outside. We did not go through all of the military museums but did view the Dome des Invalides, and Napolean's tomb, along with other shrines of France's leading military figures.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjjKHiAyDFzYz7XC68qQSBkfrTwuu-DjebZK9iBSaNryCzrA7N7RiT8tsok_fOsdhn-pslWek_9bhJ6Ogky69wyXVxHDkKwjEGU-v-8g7j09Mq7DsYRI0n96tvcwO_UZo-HT48QUpdlhgDGA2zVfDz9OFS0d3uuw2ElRtFUQPRjPbDtpHePACBotui8/s320/IMG_2292.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="320" data-original-width="240" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjjKHiAyDFzYz7XC68qQSBkfrTwuu-DjebZK9iBSaNryCzrA7N7RiT8tsok_fOsdhn-pslWek_9bhJ6Ogky69wyXVxHDkKwjEGU-v-8g7j09Mq7DsYRI0n96tvcwO_UZo-HT48QUpdlhgDGA2zVfDz9OFS0d3uuw2ElRtFUQPRjPbDtpHePACBotui8/s1600/IMG_2292.JPG" width="240" /></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgDU3GNgK_0wt0gEfTTZUPdHuobeiTzdIGN1bzo3BdlFpT3IFtqAoL7E74tFTeL2bVGyYztR5w_5HUzVO06hRn7psR0iErtFInrWDtvoCfbO6oYRQLOKPBA3OVRRWRdatMXpW3tdJyNGwmte3w6jGuceT6t0F-RoNNoih6nMKkobCtAALXEdDQMAfNg/s320/IMG_2302.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; 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According to google; it looked like wood, of some sort to me. The coffins began with a tin casket, lined with white quilted satin, soldered shut, which was put inside a mahogany casket, which was screwed shut. These were then placed inside a lead casket that was soldered shut, and then another lead casket, and put into another mahogany or ebony casket, sealed with silver-headed irons screws.</div><div><br /></div><div>These were then placed inside the sarcophagus. It looks like they wanted to make certain that he stayed put! (or so the story goes)</div><div><br />The domes, the flooring, and the sculptures were all amazing, and I am glad that we took the time to see the Dome des Invalides.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi1C2AeS1UfrqvsmQhDInbZQP5VdzVUiz9Spl2jXRu8pIKnb59eZb-kr1dgMjRBHKxWKn1u6-a49v3qZn8WSlELZckKtFvlEGLLjdT5QnNw_JuNFwl-NqfGdgYbo30BLnoc2xuJg5mfk6ENHEcO_ErklSlEbLY32KUWCd34LMJrTApxVmEV8rnlxnJ4/s320/IMG_2367.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="240" data-original-width="320" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi1C2AeS1UfrqvsmQhDInbZQP5VdzVUiz9Spl2jXRu8pIKnb59eZb-kr1dgMjRBHKxWKn1u6-a49v3qZn8WSlELZckKtFvlEGLLjdT5QnNw_JuNFwl-NqfGdgYbo30BLnoc2xuJg5mfk6ENHEcO_ErklSlEbLY32KUWCd34LMJrTApxVmEV8rnlxnJ4/s1600/IMG_2367.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEheF_4oQgJCMpkkWFWQkShC0dh6TIpJCEmdJE48hEyJe0ynglc6EFdai1P-B90B_OGEf5FvjMbdxs1wUEcd9-xTCbgmfpx0M4ABDoz1lJ5ahwiMVifwT0-k3C2FdU_3R9xSEiNfSknAow7GfY2vi3JVAXYjmSMHlcjZ0lfKbJWOyl1U1x1Q2e4X8oqv/s320/IMG_2369.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="240" data-original-width="320" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEheF_4oQgJCMpkkWFWQkShC0dh6TIpJCEmdJE48hEyJe0ynglc6EFdai1P-B90B_OGEf5FvjMbdxs1wUEcd9-xTCbgmfpx0M4ABDoz1lJ5ahwiMVifwT0-k3C2FdU_3R9xSEiNfSknAow7GfY2vi3JVAXYjmSMHlcjZ0lfKbJWOyl1U1x1Q2e4X8oqv/s1600/IMG_2369.JPG" width="320" /></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiVWb1ySgit7UUuQtPan0gMu9xPqh3UmP7VylYVIPLVonUbxghlDqFFsCzkuM5b4S47CjjTFyTEFgFF9syg1WsZGPOnn6F_T0re-UIxE59Koq9NVlR26ZHIlL2hMiuIZqe4SGj4da0FA-kKknaF6oDupwJ5M0v8xr16Vu6NATXVo9FFv11vCIf_pQ0m/s320/IMG_2374.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="320" data-original-width="240" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiVWb1ySgit7UUuQtPan0gMu9xPqh3UmP7VylYVIPLVonUbxghlDqFFsCzkuM5b4S47CjjTFyTEFgFF9syg1WsZGPOnn6F_T0re-UIxE59Koq9NVlR26ZHIlL2hMiuIZqe4SGj4da0FA-kKknaF6oDupwJ5M0v8xr16Vu6NATXVo9FFv11vCIf_pQ0m/s1600/IMG_2374.JPG" width="240" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhnFgy5tso48LeYmOXkYGonN7uf3VCZI03gsYRGFeEdEdsq8Q2jMGw8j1M-sAitkRkesuqpdLYMoFIDOH_XAw5JqsKZwjR1LdKAq121n7d4tgh0SGXFVDlQXuxVO8UZsTZieyqWHvqxbep0vBFWrD-_RU75hUVd3xgdOKgCvpYmY_NnpTmcIiWFuk_7/s320/IMG_2355.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="240" data-original-width="320" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhnFgy5tso48LeYmOXkYGonN7uf3VCZI03gsYRGFeEdEdsq8Q2jMGw8j1M-sAitkRkesuqpdLYMoFIDOH_XAw5JqsKZwjR1LdKAq121n7d4tgh0SGXFVDlQXuxVO8UZsTZieyqWHvqxbep0vBFWrD-_RU75hUVd3xgdOKgCvpYmY_NnpTmcIiWFuk_7/s1600/IMG_2355.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="text-align: left;"> </span></div><div>As we left, we walked through the garden, which surprisingly still had flowers in bloom. 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This was at 5 pm, so I guess it will be another sandwich from Alfi's, for dinner tonight.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjea8zy2C7NKq4Gqu2PLqzhs3cr1UZfYBWIW7CMJn8ZmLs19xyOOX4hSFTsjt7UJAbWI0fICaFsT0QiJRtfDNuELDZhQfn1ttOrJ5D83HqMFYM1Cm22vijqkZZpG1TnscmCQyn1vv0bhlF-tSNc09RA2aBlYp3-JfX8zAuqExo1p-QqARvhxv7ZPVVk/s320/IMG_2405.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="240" data-original-width="320" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjea8zy2C7NKq4Gqu2PLqzhs3cr1UZfYBWIW7CMJn8ZmLs19xyOOX4hSFTsjt7UJAbWI0fICaFsT0QiJRtfDNuELDZhQfn1ttOrJ5D83HqMFYM1Cm22vijqkZZpG1TnscmCQyn1vv0bhlF-tSNc09RA2aBlYp3-JfX8zAuqExo1p-QqARvhxv7ZPVVk/s1600/IMG_2405.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiy_CpueDz0ermYrBgpwQNRkbhNYfwr5laQ5k2SrNpAe-Ed6j-HnlUL6WjclZnPw7xfw4JqPiuLnD4W0Y_wgHGx4E4Q_XoSCAh7hQQIygSHCY7OdUqKEfZrnbS3xj6_XoxoWUPGneDtblP4GNF8U64ZpTTF2MYsdKOeU3HqFeHIzJCzTm2TgKHRB3ef/s320/IMG_2406.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="240" data-original-width="320" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiy_CpueDz0ermYrBgpwQNRkbhNYfwr5laQ5k2SrNpAe-Ed6j-HnlUL6WjclZnPw7xfw4JqPiuLnD4W0Y_wgHGx4E4Q_XoSCAh7hQQIygSHCY7OdUqKEfZrnbS3xj6_XoxoWUPGneDtblP4GNF8U64ZpTTF2MYsdKOeU3HqFeHIzJCzTm2TgKHRB3ef/s1600/IMG_2406.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj4eCzrFgOnn8slzXYEvMGQjFkdchEgFIiZ-wJoIVceK1wmJQnOeuyid1MPQVwlJ4tYbwj93TU2KTt6gQ7KRTWg6-4ACDV43xNTEFSGGZAhKoHpUQL5GgrlnOiCjx3eY8QBn8U0rRi00Ph2ylhK3CJLeRstrwSH7Ze2FSNoKCb0piYrLy6HVsorVbPF/s320/IMG_6654.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="320" data-original-width="240" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj4eCzrFgOnn8slzXYEvMGQjFkdchEgFIiZ-wJoIVceK1wmJQnOeuyid1MPQVwlJ4tYbwj93TU2KTt6gQ7KRTWg6-4ACDV43xNTEFSGGZAhKoHpUQL5GgrlnOiCjx3eY8QBn8U0rRi00Ph2ylhK3CJLeRstrwSH7Ze2FSNoKCb0piYrLy6HVsorVbPF/s1600/IMG_6654.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="text-align: left;">Time to pack and get ready to head to the states!</span></div><div><br />Night y'all!</div><div><br /></div><div><p style="text-align: center;">FaceBook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/1231868863613342">CML: A Place for Hope and Humor</a></p><p style="text-align: center;">Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/cmlmichele">https://www.instagram.com/cmlmichele</a></p><p style="text-align: center;">Email: CMLMichele59@gmail.com</p></div>Michelehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18185513255737012093noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7402247635006701650.post-84870376999225848452022-09-19T14:05:00.007-07:002022-09-19T15:56:40.612-07:00Slow Day in Paris: Or So We Thought!<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgtjCNsYQSCXVjsFewYHTfEqI4wlkMe8HutYA-84nspJiWgWsfFbsTNHrP5xUpirUxrQdypIiAuKTKLbl6Bl7h_oOIdQ-5lcf3iWSEbtiaxqdCVI4mtEkvZRfABSw-ht19J6Vcpte_fyQRc272d2KYbmcYPdJgIspQghgd1Ag10qKAs0EoCaTA6etrb/s320/IMG_2112.JPG" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="320" data-original-width="240" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgtjCNsYQSCXVjsFewYHTfEqI4wlkMe8HutYA-84nspJiWgWsfFbsTNHrP5xUpirUxrQdypIiAuKTKLbl6Bl7h_oOIdQ-5lcf3iWSEbtiaxqdCVI4mtEkvZRfABSw-ht19J6Vcpte_fyQRc272d2KYbmcYPdJgIspQghgd1Ag10qKAs0EoCaTA6etrb/s1600/IMG_2112.JPG" width="240" /></a></div><br />Today, after another slow start, we decided to walk up to the Acr d'Triumphe, which is probably a ten-minute walk from our hotel, IF you turn the right way on the street you are looking for. Otherwise, it takes closer to an hour. UGH.<p></p>Once we turned around, after asking three people, we quickly found it but had we gone the correct direction, we would have missed this church; Saint-Honore d'Eylau Parish. It was a lovely little church with an art deco glass roof and a delightful blue ceiling. It was built as a temporary church, therefore is "poor in ornamentation", but I liked its' simplicity.<div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiTnXqF197S9w2BBJKSodM1F3CgvWKqJbQodk4vPbL9gTkkqFSAfjdIXCo0Nd0nW11UNnuae827X9x-LD9VNE5qtPS3CK0EK3FclTPLWt0Zg4NF0X8QSoh27era3nlJ8G8VfjmJhm0bdZLCCR-nIK5qEu_Muwxq1golwjZcQh4hEbtmjwmoAhv-GmBA/s320/IMG_2081.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="320" data-original-width="240" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiTnXqF197S9w2BBJKSodM1F3CgvWKqJbQodk4vPbL9gTkkqFSAfjdIXCo0Nd0nW11UNnuae827X9x-LD9VNE5qtPS3CK0EK3FclTPLWt0Zg4NF0X8QSoh27era3nlJ8G8VfjmJhm0bdZLCCR-nIK5qEu_Muwxq1golwjZcQh4hEbtmjwmoAhv-GmBA/s1600/IMG_2081.JPG" width="240" /></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgtrYaOOXQ3qew5z06mjSXJcseoZa3lPrzZHxAJH-l_k4Yf69PC8GHGscdkRIvaDZwm3n2BEj6_03nuu-yKrl4b1cBYmQBQd2xSU7iK_donvzAoRl7B0yxnRqMRlEfn2mPGYMuZYG-iOWS6NE2X-6IPKWMvh4KK4ShHyRKzy5_vIlvufgS75jbyywaN/s320/IMG_2084.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="240" data-original-width="320" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgtrYaOOXQ3qew5z06mjSXJcseoZa3lPrzZHxAJH-l_k4Yf69PC8GHGscdkRIvaDZwm3n2BEj6_03nuu-yKrl4b1cBYmQBQd2xSU7iK_donvzAoRl7B0yxnRqMRlEfn2mPGYMuZYG-iOWS6NE2X-6IPKWMvh4KK4ShHyRKzy5_vIlvufgS75jbyywaN/s1600/IMG_2084.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgWNh_y_er8NSNkQUAiG_39R6Cst_iI7w3_IobTlLAjbC7nS2PwGjxhHwwZfpb7V-DUN11gGLBoRht0tHxwuRcr4fhyXE5oIL1OMcKrqum46NaC9ZtDPJWlcniFyjY5oAVKfPXMOai4X5_pKB_41-IhOqKdu3URK74VnFl_xaoPN0rhTp0pqkZOnp5l/s320/IMG_2076.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="320" data-original-width="240" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgWNh_y_er8NSNkQUAiG_39R6Cst_iI7w3_IobTlLAjbC7nS2PwGjxhHwwZfpb7V-DUN11gGLBoRht0tHxwuRcr4fhyXE5oIL1OMcKrqum46NaC9ZtDPJWlcniFyjY5oAVKfPXMOai4X5_pKB_41-IhOqKdu3URK74VnFl_xaoPN0rhTp0pqkZOnp5l/s1600/IMG_2076.JPG" width="240" /></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhOLzaMcsSJXGigKZ1I5M2O1D6PULUoiizk7tIhYyOjrn-4r2fzr-LT_fbJzFUsw7ybA0QHIx_m44nkMZIVPWwmJQq1Yd7OHlMKlzQ1gAWquVAUFQg9uRt3Ns24UbggWOv7tE8n-gypQUGALHEBb3jayX8F9kJBtc64kL5GbeOl9A-nPlZbVwpsQd2L/s320/IMG_2077.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="320" data-original-width="240" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhOLzaMcsSJXGigKZ1I5M2O1D6PULUoiizk7tIhYyOjrn-4r2fzr-LT_fbJzFUsw7ybA0QHIx_m44nkMZIVPWwmJQq1Yd7OHlMKlzQ1gAWquVAUFQg9uRt3Ns24UbggWOv7tE8n-gypQUGALHEBb3jayX8F9kJBtc64kL5GbeOl9A-nPlZbVwpsQd2L/s1600/IMG_2077.JPG" width="240" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div><div>The Arc d' Triomphe is HUGE! We did not go inside, but standing next to it is impressive, and the design on the outside of the building made it worth the effort it took to get there.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiXH0a6Q78VjFO5i4kLf9GtmZs5AWubm6CHe8xa2LCsSWlVDiSgDkJMOb78cA672Bs42eBUSf3PWFbXuH3muUDaAr79rte1Rb3jHq78haPHGeQ7jQbwJtwL8a3L2XLtp0TQPrfJBqS6b-fBAWfqQ-hpc7jjPcfUoq3IJcB0VeeyMR30vjhoKSy3w2OD/s320/IMG_2106.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="240" data-original-width="320" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiXH0a6Q78VjFO5i4kLf9GtmZs5AWubm6CHe8xa2LCsSWlVDiSgDkJMOb78cA672Bs42eBUSf3PWFbXuH3muUDaAr79rte1Rb3jHq78haPHGeQ7jQbwJtwL8a3L2XLtp0TQPrfJBqS6b-fBAWfqQ-hpc7jjPcfUoq3IJcB0VeeyMR30vjhoKSy3w2OD/s1600/IMG_2106.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEid-lzPhDu75kxmLvO2nZsA6LqU0aq6_4x6919Dn1kAB_M3bjxJV8ln4Nyw4dzEwsdWaLWvLZbAEBTLoA4mzswlx5KegCIKkrUy26JbnCjdo7PMX1mULaEH_eM2gZHUuAPLqEjJJ6hcciEa-GwYS756JG0phLldZos9fstXqEXC_TyKou2ZxJfuB_vV/s320/IMG_2111.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="320" data-original-width="240" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEid-lzPhDu75kxmLvO2nZsA6LqU0aq6_4x6919Dn1kAB_M3bjxJV8ln4Nyw4dzEwsdWaLWvLZbAEBTLoA4mzswlx5KegCIKkrUy26JbnCjdo7PMX1mULaEH_eM2gZHUuAPLqEjJJ6hcciEa-GwYS756JG0phLldZos9fstXqEXC_TyKou2ZxJfuB_vV/s1600/IMG_2111.JPG" width="240" /></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiE5PmkCX22IrCXGfRWHGy9jdY82h8wumXRychqRGYp9BOQw-DKrqAr5DLGLv7ZDV9mnmoEkNUo-3oIV-N38MsLkRHE-SeKzvj9az9F_1t2KSgcv_hk9sBraVSAo56m7VD-yq4ckLWMlPHZBR_qmysw_czpKwuMdToebofqHbgpMjIR9OCCOjyFkGRD/s320/IMG_2115.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="320" data-original-width="240" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiE5PmkCX22IrCXGfRWHGy9jdY82h8wumXRychqRGYp9BOQw-DKrqAr5DLGLv7ZDV9mnmoEkNUo-3oIV-N38MsLkRHE-SeKzvj9az9F_1t2KSgcv_hk9sBraVSAo56m7VD-yq4ckLWMlPHZBR_qmysw_czpKwuMdToebofqHbgpMjIR9OCCOjyFkGRD/s1600/IMG_2115.JPG" width="240" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div>I figured that since we were so close to Champs-Elysees, we should at least take a stroll and see what all of the fuss is about. I suppose that since I am not much of a shopper, I was not all that impressed.</div><div><br />We did stop and have lunch, at Bistro des Champs, the burger was pretty good, some French Onion soup that was very good, and a 1664 beer, which was not 1664, no matter what the bartender said. The wait staff sucked, but the atmosphere wasn't bad.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgQ0iA_aYqJ0Jd8J3OFOvFPhGIq-Babjz8RDQusjGmNjU3Y21kcpRkINJGL0-a2s2SsN9pLVjZFLuuoAD9m6aSjnCOpLNBPnElPzB-cz1RTJbCiDcrKpu-chO3co7r3WSZPXmx4EubbYeFzkiDq3JdXdvNuzr1vXCofnzJg-j1eUzZBKiychmHQ6w1w/s320/IMG_2120.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="240" data-original-width="320" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgQ0iA_aYqJ0Jd8J3OFOvFPhGIq-Babjz8RDQusjGmNjU3Y21kcpRkINJGL0-a2s2SsN9pLVjZFLuuoAD9m6aSjnCOpLNBPnElPzB-cz1RTJbCiDcrKpu-chO3co7r3WSZPXmx4EubbYeFzkiDq3JdXdvNuzr1vXCofnzJg-j1eUzZBKiychmHQ6w1w/s1600/IMG_2120.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj44wKuySs7sZRUxknNjGAd-OMg_LLOAouHMkz2QG6mOcUX5c1GC7aHV3vpvZ7SUGGBOU_c3xwJhiOKy8UK6B_ALoV5pId5Pio5nCd2W7Df8BWCTorA_iDLnIF3m2g4L2i6-LuUqMfDFu0zo1ATTOf-W3xmjfBAYZqCeetdadFp2xP4FhDUURKvy2tE/s320/IMG_2121.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="240" data-original-width="320" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj44wKuySs7sZRUxknNjGAd-OMg_LLOAouHMkz2QG6mOcUX5c1GC7aHV3vpvZ7SUGGBOU_c3xwJhiOKy8UK6B_ALoV5pId5Pio5nCd2W7Df8BWCTorA_iDLnIF3m2g4L2i6-LuUqMfDFu0zo1ATTOf-W3xmjfBAYZqCeetdadFp2xP4FhDUURKvy2tE/s1600/IMG_2121.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div><br />Afterward, refueled, we hit the metro and headed to Notre Dame. It was sad to see it surrounded by scaffolding, and to view the photos of the fire, surrounding it, creating barriers.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiaaU5TQhDHs-C8x2jqN4-LW4eYa_81Z_53waCQ5815Xrr6XcqNYJXFyfyyz-MMncjsRnVthhT5OOqhCXn0LvM2whv_TYpj6pSxUmRk_g4GKy3eDq56kPFQJ5K7Cf0Og31A_g6w_4zpe00IZlHbSSH_Un-BZnq0uLkF7zs-dIK1DeYbmHJAehVQ95kY/s320/IMG_2156.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="320" data-original-width="240" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiaaU5TQhDHs-C8x2jqN4-LW4eYa_81Z_53waCQ5815Xrr6XcqNYJXFyfyyz-MMncjsRnVthhT5OOqhCXn0LvM2whv_TYpj6pSxUmRk_g4GKy3eDq56kPFQJ5K7Cf0Og31A_g6w_4zpe00IZlHbSSH_Un-BZnq0uLkF7zs-dIK1DeYbmHJAehVQ95kY/s1600/IMG_2156.JPG" width="240" /></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgAxOZMi60CD_VesP6VhduJlD-aRUNpuBIStcFcWhJXYtmt3wqxzejsts-D8WuW-zHe33UpPICDTxk-XlcUy5wCriywfvR5bFYeImg-apnN13ZdN0igIy2gJnHWKQ3DqmVRFafNEQAmThFonkJ8ORllcEgwgSvmxq0tC9MdpOLAvPIctl8DCuiIzsxa/s320/IMG_2142.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="320" data-original-width="240" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgAxOZMi60CD_VesP6VhduJlD-aRUNpuBIStcFcWhJXYtmt3wqxzejsts-D8WuW-zHe33UpPICDTxk-XlcUy5wCriywfvR5bFYeImg-apnN13ZdN0igIy2gJnHWKQ3DqmVRFafNEQAmThFonkJ8ORllcEgwgSvmxq0tC9MdpOLAvPIctl8DCuiIzsxa/s1600/IMG_2142.JPG" width="240" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjHm2vaviD5c5Z9zX73rJVsIOixvPC_sHWMlJu83bvwiveoSFq2mm9vPVKQP_tW6RYgKcsm-IUtf5a8OTOqxH1-DVRlO6ie63WvLvhuAcekORURJ2zqaeA8XXzNOlERtxfsKUGND9n1T3TVJykIAlNzwARf3rU3fCxoAT5fUgb1SbOLPT1UMwokJIN8/s320/IMG_2145.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="240" data-original-width="320" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjHm2vaviD5c5Z9zX73rJVsIOixvPC_sHWMlJu83bvwiveoSFq2mm9vPVKQP_tW6RYgKcsm-IUtf5a8OTOqxH1-DVRlO6ie63WvLvhuAcekORURJ2zqaeA8XXzNOlERtxfsKUGND9n1T3TVJykIAlNzwARf3rU3fCxoAT5fUgb1SbOLPT1UMwokJIN8/s1600/IMG_2145.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjNBOSAEUN_W_RR4EfY43ksfJ12a85r0B8AxIXI8LuYUDjGbFrVmisSRLMHzXAz46-WETn8JyPYnXrPRNjUHNbvPKSaiql8-rqnEp7OSJ_U3nCjdfVszw8g4veNoTJHCOgX9RgoWyR-Cn4JHkHigkuRrd_ZrX1K_beTj7g1akwTa8ULPZGr3eaGn2yJ/s320/IMG_2152.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="240" data-original-width="320" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjNBOSAEUN_W_RR4EfY43ksfJ12a85r0B8AxIXI8LuYUDjGbFrVmisSRLMHzXAz46-WETn8JyPYnXrPRNjUHNbvPKSaiql8-rqnEp7OSJ_U3nCjdfVszw8g4veNoTJHCOgX9RgoWyR-Cn4JHkHigkuRrd_ZrX1K_beTj7g1akwTa8ULPZGr3eaGn2yJ/s1600/IMG_2152.JPG" width="320" /></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj4gTtPhrrBj5t0Mqe4PxWcSN9hQ2qb3vWC9GK0vHZHrtyaf3hOFsKggggzIgemzQ7oqA5Zu514oQ7m_Xt1jgu1cKfDT1C29xobLMMKxM3sB7BWmgUsuwpU8hwEyYZutD9SHUlpcydbGPFZ_18WX3SdsIvZXD2x9c3D473ccTD9amF0gR5yF9tyEhC9/s320/IMG_2153.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="320" data-original-width="240" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj4gTtPhrrBj5t0Mqe4PxWcSN9hQ2qb3vWC9GK0vHZHrtyaf3hOFsKggggzIgemzQ7oqA5Zu514oQ7m_Xt1jgu1cKfDT1C29xobLMMKxM3sB7BWmgUsuwpU8hwEyYZutD9SHUlpcydbGPFZ_18WX3SdsIvZXD2x9c3D473ccTD9amF0gR5yF9tyEhC9/s1600/IMG_2153.JPG" width="240" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><div><br /></div><div><br />I hope that someday it will be restored, and again open to visitors. I am grateful that we were able to visit it before the fire, on one of our previous trips.</div><div><br />After meandering around for a while, we stumbled upon the L'Hotel de Ville, aka City Hall; what an amazing building! It dates back as far as 1535 and is of Renaissance Revival and French Renaissance architecture.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhym1S0YA_3Mxt9CeD-1K8tW-MvinuxEDJu7e_bqSbw-KXgqXcOIz5nRh3321DHLiomI_t8SAiHL_Mm4bKuUhyCfdCqpXp8OCLj1p1eLUQhQZhiic_L6ZmAwjmoPl81KAYON_g0csqS9c2HoUhNR0eLIlurn2h1oEXwtGN2e0bE6k9tjPeB8-i1O0w_/s320/IMG_2122.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="240" data-original-width="320" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhym1S0YA_3Mxt9CeD-1K8tW-MvinuxEDJu7e_bqSbw-KXgqXcOIz5nRh3321DHLiomI_t8SAiHL_Mm4bKuUhyCfdCqpXp8OCLj1p1eLUQhQZhiic_L6ZmAwjmoPl81KAYON_g0csqS9c2HoUhNR0eLIlurn2h1oEXwtGN2e0bE6k9tjPeB8-i1O0w_/s1600/IMG_2122.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgu44l2vQCDv02TfuvT5fQ87pp5kLbH5GdEJtj2dYqe6pmgc9VQge_vilBVlnJ-WdGG2Efa321DKQHlVQhqM1uw6fReJWsw6_vjrzJsPXTtlxjluWJt-FEVyLJagNX28sxypPCzysvg9oibhhuiC_kzcRe65Bh95Bq0Z94QiQtypomdpE_qkrjF09BC/s320/IMG_2124.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="240" data-original-width="320" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgu44l2vQCDv02TfuvT5fQ87pp5kLbH5GdEJtj2dYqe6pmgc9VQge_vilBVlnJ-WdGG2Efa321DKQHlVQhqM1uw6fReJWsw6_vjrzJsPXTtlxjluWJt-FEVyLJagNX28sxypPCzysvg9oibhhuiC_kzcRe65Bh95Bq0Z94QiQtypomdpE_qkrjF09BC/s1600/IMG_2124.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><br /><br /><div><br />It was kinda cool to see the Olympic Rings displayed in front of the City Hall since Paris is hosting the 2024 Summer Olympics.</div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgbccgOYasqpLrER1H4kjZD1G5OfjuziCVsv0wS_qMrOsNo_JTD77vOGC8AUbIMfywHB6mMjqv9aZZF-lt6n3NbRTKUBpKb_kWmgJEX8ukYCbpvE7_KEuHf5fQRdmRoh07g2sICmRyQ-bAQlXEUDINYmpm3_dZmdKAl0rlvF0CiUFwbd6Uc4MfjyhHn/s320/IMG_2125.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="240" data-original-width="320" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgbccgOYasqpLrER1H4kjZD1G5OfjuziCVsv0wS_qMrOsNo_JTD77vOGC8AUbIMfywHB6mMjqv9aZZF-lt6n3NbRTKUBpKb_kWmgJEX8ukYCbpvE7_KEuHf5fQRdmRoh07g2sICmRyQ-bAQlXEUDINYmpm3_dZmdKAl0rlvF0CiUFwbd6Uc4MfjyhHn/s1600/IMG_2125.JPG" width="320" /></a></div> <br />A quick walk over to The Fountaine of St. Michel, and then we were back on the metro "home." I was so doggone tired that I took a shower and was in my jammies by 6 pm!</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiz2nqFKAHYZKu8o6Li8lRbnAZ_ha_kkHvLiiGqLBLjYCxH7sFpvGpROvUTtqEVHN6XM8eQkMBV9R6aOj00DYdQ7uMepSMoEoYIe3YJ9UJ3AVl6zHeHaYp-ocYHPMwLGrhfD0q5OcjQ4IkxsUOopbOy8JseRPSdKIbTg44wGwsioDUERUICWMJMihRB/s320/IMG_2164.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="320" data-original-width="240" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiz2nqFKAHYZKu8o6Li8lRbnAZ_ha_kkHvLiiGqLBLjYCxH7sFpvGpROvUTtqEVHN6XM8eQkMBV9R6aOj00DYdQ7uMepSMoEoYIe3YJ9UJ3AVl6zHeHaYp-ocYHPMwLGrhfD0q5OcjQ4IkxsUOopbOy8JseRPSdKIbTg44wGwsioDUERUICWMJMihRB/s1600/IMG_2164.JPG" width="240" /></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjQyI4oVYS91pu-fJqCLQGcCWEJ7usUj_BsUbKx9j3T97Edz3-KqyJD4_7COifham8627lHJg5bRYiWYGicvQKDgsvUA1RXV297ee8J0_iXygkrGh4ao0BI3nc2AjDaiDjGE2tkygCbbgR6ORC8n0X03lSJCteO9K2cTJTWZjs9tKnfF-g9NhdUZdhC/s320/IMG_2165.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; 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it was the best pastrami sandwich I have ever had.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhSI4P6e6aLhcbvsB-MIUWjZXKQTRvFwxReYRXD-t8otRQS8IY5RDpFgYIPQZbY8ye84ukqytI4vALy2VqkMKZOpibLxU0OGX3UZ-KxCYq5w_6YLUqNgdEl8psVcDpwbSgrNbNtrKuVaxi82jxsr7f95ZOD5uByaXcHb4KNrIwVKqviqxI7NYjt0gg6/s4032/ECBB53B2-CE1B-4901-B1CE-5A787E264EBA.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhSI4P6e6aLhcbvsB-MIUWjZXKQTRvFwxReYRXD-t8otRQS8IY5RDpFgYIPQZbY8ye84ukqytI4vALy2VqkMKZOpibLxU0OGX3UZ-KxCYq5w_6YLUqNgdEl8psVcDpwbSgrNbNtrKuVaxi82jxsr7f95ZOD5uByaXcHb4KNrIwVKqviqxI7NYjt0gg6/s320/ECBB53B2-CE1B-4901-B1CE-5A787E264EBA.jpeg" width="240" /></a></div><br /><div><br />Life is good, I am tired, three more sleeps and we will be home!</div><div><br />Night y'all!</div></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><p>FaceBook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/1231868863613342">CML: A Place for Hope and Humor</a></p><p>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/cmlmichele">https://www.instagram.com/cmlmichele</a></p><p>Email: CMLMichele59@gmail.com</p></div><br />Michelehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18185513255737012093noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7402247635006701650.post-57536051716159793262022-09-18T14:38:00.004-07:002022-09-18T14:52:32.456-07:00Musee d'Orsay; A Lovely Museum!<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEii-pUNd3GYWc_xc8TDcxJU7aVIRuoKYgj2fqiXRQVd4zqpHg8D8Rw6bZrSv40XcDFlUMlBoR0LwcyAkMKxM5pz7qKYrQIwmFskTuMfy8F0nE2krPZfo7zx6KA_6WbgTjMiJ8tnXclpAnGc89albZbFK_9fOQ6uKCjzKRThiAgfhRAWjG47jUG7lxwF/s320/IMG_1840.JPG" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="240" data-original-width="320" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEii-pUNd3GYWc_xc8TDcxJU7aVIRuoKYgj2fqiXRQVd4zqpHg8D8Rw6bZrSv40XcDFlUMlBoR0LwcyAkMKxM5pz7qKYrQIwmFskTuMfy8F0nE2krPZfo7zx6KA_6WbgTjMiJ8tnXclpAnGc89albZbFK_9fOQ6uKCjzKRThiAgfhRAWjG47jUG7lxwF/s1600/IMG_1840.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><br />This morning, looking out of the window across the street, we had a friend. A cat. He was just the cutest, sitting there in the sun. I can only imagine the cost of living in the apartments across the street, what a lucky cat!<p></p><p>After another slow start (I think I am getting really tired!), we headed to the Musee d'Orsay on the metro. It was pretty easy to get there, with only one transfer. The Musee d' Orsay is located on the Left Bank of the Seine, in the old Gare d'Orsay, a Beaux-Arts railway station that had received permission to be demolished.</p><div><br /></div>I am so very glad that those plans changed, as it is a beautiful building, now housing the largest collection of Impressionist and post- Impressionist masterpieces, in the world, by painters including Berthe Morisot, Claude Monet, Eduard Manet, Degas, Renoir, Cezanne, Seurat, Sisley, Gaugin, and Van Gogh.<div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjRUrkRSCr2aAdhf5--PVkrq5QEjL-2nQyeTlJDRuL14fsFEbwB7QN7-UHi7EZm68HcuKfYoCkT7KoUzhH7fHRO4C7DYggipBeEla0iI-agT_Mx2KQSIjt4rIuTWcudiEKZpt3NAp3Mx56OSA1bKjGodymXB8x4EpCRyy9UlaFReQ1TjDmzzASpE2y8/s320/IMG_1860.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="320" data-original-width="240" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjRUrkRSCr2aAdhf5--PVkrq5QEjL-2nQyeTlJDRuL14fsFEbwB7QN7-UHi7EZm68HcuKfYoCkT7KoUzhH7fHRO4C7DYggipBeEla0iI-agT_Mx2KQSIjt4rIuTWcudiEKZpt3NAp3Mx56OSA1bKjGodymXB8x4EpCRyy9UlaFReQ1TjDmzzASpE2y8/s1600/IMG_1860.JPG" width="240" /></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjb-v5UAv2_jjadUhq5e9wMNH-97Hd9kfEKZrcY40tDw1zE2ceDhXa47tYsqJmFZ1U3x24mvQnK6YeqQ_k-GNIPZ_2fdZV6LH8VexKLU5i_zbQ3MNhlWb0TiURcBucxPfPPvtgeO30KdzIpVOSIkkb9aP6n-L4__UG_eHAYdIMA8ZPb8KlWIwqxyW0C/s320/IMG_1871.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; 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Too bad there was no one to video! There was also a large clock, that we were actually behind, looking out at the views of Paris. I don't know what it is about large clocks, but I just love them!</span></div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjas90Ba_8k9GsZAauVL4cnylLX8tCk8NAI10OPxpVDNvT5V39RTcB4UTyZX8HrTPRunuaAfifk3jEkZ_8TdBhahS5ESl60I23302h_aAUtI1ShbXuCrdxX1ryFHne_EHuNiwxytHGFHbzq63WL4B2Ct0eusjzSrcz1xRH9F7nMABNtToQS-HzStBc_/s320/IMG_1999.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="240" data-original-width="320" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjas90Ba_8k9GsZAauVL4cnylLX8tCk8NAI10OPxpVDNvT5V39RTcB4UTyZX8HrTPRunuaAfifk3jEkZ_8TdBhahS5ESl60I23302h_aAUtI1ShbXuCrdxX1ryFHne_EHuNiwxytHGFHbzq63WL4B2Ct0eusjzSrcz1xRH9F7nMABNtToQS-HzStBc_/s1600/IMG_1999.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjCbaMVLRMCvmVDOhd18BLRzFhr4lviikMpaSJf4AsPj7M2uccP1vO1AoX8UADyy-JS7sREQWg3EGTZR1xirTA5qWBKB_HV_5dZvFZIJhWkCL5YI6Mud67_dd6NfaUJipmb2MFtPlXHslDcCfwS0lE-r9kA9zCwmXmn3ovqdaxRVzqQFKWwTPH4N3HI/s320/IMG_1862.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="240" data-original-width="320" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjCbaMVLRMCvmVDOhd18BLRzFhr4lviikMpaSJf4AsPj7M2uccP1vO1AoX8UADyy-JS7sREQWg3EGTZR1xirTA5qWBKB_HV_5dZvFZIJhWkCL5YI6Mud67_dd6NfaUJipmb2MFtPlXHslDcCfwS0lE-r9kA9zCwmXmn3ovqdaxRVzqQFKWwTPH4N3HI/s1600/IMG_1862.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div>There were so many other paintings and sculptures that were magnificent also, and I loved the Chat Noir. I thoroughly enjoyed the day.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgi9BioIT6RcPeDqW7lhKMNSWOHGnEUZ4G80zQQ9fueas8mKf-q2VdrR5wT5vtFsEheLoNbAhXipXJAGa3_PcImRpRt7__F_qj9ztblulzCN2mMFt4SjwgDMeh4htrCe3_3J9tU8Y_qNosr5DqKuOx_KUtIfoOwXwor4Wl2Ir1Bbr4NZpgAX32N-K_l/s320/IMG_1886.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="240" data-original-width="320" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgi9BioIT6RcPeDqW7lhKMNSWOHGnEUZ4G80zQQ9fueas8mKf-q2VdrR5wT5vtFsEheLoNbAhXipXJAGa3_PcImRpRt7__F_qj9ztblulzCN2mMFt4SjwgDMeh4htrCe3_3J9tU8Y_qNosr5DqKuOx_KUtIfoOwXwor4Wl2Ir1Bbr4NZpgAX32N-K_l/s1600/IMG_1886.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjVqcmvOuw8Ww2ViTRkqmuU47VN1358cVal1pqpS7gBnJvU84dZRrC7_xCmFIwGU5X3IYAp4PuHHNZq-cQTdZ2KIRpXY6qxFJVA12FAfFXdmveqDk40nhNTldrBu3TFkSAd_PNlmN-JdNovAmGaCrGMaYBMfuuZRG8UuwyGAvvGZaooPNbftEZR1hGI/s320/IMG_1882.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="240" data-original-width="320" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjVqcmvOuw8Ww2ViTRkqmuU47VN1358cVal1pqpS7gBnJvU84dZRrC7_xCmFIwGU5X3IYAp4PuHHNZq-cQTdZ2KIRpXY6qxFJVA12FAfFXdmveqDk40nhNTldrBu3TFkSAd_PNlmN-JdNovAmGaCrGMaYBMfuuZRG8UuwyGAvvGZaooPNbftEZR1hGI/s1600/IMG_1882.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi3c8cMlNrQK2gZGliBBuE_Tc8PeZ88w0ALVMXZAFoZuxDpSh9bFo7O_c3zG9YggTjYvvNDPbgAMNcNy3rd47mxMSsuLi008efVVzJr4oqhT-KYlxPPRMNKpbnzLQ9NCtEMOhOHPXH6XhQV3JKXdd9RoVdTck7ei8SXjCGKm_CEwMFMy7wHkMdGrDbi/s320/IMG_1883.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="240" data-original-width="320" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi3c8cMlNrQK2gZGliBBuE_Tc8PeZ88w0ALVMXZAFoZuxDpSh9bFo7O_c3zG9YggTjYvvNDPbgAMNcNy3rd47mxMSsuLi008efVVzJr4oqhT-KYlxPPRMNKpbnzLQ9NCtEMOhOHPXH6XhQV3JKXdd9RoVdTck7ei8SXjCGKm_CEwMFMy7wHkMdGrDbi/s1600/IMG_1883.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhSzCkbxzetvUnVv7QKqc6rKykQLYm1D4RLePNFuiwKjIMQJoVuNYlXkToGfSMvS1hHramqCCV25_No0R7Oylaxr59z1f8B5X8Ta_0qI-evj41AayCTTUBY1p_Dn94jXF3LaKR36ebzMnqIt8Jtgzc_OBKC-p4GLreoDw2wha_pxzoTct3fInHn5NXR/s320/IMG_1884.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="240" data-original-width="320" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhSzCkbxzetvUnVv7QKqc6rKykQLYm1D4RLePNFuiwKjIMQJoVuNYlXkToGfSMvS1hHramqCCV25_No0R7Oylaxr59z1f8B5X8Ta_0qI-evj41AayCTTUBY1p_Dn94jXF3LaKR36ebzMnqIt8Jtgzc_OBKC-p4GLreoDw2wha_pxzoTct3fInHn5NXR/s1600/IMG_1884.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="text-align: left;">Coming out of the museum, I could scarcely think about the metro ride back to the hotel, so we went across the street and had a coffee (yay), a beer, and a profiterole; a cream puff-type pastry, filled with vanilla ice cream (the best ever), and chocolate syrup. It was all AMAZE-BALLS!</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="text-align: left;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgPFqDxCMJEZbAIuVE3z9Wtif0cGbW1neO5RIaeerG6X2xwtUPWtJr8tEHsdWVv_73Uip9Xw3lveyGEDvOr3C5XBz7OL0YjtslHzPBB0UIGcYy0xsvzuB7kwbbqlaPPhopQfeZeFKESvo5j_QNDxAfJtyRyq4kbj_E-wRCMwCXSnTpgKzAD5QTB5Int/s320/IMG_2061.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="240" data-original-width="320" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgPFqDxCMJEZbAIuVE3z9Wtif0cGbW1neO5RIaeerG6X2xwtUPWtJr8tEHsdWVv_73Uip9Xw3lveyGEDvOr3C5XBz7OL0YjtslHzPBB0UIGcYy0xsvzuB7kwbbqlaPPhopQfeZeFKESvo5j_QNDxAfJtyRyq4kbj_E-wRCMwCXSnTpgKzAD5QTB5Int/s1600/IMG_2061.JPG" width="320" /></a></div></div><div><br /></div><div>We enjoyed chatting with a couple from Canada on holiday and shared many travel stories. We met such amazing people on this trip, and everyone is so happy to be traveling again.</div><div><br /></div><div>We literally sardined ourselves onto a metro and made it back to our hood to have dinner. When in France have Thai food, right? I guess we are on a kick and have yet to go wrong with that choice.<br />Dinner was delicious and I was happy to get back to the hotel to shower away the day, and get into my jammies!</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh2N4XksH3DBR1Mq4Vl57zYCd2CcHiVl-aw_AYnXdKL1yH5ttglz7K8xkCqaG6yDztfzc0IB7HHmXJ7F9AVMAbPG-qxbve1H3DYi6U4-vKJAHnH7dRZgLfDPPYUcGdVJpkfzWtX6t5BKjroayJ6HisTZRVgEm_zj0PgXzKJ892Ij9yYKYi1eWMvufRw/s320/IMG_2062.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="240" data-original-width="320" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh2N4XksH3DBR1Mq4Vl57zYCd2CcHiVl-aw_AYnXdKL1yH5ttglz7K8xkCqaG6yDztfzc0IB7HHmXJ7F9AVMAbPG-qxbve1H3DYi6U4-vKJAHnH7dRZgLfDPPYUcGdVJpkfzWtX6t5BKjroayJ6HisTZRVgEm_zj0PgXzKJ892Ij9yYKYi1eWMvufRw/s1600/IMG_2062.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div><br />Four more sleeps and we will be home!</div><div><br />Night y'all!</div></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><p style="text-align: center;">FaceBook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/1231868863613342">CML: A Place for Hope and Humor</a></p><p style="text-align: center;">Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/cmlmichele">https://www.instagram.com/cmlmichele</a></p><p style="text-align: center;">Email: CMLMichele59@gmail.com</p></div>Michelehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18185513255737012093noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7402247635006701650.post-65349180875575867992022-09-17T14:35:00.003-07:002022-09-17T15:37:02.771-07:00Traveling to Paris During a Strike, and a Day in Paris!<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhM_FjllCMzKCaNcDOXK-eiGuq4Ev1pwNI94-orXWh5bb-yGWVKOMroxTel9HfN4gHiLNOWqONV4XG2YbzuSdWXNdIqjcVKned4J6FUhh4jdp1RNS4KDvsfiXq3ygynJnpSccbvR2J6vG1P6nI_RXEBWZ0ZbI-VpwaOE3kiQahpOtuCcagco6_FHS_c/s320/IMG_1753.JPG" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="320" data-original-width="240" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhM_FjllCMzKCaNcDOXK-eiGuq4Ev1pwNI94-orXWh5bb-yGWVKOMroxTel9HfN4gHiLNOWqONV4XG2YbzuSdWXNdIqjcVKned4J6FUhh4jdp1RNS4KDvsfiXq3ygynJnpSccbvR2J6vG1P6nI_RXEBWZ0ZbI-VpwaOE3kiQahpOtuCcagco6_FHS_c/s1600/IMG_1753.JPG" width="240" /></a></div><br />We were informed, a few days ago, that there was going to be an air traffic controller strike, in France, on the day we were scheduled to fly to Paris and our flight "might" be canceled. We didn't worry too much, as it wouldn't be a trip to Europe without a transportation strike. We figured we would deal, if and when the time came.<p></p>Fortunately, our flight was not canceled, only delayed by three hours, and we made it to our hotel by 10 pm. While we were waiting to check in our baggage, there were only two gals working at the Air France check-in. Since we were next in line, in the priority line, we weren't too concerned.<div><br /><div>All of a sudden, a passenger in the line started yelling at the gal that was checking in a passenger; granted, it was taking forever, as I am sure people were missing connections, or their flights had been canceled, but still....he should not have yelled at her, because after she apologized, and he kept mouthing off, she simply got up, and walked away. Yup, she just walked right off of the job, right past him and down the hall, and never came back. Eventually, they sent another worker, but here is a tip, from me to you, don't piss off the workers that show up to do their job! </div><div>I thought it was great!<br /><div><br /></div><div>We took the train from Charles DeGaulle, and then the metro; welcome to Paris! A busker jumped on our metro and began playing some sort of keyboard, that he blew into, and then he sang "LA Bamba!" Yes, my face was smiling under my mask, and I had happy tears, and chill bumps!</div><div><br />Fortunately, in Paris, people eat dinner LATE, as we were hungry! People after my own heart. We walked down the street and found a bustling, Italian Restaurant, and had a delicious, non-traditional pizza.</div><div><br /></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiAsrWJp7Jm9RXI2qewKp4dl83ye5FjILttz_ck3QRq0Hre7naZDjovdrZVPWvqw5vHt8R7inEuqNsDhk_segb3tP7pAGnADLf6oibevN5gVsmYXlo3k6OoWGjtAG3Brs98UUU-YYIKVyX1kNY16UYzUigFmxJ1iPusjx5KmYI0TtOtLfEHcJxLbk2q/s320/IMG_1697.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="240" data-original-width="320" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiAsrWJp7Jm9RXI2qewKp4dl83ye5FjILttz_ck3QRq0Hre7naZDjovdrZVPWvqw5vHt8R7inEuqNsDhk_segb3tP7pAGnADLf6oibevN5gVsmYXlo3k6OoWGjtAG3Brs98UUU-YYIKVyX1kNY16UYzUigFmxJ1iPusjx5KmYI0TtOtLfEHcJxLbk2q/s1600/IMG_1697.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><br /> Afterward, we came back to the hotel, and I realized that if I stuck my head, out of the window, I could see the Eiffel tower sparkle! Doesn't get much better than that!</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiJE6qrcNsZJVLeEfmB7LERIcmjE8o-qp87epNoRRoJP53BBidVmNZ73N1CY-FXcAefqnOnvXhdoQ9IAobRb40SJWeJDBhRxEPA_fXbBEysr5tSxpUScXE4Go34kyjL_Lg91kDAL4FWkU_H_FF4dlQ5rToCQOUTgBG3OngYpJGiH11K7RjheaOYJhSO/s320/IMG_1703.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="320" data-original-width="240" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiJE6qrcNsZJVLeEfmB7LERIcmjE8o-qp87epNoRRoJP53BBidVmNZ73N1CY-FXcAefqnOnvXhdoQ9IAobRb40SJWeJDBhRxEPA_fXbBEysr5tSxpUScXE4Go34kyjL_Lg91kDAL4FWkU_H_FF4dlQ5rToCQOUTgBG3OngYpJGiH11K7RjheaOYJhSO/s1600/IMG_1703.JPG" width="240" /></a></div><br /><div><br /></div><div><br />After a good night's sleep, since we were so close to the Eiffel Tower, we decided to walk over that way, and take a gander. It was just as magnificent as ever, and there were people everywhere. So many tourists! I was surprised, as it is the middle of September.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiD99Wj7kfrXRQjmUTqaVMqoosL9R-t1iUf0wchwKdOULMFLd9NoAs26gK7EXo66piPNnbfqqvXZPNPOap5DM4RcsMmT5y9oqYjDPGPy8curyRwqpQ-2FqU7yZeDjFmaUes7iVx6UExiuLGz15hMj6EJPoBQ2J2oUruV--w2ZiGtpyG31R3h1m5GEAH/s320/IMG_1752.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="320" data-original-width="240" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiD99Wj7kfrXRQjmUTqaVMqoosL9R-t1iUf0wchwKdOULMFLd9NoAs26gK7EXo66piPNnbfqqvXZPNPOap5DM4RcsMmT5y9oqYjDPGPy8curyRwqpQ-2FqU7yZeDjFmaUes7iVx6UExiuLGz15hMj6EJPoBQ2J2oUruV--w2ZiGtpyG31R3h1m5GEAH/s1600/IMG_1752.JPG" width="240" /></a></div><br /><div><br />Since we had no real plan, we walked away from the Eiffel Tower, towards a neighborhood, in search of a baguette sandwich, which we found a few blocks away. We sat in the park, in front of the Eiffel Tower, and had lunch; life is grand!</div><div><br /></div><div><br />As we were sitting on the bench, I had this great idea; "Let's go to Sacre Couer and Montmartre!" We can get there. I say this with confidence, as we do not have a smartphone, only a dumb one, that has not been turned on since we left the states.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgmqBEey7bxHNd0V7U09GBNtdXpEwzCzM5EpDr4t9yJ6-3y5qhnmjVU-E8xOp8iEuq3x54Oe3QLBRRSYjyJ7yRM3HyY3a8mUsvp5f--B4Q_VLnt-Pav7OL_3obDWPMPr6-2QgeSZU-dbFgW-p8iAWZUTppdfN75f95JkQPSpGEjs-cMtcaJnwqbynxF/s320/IMG_1709.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="240" data-original-width="320" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgmqBEey7bxHNd0V7U09GBNtdXpEwzCzM5EpDr4t9yJ6-3y5qhnmjVU-E8xOp8iEuq3x54Oe3QLBRRSYjyJ7yRM3HyY3a8mUsvp5f--B4Q_VLnt-Pav7OL_3obDWPMPr6-2QgeSZU-dbFgW-p8iAWZUTppdfN75f95JkQPSpGEjs-cMtcaJnwqbynxF/s1600/IMG_1709.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgrTrdxFIz0I3RG9uiIghWLhuDFnCTFWE34EQ5PVO60I2S_krMVjXhYwaEP8v4mm98edTiZHbm5UNfAevvHGQurdgmZK-LT4k5oGa1pVl6ywdYfrmBlg--L2icfGWRUTco5yvxznGra14bqGp4HfLtUrfcZt1sbPBw8U55yjm7af301E2n_rAnJEYaX/s320/IMG_1713.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="240" data-original-width="320" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgrTrdxFIz0I3RG9uiIghWLhuDFnCTFWE34EQ5PVO60I2S_krMVjXhYwaEP8v4mm98edTiZHbm5UNfAevvHGQurdgmZK-LT4k5oGa1pVl6ywdYfrmBlg--L2icfGWRUTco5yvxznGra14bqGp4HfLtUrfcZt1sbPBw8U55yjm7af301E2n_rAnJEYaX/s1600/IMG_1713.JPG" width="320" /></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjusCRKQq3Y0wwaUEzmM_bHyFq7V6UXN3aCBovVj_IL4n_jbJuekVlKEQx7flh_QvDw4HiCEfitHq2g5z44UyUUTj-H5mdqA-46z2lmRDoknjstOjsRKecKzvx80k_RDDt-4pyMPOND47nE5CyHP_qEkEl3zAUGyhc3GAFlJi-z0LfT6CyDrBnYv1r0/s320/IMG_1716.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="320" data-original-width="240" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjusCRKQq3Y0wwaUEzmM_bHyFq7V6UXN3aCBovVj_IL4n_jbJuekVlKEQx7flh_QvDw4HiCEfitHq2g5z44UyUUTj-H5mdqA-46z2lmRDoknjstOjsRKecKzvx80k_RDDt-4pyMPOND47nE5CyHP_qEkEl3zAUGyhc3GAFlJi-z0LfT6CyDrBnYv1r0/s1600/IMG_1716.JPG" width="240" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjJUcH_IgQU7wNudX56rADD1JOVC0m6YO8i_uK-saxvjnsBXexmubvZNYWai21h5V__BQFWJAC_-2b5otQGB_TgHsetAFG-do2Kec1rf6A-Ujl5txrrzo1y7S2iKdoL2xjUqItm4wxithLAAt8GLFkWBv2Yv0VxcrXlFij8gZw8mpB2-FYR-yhRa7qT/s320/IMG_1719.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="240" data-original-width="320" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjJUcH_IgQU7wNudX56rADD1JOVC0m6YO8i_uK-saxvjnsBXexmubvZNYWai21h5V__BQFWJAC_-2b5otQGB_TgHsetAFG-do2Kec1rf6A-Ujl5txrrzo1y7S2iKdoL2xjUqItm4wxithLAAt8GLFkWBv2Yv0VxcrXlFij8gZw8mpB2-FYR-yhRa7qT/s1600/IMG_1719.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjK7ueh_95sunMTp52pSP3n1T1zyCmgq3mgqrlcZeXz0QiZTAW9vaS5YRCXOVhl6SDXQWjNr9PoXASbC3oELOC9zIi-8oMDEMFjE-coiN9LQzV0xHv64TiueqbLy60NCBcQMxNF2QrLqaYoOjyRkG4OSYlaTgWfRFtqdpG37GD3ck_tsDcMUBxVs3rI/s320/IMG_1743.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="240" data-original-width="320" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjK7ueh_95sunMTp52pSP3n1T1zyCmgq3mgqrlcZeXz0QiZTAW9vaS5YRCXOVhl6SDXQWjNr9PoXASbC3oELOC9zIi-8oMDEMFjE-coiN9LQzV0xHv64TiueqbLy60NCBcQMxNF2QrLqaYoOjyRkG4OSYlaTgWfRFtqdpG37GD3ck_tsDcMUBxVs3rI/s1600/IMG_1743.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div>I asked a passerby where the closest metro was, and off we went. While we were looking at the metro map, trying to figure out which trains to take, a young gal asked, in English, if we needed some help. We said, "Yes, that would be great." She looked up Sacre Couer and told us how to get there, and since there were no ticket kiosks, she said, "Come on, just go through on my ticket!"</div><div> <br />So, off the three of us darted through the metro gates; two old people, sneaking onto the metro! lol<br />She was on the same train and we learned that her name was Alley, and she was from Oregon, and she was touring Europe for six weeks, alone! Staying in hostels. Needless to say, I was impressed. I had to laugh when her mother texted her and said, "You are moving fast, are you on a metro?" Something I would so do if she were mine!</div><div><br /></div><div><br />We wished her safe travels and thanked her for her help.</div><div><br />On our way up the big hill to Sacre Couer, we stopped at Saint-Jean de Montmartre, where there was a wedding just getting ready to start. We have seen so many weddings! This church is built in an Art Nouveau design of reinforced concrete. Simple, yet lovely.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh1I1Kt0NtApOJOXwFRoHAiCUp_ehLbZRje5AJ8JTWkJAlNmKQlwDVYPYt-8hD08jam927jmxa5UA9jGV1YlJkkiCYpsI_0iA2iSOOwldEVztOd3BnYevft0yNKw3aTmbGT7xXVz3db6k853lL5toeCQmMBvw-gBdQYJ1ABj9BG2IfFuRK2cbYD7ShD/s320/IMG_1767.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="240" data-original-width="320" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh1I1Kt0NtApOJOXwFRoHAiCUp_ehLbZRje5AJ8JTWkJAlNmKQlwDVYPYt-8hD08jam927jmxa5UA9jGV1YlJkkiCYpsI_0iA2iSOOwldEVztOd3BnYevft0yNKw3aTmbGT7xXVz3db6k853lL5toeCQmMBvw-gBdQYJ1ABj9BG2IfFuRK2cbYD7ShD/s1600/IMG_1767.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div>I loved seeing the carousel, the Galerie D'Art, all of the buskers, and artists, and the amazing view of Paris. 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We were just too pooped to wait, so we settled for Italian, again!</div><div><br /></div><div>PS: I don’t want you to miss this!</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><iframe allowfullscreen='allowfullscreen' webkitallowfullscreen='webkitallowfullscreen' mozallowfullscreen='mozallowfullscreen' width='320' height='266' src='https://www.blogger.com/video.g?token=AD6v5dx9V7uXkqQ5f3gdszfcnHZotfEiULai9PevgDwcKC__f_1ce2Hfu1hIo8KpX_PcCfCdnQsGvdx5ZxrxkzfbZw' class='b-hbp-video b-uploaded' frameborder='0'></iframe></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div><br />It was good but not as good as we remembered, and the Marriott Hotel, where we have previously stayed was shut down, which was quite a shock. We are guessing that maybe it was covid.<br />All full, and 14,000 plus steps and we were ready for our hotel.</div><div><br />It was a good day.</div><div><br />Night y'all!<br /></div></div></div><div><br /></div><div><p style="text-align: center;">FaceBook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/1231868863613342">CML: A Place for Hope and Humor</a></p><p style="text-align: center;">Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/cmlmichele">https://www.instagram.com/cmlmichele</a></p><p style="text-align: center;">Email: CMLMichele59@gmail.com</p></div>Michelehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18185513255737012093noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7402247635006701650.post-1000533087648628502022-09-17T03:23:00.002-07:002022-09-17T03:24:31.873-07:00Last Day in Munich; Munich Residence, Churches, and Indian Food!<p><span face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-size: small;"></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhtN_fCZfo5KiTN3-cB-KP0tyhN7LcvT--TPc30PRWghk23_XGnJFl_QW5zR4-NnzbTdW45PBG-hro6p_y4kYIAPrsf77QIYAROFKCHrwiYZKZ6HPqkXaMMO-UFaoPG9eBRhpESrd5BqvbD12SUH7dBYdqN_iS5yOWp81lsUR-Moh_d7HzScpq_hjx3/s320/IMG_1424.JPG" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="240" data-original-width="320" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhtN_fCZfo5KiTN3-cB-KP0tyhN7LcvT--TPc30PRWghk23_XGnJFl_QW5zR4-NnzbTdW45PBG-hro6p_y4kYIAPrsf77QIYAROFKCHrwiYZKZ6HPqkXaMMO-UFaoPG9eBRhpESrd5BqvbD12SUH7dBYdqN_iS5yOWp81lsUR-Moh_d7HzScpq_hjx3/s1600/IMG_1424.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><br />Today is our last day in Munich and it is "supposed" to rain, meaning we needed to plan an indoor activity. But first, Joe walked across the street and picked up breakfast, which we were able to sit outside, on the terrace, and enjoy.<p></p><span face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-size: small;"><div><span face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-size: small;"><br /></span></div><div><span face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-size: small;"><br /></span></div><div><span face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-size: small;"><br /></span></div><div><span face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-size: small;"><br /></span></div><div><span face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-size: small;"><br /></span></div><div><span face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-size: small;"><br /></span></div><div><span face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-size: small;"><br /></span></div><div><span face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-size: small;"><br /></span></div><div><span face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-size: small;"><br /></span></div><div><span face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-size: small;"><br /></span></div><div><span face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-size: small;"><br /></span></div>We decided to head to the Munich Residence, and seat of government of the Bavarian dukes, electors, and kings, but along the way, we stopped at the Theatine Church. It was a unique church, and I have not seen one quite like it thus far.</span><div><span face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" style="color: #222222; font-size: x-small;"><br /></span></div><div><div><span face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-size: small;">It is a Catholic church built from 1663 to 1690 and was founded by Elector Ferdinand Maria and his wife, Henriette Adelaide of Savoy, as a gesture of thanks for the birth of the long-awaited heir to the Bavarian crown, Prince Max Emanuel, in 1612.</span></div><div><br style="color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small;" /><span face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-size: small;">The church was built in the Italian high-Baroque style, with many sculptures, with little color. I found it fascinating, gaudy, and simplistic at the same time. The pulpit was very dark wood, which stood out from all of the white. Interestingly enough, the outside of the church is yellow.</span></div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg42ASYg6DZBK2aBl7GDuSlPYowyqIb_ZwIvW9ivUfeaeSldTM29GFBUSy4MmnpX_XmlSX8mHnBfQwXR1qqeFd4g_X3G7fWcKECjbMHXYFmmgBmUE5vQE1V3oGD1l_qsTR7eqZCZdmjTbe6bn-ge7WODIXhIq6xAeIR4EyLQaRg5zB-Xx3I0Ewx485f/s320/IMG_1431.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="320" data-original-width="240" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg42ASYg6DZBK2aBl7GDuSlPYowyqIb_ZwIvW9ivUfeaeSldTM29GFBUSy4MmnpX_XmlSX8mHnBfQwXR1qqeFd4g_X3G7fWcKECjbMHXYFmmgBmUE5vQE1V3oGD1l_qsTR7eqZCZdmjTbe6bn-ge7WODIXhIq6xAeIR4EyLQaRg5zB-Xx3I0Ewx485f/s1600/IMG_1431.JPG" width="240" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhn0I5xkNE7Apt7sVPrwBw7IuZ4HB8m9wsZEYbwr6KSELQn9aRJnmhOdkgXjANA_MDf3FJormB2WDcgQ_9uTvmz_pWVavb2vGVJIt9xXBIPWThLODdg4Sqm2lj1osedjbEI_njU_2cVrZrSAGKrFQylJ7GSN7Q6Fm4yl3GIXOE_5Wp7t_kBdcmGwlvB/s320/IMG_1436.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; 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It is the largest city palace in Germany. The palace was severely damaged by bombing during World War II, but most of the rooms have been reconstructed by 1980.</span></div><div><span face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-size: small;"><br /></span></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgM_TlR8LYtRkFHX_lxVK-1xLhE7-QjcybevtVcyOHiE-2_4uH6EbRHZ_jO3rNYlwViOnx0KQn2xsi5ONfHDHIjIzxO2xJ-1VUelg2Kqy43bLjLIAwydjS7M9XFpARG37jk70CZSsybRo7nMlH3SmfEmtv0KzQX_40aQhMrT4kBr-hSL-XQ-jtnXOkh/s320/IMG_1477.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="320" data-original-width="240" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgM_TlR8LYtRkFHX_lxVK-1xLhE7-QjcybevtVcyOHiE-2_4uH6EbRHZ_jO3rNYlwViOnx0KQn2xsi5ONfHDHIjIzxO2xJ-1VUelg2Kqy43bLjLIAwydjS7M9XFpARG37jk70CZSsybRo7nMlH3SmfEmtv0KzQX_40aQhMrT4kBr-hSL-XQ-jtnXOkh/s1600/IMG_1477.JPG" width="240" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="320" data-original-width="240" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhDszDhx6cqMSKkmkDKNtzJohSXGAvy_VxAVdmohzy6wW7XumfSjaPP10AJJIcWX3c1eHuLzF0Xhr0lfYGEqRWkYTfYC5dQ629CuWSbbxyIRvNB60KP8N-a8CWPBdzbaRMhKBDhQPcRY_F_isXba658R0Y07VN9Wm-I0IZwjIOAQESkut2FGJQMpU78/s1600/IMG_1503.JPG" width="240" /></a></div><br /></div><div><span face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-size: small;">The Hall of Antiquities is the largest Renaissance hall north of the Alps and has so much going on, that you don't even know where to look. Gold, glitz, glam, and paintings. It took us several hours to walk through the Residence and the thing that I found most beautiful were several tapestries, of quality that I have never seen.</span></div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgb1u7ply3mQ_UExIsM0OAywklVtTdKYdS1QhUTF_QSu--RBBPVgExcl2rbdkx4MwGcl2nIWj0d8N_5jHylHsA7UFjC6W2cUMNUq5DSZhlCcc4Mc_R3mPtSMznrUyypOrYP-SEchG-_ksIVjTnDy_7QO064YJFTxmv-vwd-O3idpzjxWZyO4j09Woc0/s320/IMG_1500.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="240" data-original-width="320" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgb1u7ply3mQ_UExIsM0OAywklVtTdKYdS1QhUTF_QSu--RBBPVgExcl2rbdkx4MwGcl2nIWj0d8N_5jHylHsA7UFjC6W2cUMNUq5DSZhlCcc4Mc_R3mPtSMznrUyypOrYP-SEchG-_ksIVjTnDy_7QO064YJFTxmv-vwd-O3idpzjxWZyO4j09Woc0/s1600/IMG_1500.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjNvnwSYKy90bkmEEIqhbRUKsSVjkrze7aHFZ_Pgx0-P6SOwWM_Ko9U-bn7vvE1Pq9RWGxPd8WU9Z28lb9-WcxJCfy9GUkmv7P0_uJEELQASUKGkDC36ziEhY1T5B3cd2fSSf8FP5W5bY_l_JdRDAv5r7gpR482qSenACVlXCBA1AEyWPwNB75tMGXL/s320/IMG_1502.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; 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They had neon bars inside, and outside the toilet stalls; red for in use, green for vacant! 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I loved the crown and mini jeweled sculptures. 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I would never have imagined that I would have had such an opportunity and honor.</span></div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgVYijTY0rLV_FvTggiN2dMxxw5CIPNDCKDim-WLE-Q2i_-5LBROUVPP0tpQewpVVK3xgsABdAzS54R4xD1WE35_uYEd_JJuo7R7F_o2rhAOdj93rFzxpQPtYY_vQp5bi4-ilHQdx98UsHuMTu8lwVW7Qy8vhr2uNVJjOiVxZ3uDJsOEuaHBvCrd1te/s320/IMG_1471.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="240" data-original-width="320" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgVYijTY0rLV_FvTggiN2dMxxw5CIPNDCKDim-WLE-Q2i_-5LBROUVPP0tpQewpVVK3xgsABdAzS54R4xD1WE35_uYEd_JJuo7R7F_o2rhAOdj93rFzxpQPtYY_vQp5bi4-ilHQdx98UsHuMTu8lwVW7Qy8vhr2uNVJjOiVxZ3uDJsOEuaHBvCrd1te/s1600/IMG_1471.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi93LixXqp3mb0wVb90E9hG64q5kAr_x-GRAP_HX9vZSVDHAiotdO3VICW8xCT9KmaS4wijXrCme8h_5S1-RV74QfOKN2WggCjL7CUc9zzCRX5ON-Td8aB9_P7H3m7w9oSkdjcUXECFpwLP_HJjTHD6gG27lnOyisDbWRwu0eE8jNNr_b9Mm2adAf-Y/s320/IMG_1475.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="240" data-original-width="320" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi93LixXqp3mb0wVb90E9hG64q5kAr_x-GRAP_HX9vZSVDHAiotdO3VICW8xCT9KmaS4wijXrCme8h_5S1-RV74QfOKN2WggCjL7CUc9zzCRX5ON-Td8aB9_P7H3m7w9oSkdjcUXECFpwLP_HJjTHD6gG27lnOyisDbWRwu0eE8jNNr_b9Mm2adAf-Y/s1600/IMG_1475.JPG" width="320" /></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEieKwrhEAMyzTAjA6Nb1oofJzHJ7x7hvX5dLcIsbEnkmK-W6TBDpMBi8zU_Uiu6MPEyJQKcSWDmR49sEqeXfGxSYHtUka5pw9bFgAYTCiretDPVqICR3IxCiUx-zpAejgVk_tsnjQKp4u6mm589EVmLAiNQ6mAsNldSMXpQeZB_Z9j4spI_Hym0YQTb/s320/IMG_1564.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="320" data-original-width="240" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEieKwrhEAMyzTAjA6Nb1oofJzHJ7x7hvX5dLcIsbEnkmK-W6TBDpMBi8zU_Uiu6MPEyJQKcSWDmR49sEqeXfGxSYHtUka5pw9bFgAYTCiretDPVqICR3IxCiUx-zpAejgVk_tsnjQKp4u6mm589EVmLAiNQ6mAsNldSMXpQeZB_Z9j4spI_Hym0YQTb/s1600/IMG_1564.JPG" width="240" /></a></div><br /><div><br style="color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small;" /><span face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-size: small;">One last church, the Frauenkirche, is a Gothic church with a rich collection of 14th to 18th-century artwork. 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We had to eat inside, as it was a little chilly, but the interior made it very enjoyable!</span></div><div><span face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-size: small;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg4H3oyrpw3rbq93NzwbFLsDGg7RgiTwvMEhJdVej8JgqFK20xebTo5kZy5UaMMp8Lts7Nq3PguQocmX9jNFo7IBXb_37lPoSUpcaGPvGu_10VaibWNI5-9NJ1YRUcRUWZXiW53ToGhzxL48YLaGoScW32mq-lSBLv0Xbz2DBP3s6N4IQOUxbKVCVBh/s320/IMG_1680.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="320" data-original-width="240" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg4H3oyrpw3rbq93NzwbFLsDGg7RgiTwvMEhJdVej8JgqFK20xebTo5kZy5UaMMp8Lts7Nq3PguQocmX9jNFo7IBXb_37lPoSUpcaGPvGu_10VaibWNI5-9NJ1YRUcRUWZXiW53ToGhzxL48YLaGoScW32mq-lSBLv0Xbz2DBP3s6N4IQOUxbKVCVBh/s1600/IMG_1680.JPG" width="240" /></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh0jWDDtL_FWdGXyVq7AlxIXcAEIJFzv_4KwIcPAo3RCsp9qAS4iI3WVrN4X2lDfCDKscxt2tnTBMAUYigOwB5kDSaFT9i1HdiT_oCEEIng82nYjce-l11BlZ3JlI66-oGpi5Bb46NbgTQLKaJyfEFL_xKAnIFLHkph6ZZOQZdRs9ue6kzEMIkEKRRN/s320/IMG_1681.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; 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color: #222222; font-size: small;"><p style="color: black; text-align: center;">FaceBook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/1231868863613342">CML: A Place for Hope and Humor</a></p><p style="color: black; text-align: center;">Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/cmlmichele">https://www.instagram.com/cmlmichele</a></p><p style="color: black; text-align: center;">Email: CMLMichele59@gmail.com</p></span></div>Michelehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18185513255737012093noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7402247635006701650.post-23990672872623363832022-09-15T12:58:00.004-07:002022-09-15T13:05:29.128-07:00A Magical Day in Munich!<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgxBqgO-gIS2AuZeG4yiFQ2tkKsaKfECGQKJC7ChTbk_LW2_3u-uA78iQ3diRGsXv3aQmmJnervBEaHQLGdmTrisnYihKlm8rLptoB4Ws6HDAYLiv1LhpAoFLWCPPaCXmu__-NAUaTHd56Sf6kPtSHIfE2kjgBJT9kAF-mFRhKXuEa-xN4wI4BIiULo/s320/IMG_1207.JPG" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="240" data-original-width="320" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgxBqgO-gIS2AuZeG4yiFQ2tkKsaKfECGQKJC7ChTbk_LW2_3u-uA78iQ3diRGsXv3aQmmJnervBEaHQLGdmTrisnYihKlm8rLptoB4Ws6HDAYLiv1LhpAoFLWCPPaCXmu__-NAUaTHd56Sf6kPtSHIfE2kjgBJT9kAF-mFRhKXuEa-xN4wI4BIiULo/s1600/IMG_1207.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><br />Today showed a chance of rain in the late afternoon. After yesterday's 17,000-plus steps, I was not moving anywhere fast this morning!<p></p>Joe ran over to the bakery around noon and brought back two delicious quiches, which we gobbled up in no time. I took a nice, long, hot bath, put on a knee brace, popped a few ibuprofen, and got ready to hit the road.<div><br />We decided to give the hotel bicycles a try, as there are dedicated bike lanes everywhere, and where we wanted to go was a park; no traffic, once we got there, and it wasn't far from the hotel.</div><div><br />I haven't ridden a bike in ages, so to say I was a little nervous crossing traffic and riding on the street, in the bike lane, is an understatement! I prayed that I would find my confidence and comfort zone quickly.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi2jTp3PBA81-4CJmJUAYMomCaoZt9enVEWDC-WeCqEICYEJXLh52aTF9DjdyzbMWQ9i8LflSI3juebvXX27aMtkNzBLep0hcXie6IAAdhLMBIZIsn4kNt6bk_TcP9GvieBd2f9lg580hVpSH8pIfryOlYR8aQZL0pVa1ePsfozhBwC8eEyveY2iiSs/s320/IMG_1208.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="240" data-original-width="320" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi2jTp3PBA81-4CJmJUAYMomCaoZt9enVEWDC-WeCqEICYEJXLh52aTF9DjdyzbMWQ9i8LflSI3juebvXX27aMtkNzBLep0hcXie6IAAdhLMBIZIsn4kNt6bk_TcP9GvieBd2f9lg580hVpSH8pIfryOlYR8aQZL0pVa1ePsfozhBwC8eEyveY2iiSs/s1600/IMG_1208.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div><br />Stopping at different monuments, and the Angel of Peace along the way helped, and once we were in the park, it was smooth sailing. One of the first stops along our journey was Eisbachwelle; the best and most consistent city center location for river surfing!</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEghjoA_AIIdshKxpwULZmItx5SuTG3db5bveujqRYySIOWdvXf0OMMT1v74rO11YFSypI6hXwH4WiPk-CPKej75lLrE7uZa90QOvxsF_hgYmGOECFPHje0cDaOUA1iwyDXk6YeykXZq5e6u1cKOg4uA9GiYt9wX9BytwiO7S3rpF9GiuGQyz2geRLJB/s320/IMG_1122.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="320" data-original-width="240" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEghjoA_AIIdshKxpwULZmItx5SuTG3db5bveujqRYySIOWdvXf0OMMT1v74rO11YFSypI6hXwH4WiPk-CPKej75lLrE7uZa90QOvxsF_hgYmGOECFPHje0cDaOUA1iwyDXk6YeykXZq5e6u1cKOg4uA9GiYt9wX9BytwiO7S3rpF9GiuGQyz2geRLJB/s1600/IMG_1122.JPG" width="240" /></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiW7BwmNgMqx5mY7a8cv0lgk6SuatMJb63t0gHEZbydrcbUL7GuYRiK_kGcU5DZzFUpleipTcCo_93fE5rDluE8q1qxb7jeWwQyPuo_bH-Wzywpn0eSE4Jewmi0TwIKsSOps8WA3D1fRJl2TMuY_tXHmS8mIf87iAtB5yznxUcQaY3LPxGBHXIAZnJd/s320/IMG_1123.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; 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I was quite impressed at how many young kids were actually riding the waves that are deemed suitable, only for professionals.</span></div><div><br />We continued through the park, loving riding the bikes, as we covered so much more ground than we would have ever been able to on foot. We stopped at the Chinesischien Turm; Chinese Tower, an observation deck that was constructed from 1789-1792 but burned down during the bombing of Munich during World War II. It was reconstructed in 1952 and is considered a landmark of the Englischer Garten.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgd-HY156DWC1RRh5k1zG73k5mrqmKaMX2b5doSVJafEB86xUEBLzOtSCMCWexzCOL5uheO0Zmyqc4ybq90ymhemagRvf6W84uZ5HZV6KNmxYkAurcK8nnPkraY0nR6GPDhES20SJBXL_mmHJD6ETgGD7tIa2smfBMy7Jw6mprvpFt2cx4DNBWkMmIQ/s320/IMG_1210.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="320" data-original-width="240" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgd-HY156DWC1RRh5k1zG73k5mrqmKaMX2b5doSVJafEB86xUEBLzOtSCMCWexzCOL5uheO0Zmyqc4ybq90ymhemagRvf6W84uZ5HZV6KNmxYkAurcK8nnPkraY0nR6GPDhES20SJBXL_mmHJD6ETgGD7tIa2smfBMy7Jw6mprvpFt2cx4DNBWkMmIQ/s1600/IMG_1210.JPG" width="240" /></a></div><br /><div><br />I am certain the beer garden will be packed, next week, for Octoberfest.</div><div><br />As we continued through the park, we came to a lake. Upon the lake we many ducks, loons, and swans. One swan, in particular, was more than cooperative during my photo shoot. He was absolutely stunning, swimming around with his wings spread into a heart shape. 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Right up there with our top three meals, which makes me happy!</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgz1Ht0_mhFcbxR-0C2oaFzDqX96CXR6vWDquEsBQR-I9FDz2pmpOjd-3z38MH_u0w7J-_TKgrdpOALy2btvDvNWkhjvzamj0DGUtsIx6qsWpCn07SjM23cHGU_XGaWXZ7UOb_aL0ThqXQiH5jiEBmY0WnsfPu178mVnqiwnK3wDbivU4-Sc0pIRvEp/s320/IMG_1405.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="240" data-original-width="320" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgz1Ht0_mhFcbxR-0C2oaFzDqX96CXR6vWDquEsBQR-I9FDz2pmpOjd-3z38MH_u0w7J-_TKgrdpOALy2btvDvNWkhjvzamj0DGUtsIx6qsWpCn07SjM23cHGU_XGaWXZ7UOb_aL0ThqXQiH5jiEBmY0WnsfPu178mVnqiwnK3wDbivU4-Sc0pIRvEp/s1600/IMG_1405.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhcb-TQphn_8wKHDFv-JG2cn-uO-OwwU3m07Av_ORq64Uh4rENbLsf5NtYgp9qUa1Sc6Zb4MV5-1AmM0jhyUV7uD6SGseY4ej4TxsomU-QPEkM-yrj2PX7fiOCvT26pALHfhOpiYIGlOZ0fbgINMxeyHe_j9HyM-piECmcreUPni5aT_1Gt55_Q8irl/s320/IMG_1406.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; 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text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhniVR4QGoR7Muty_eaqeQe7lZHYPiphgmapccPwB4RBBQ2aOdJhMPK57tsPXM7rY9zGlPeCExvHEUSgWC65cqi434mTsttU1u_jp_QlyypmP0I7hwYezLIC4ZCVL3T2Q5b8KAa3E4BFXak-CpqbBNZfNpyIxK3jT-2IEIYHyG6KGrgPrTfWDrjiJd3/s320/IMG_0912.JPG" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="320" data-original-width="240" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhniVR4QGoR7Muty_eaqeQe7lZHYPiphgmapccPwB4RBBQ2aOdJhMPK57tsPXM7rY9zGlPeCExvHEUSgWC65cqi434mTsttU1u_jp_QlyypmP0I7hwYezLIC4ZCVL3T2Q5b8KAa3E4BFXak-CpqbBNZfNpyIxK3jT-2IEIYHyG6KGrgPrTfWDrjiJd3/s1600/IMG_0912.JPG" width="240" /></a></div><br />Since Dachau is so close to Munich, I felt as though we should visit the concentration camp, as not all of Europe's history is pleasant. We took the train and then we were supposed to take a bus to the concentration camp. We realized that the bus was 28 minutes away.<p></p><br />Joe said he heard two younger kids say that they were just going to walk. Thinking that it was only a mile, I said, "Come on, let's follow them!" I ran to catch them to see if they were indeed headed to the concentration camp, and once they confirmed that they were, we stalked them, the rest of the way. NOT one mile, but 5,556 steps!<div> <br />Oh, poor choice! The bus passed us, just as we arrived!</div><div><br />Walking around what used to be a concentration camp is incomprehensible.</div><div><br />Looking around at the beautiful trees surrounding the concentration camp I could scarcely imagine the nearly 200,000 people, of which 41,500 were killed, who were imprisoned there, for twelve years. There really are no words to describe a place such as this, so I will just share some of the photos that I took.</div><div><br />It was a somber experience.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjo4_adFM3U68NqqF1wQrK3udp-FkVJeqOiL0R5_wR8DrAxop-ZIsjPXkY08dw15MtcwROMD66EWYzNFp2txwXVqWfunIWxLDTUY7lmskc2sVv-i54IIiD1YRkcUrWiTGs_5C3HdFmgJl1FsxDVwTGJ4HDAi65Z3wEXE_p62M7CSn7cwFcFEt7J0q3m/s320/IMG_0846.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="240" data-original-width="320" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjo4_adFM3U68NqqF1wQrK3udp-FkVJeqOiL0R5_wR8DrAxop-ZIsjPXkY08dw15MtcwROMD66EWYzNFp2txwXVqWfunIWxLDTUY7lmskc2sVv-i54IIiD1YRkcUrWiTGs_5C3HdFmgJl1FsxDVwTGJ4HDAi65Z3wEXE_p62M7CSn7cwFcFEt7J0q3m/s1600/IMG_0846.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiK0-inrAKDqHwKxuKLjLobKByLWR4uU7A2ZVACy9v-2s--qooGXiNmO1uZjl6g6csfYTb3KJlOhylo5IJx7u13dElsi71GHpW3o28ufO-1kshJ6MnQjWgeeeLG1TjrN1BGcyn8qHFehLZlraeGyieaVhSxCNliABndHa26DxwEbOAWqehJmCKMu92g/s320/IMG_0849.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; 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text-align: center;"><br /></div><div>We took the bus back to the metro station, and stopped at Marienplatz to see the Glockenspiel do its' thing! It dates back to 1908 and re-enacts two stories from the 16th century. One celebrates the marriage of Duke Wilhelm V to Renata of Lorraine with a joust that happens every time and ends with the Bavarian knight winning, and knocking the Lothringen knight off his horse.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><iframe allowfullscreen='allowfullscreen' webkitallowfullscreen='webkitallowfullscreen' mozallowfullscreen='mozallowfullscreen' width='320' height='266' src='https://www.blogger.com/video.g?token=AD6v5dzNIDOqU5N8H-SnAbNH8F068NHAd4G4WJvHdvNuSmL0vPYijz2AGyM8te-8WYXyE3wSo6jAgB6jQMtmgW22Dw' class='b-hbp-video b-uploaded' frameborder='0'></iframe></div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgX5iBHH1TEmR-c0fxEPGaHmVdU9jSz4dR6IVN1JRnEbsVBK_ljyzSsY0b1LzVSgIBsYChMVdvFYJd3VvSA7dvVBX1ABliVUbpFFRde6ZIWcJXACygZg5v8E3yULe2KpBtiVhLJJcxEacUnm4BykV0wNdtcE7KCbc2jf09S53jMFs-lQ5-RwYlPFzA0/s320/IMG_0815.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="320" data-original-width="240" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgX5iBHH1TEmR-c0fxEPGaHmVdU9jSz4dR6IVN1JRnEbsVBK_ljyzSsY0b1LzVSgIBsYChMVdvFYJd3VvSA7dvVBX1ABliVUbpFFRde6ZIWcJXACygZg5v8E3yULe2KpBtiVhLJJcxEacUnm4BykV0wNdtcE7KCbc2jf09S53jMFs-lQ5-RwYlPFzA0/s1600/IMG_0815.JPG" width="240" /></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEii8vgXRL3ufUhIkOOX9O7LsYutn2R2hckB9175h0gB_52Vv-qYVpfpY_ecBKFNqhYs-1Xc_9wpKXiRdv4_a0544-Wf5NLCouZULerZIkLlzVDJApNaJfIt0IZtSSWDKBkRrvceNbwmxbqdbJ1AYeBpyBGFMOIgkFqoeSIcE71A095M-_jy_sxvhpsF/s320/IMG_0817.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="320" data-original-width="240" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEii8vgXRL3ufUhIkOOX9O7LsYutn2R2hckB9175h0gB_52Vv-qYVpfpY_ecBKFNqhYs-1Xc_9wpKXiRdv4_a0544-Wf5NLCouZULerZIkLlzVDJApNaJfIt0IZtSSWDKBkRrvceNbwmxbqdbJ1AYeBpyBGFMOIgkFqoeSIcE71A095M-_jy_sxvhpsF/s1600/IMG_0817.JPG" width="240" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjRP8dAMGQRCKdIy7keYNWK71XfedHSzxGLWpm31cQeUquA05EZqrIw4PXF4lalf97YuTPnMVALK9LSakE7J-u1E4Dvr-ydv4YSYGYEOQodjsU8gfy5adWitJxvKqBh_jAbl0XrTETRP3HJOVd3aBhSurXfjCfrIAAf-gxGrupy0IH-It4BrQELKCkD/s320/IMG_0953.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="240" data-original-width="320" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjRP8dAMGQRCKdIy7keYNWK71XfedHSzxGLWpm31cQeUquA05EZqrIw4PXF4lalf97YuTPnMVALK9LSakE7J-u1E4Dvr-ydv4YSYGYEOQodjsU8gfy5adWitJxvKqBh_jAbl0XrTETRP3HJOVd3aBhSurXfjCfrIAAf-gxGrupy0IH-It4BrQELKCkD/s1600/IMG_0953.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEisF4vmvy0ifReIHjYqMlofCMZniXEIifQ7JIudA-s3cM1Sy8P0wOkZHnmfUuZtBenkQJ6Wjkw0Cj1MHX89qc_D30YCwb64-2KnQrClBsoNHM3v_W_XhwCFLJdQsaV17g9uXib3aaV_rCAoFIvp6JAnft3dHSqUQsv0Eq8tTiKI-fJCI8po0ZXSaqo9/s320/IMG_0964.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="240" data-original-width="320" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEisF4vmvy0ifReIHjYqMlofCMZniXEIifQ7JIudA-s3cM1Sy8P0wOkZHnmfUuZtBenkQJ6Wjkw0Cj1MHX89qc_D30YCwb64-2KnQrClBsoNHM3v_W_XhwCFLJdQsaV17g9uXib3aaV_rCAoFIvp6JAnft3dHSqUQsv0Eq8tTiKI-fJCI8po0ZXSaqo9/s1600/IMG_0964.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div>This is followed by the second story of the cooper's dance. A dance said to "bring fresh vitality to fearful dispositions" following the plague of 1517. It was amusing, but not nearly as spectacular as the clock in Prague, or the one in the church in Rostock. Surprisingly, it only plays twice a day, three times in the summer.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><iframe allowfullscreen='allowfullscreen' webkitallowfullscreen='webkitallowfullscreen' mozallowfullscreen='mozallowfullscreen' width='320' height='266' src='https://www.blogger.com/video.g?token=AD6v5dybVEWBQA-oVkpKVIi454AxPij7RH039lYJS8eZNfmsp4MgfQ4N494WDcLpNzhiYMODIaVxHLEAi72RMLVqAw' class='b-hbp-video b-uploaded' frameborder='0'></iframe></div><br /><div><br /></div><div>We meandered through the streets, down to the Asam Church, a baroque church that was built from 1733 to 1746 by two brothers as a private church. One was a sculptor, the other a painter, and while the elements inside are extraordinary, there is so much "Baroque" going on, that it is almost laughable, In my humble opinion. I recommend looking this one up on google to get a complete overview, as it is kinda kooky!</div><div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj8vuweaGxDeMyj5tHpEaHYc5xRSFyYjDH5WliKCY6wpIoMxs6OxBzAmdTr2le4aG6vI0H61Hdq58ZwE-TD_RLdKyOq8E4VeHDxTp4zZNlQ7TBgtYFyqQr4YsebY_rPXcG_rSerQQjJXDgk7heWgUPJWUzFkZy1Be42YmiB2-rICW7-3z1UWyW3c-ks/s320/IMG_1013.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="320" data-original-width="240" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj8vuweaGxDeMyj5tHpEaHYc5xRSFyYjDH5WliKCY6wpIoMxs6OxBzAmdTr2le4aG6vI0H61Hdq58ZwE-TD_RLdKyOq8E4VeHDxTp4zZNlQ7TBgtYFyqQr4YsebY_rPXcG_rSerQQjJXDgk7heWgUPJWUzFkZy1Be42YmiB2-rICW7-3z1UWyW3c-ks/s1600/IMG_1013.JPG" width="240" /></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjhQM6yAqM7EfVeHnY0Mn35o18rKW2PvwyhIRnMH0GAeNO7NvL4TXsYFys1hwsa67gk2fMIH0GtF4b4bNDhi6EcEc2_pUbQIUGIybYpfliruqpwEE72uJ452elMi6U94Ixf0k4XO5KDuiR6bETtLaOMbIaVHolctJHjByfnmFermdJ0DePPmv4oNJt_/s320/IMG_1012.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; 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Re-fueled, we decided to go to a few more churches, since we were already near. I had an amazing Basil drink, too.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgubBTNniGfiN0Vh_OwUTD_VJ0BoAbLX_WHwTgQPJ2DDxHrEa_8OMjVo2ueoZg_4NE7tu5uVg7y9GZi4P_viNXR9hzWY9Cclwa9IUbw1IVsSYDEvbc8REaN8G3RTKlK9E-zXkKm95K6SZQz61yWNW4NJ0fGt0QKin1tbXtGblNHgYS8Z-g6SoK93A-u/s320/IMG_1027.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="240" data-original-width="320" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgubBTNniGfiN0Vh_OwUTD_VJ0BoAbLX_WHwTgQPJ2DDxHrEa_8OMjVo2ueoZg_4NE7tu5uVg7y9GZi4P_viNXR9hzWY9Cclwa9IUbw1IVsSYDEvbc8REaN8G3RTKlK9E-zXkKm95K6SZQz61yWNW4NJ0fGt0QKin1tbXtGblNHgYS8Z-g6SoK93A-u/s1600/IMG_1027.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiRX8oLMolju0pcY2kRnpdqeLMG6KcSlSoCLDbjmDLwIExIr4fS0YHwVnpRJKf6U9inUE0I92OZZkwVHA3I75AZrqbbBXpZglgWJoqqByUPYFbKzj9TtC0msdCCS9zDToX1QbvRYjek_Ojl083FSaJiGFjzN2BqzBs3XZb47B-65ePPHG39nfnUEkr2/s320/IMG_1034.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="240" data-original-width="320" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiRX8oLMolju0pcY2kRnpdqeLMG6KcSlSoCLDbjmDLwIExIr4fS0YHwVnpRJKf6U9inUE0I92OZZkwVHA3I75AZrqbbBXpZglgWJoqqByUPYFbKzj9TtC0msdCCS9zDToX1QbvRYjek_Ojl083FSaJiGFjzN2BqzBs3XZb47B-65ePPHG39nfnUEkr2/s1600/IMG_1034.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhMtPfrikfUUfFYgg15ta6JZeUpAseQ5RBXbetkgbml7hzXWNcis_xJnQKgS6fvxFXgicrUSFOB1ZdJHOlgxN0NO_lQl9pkPABWyxKC-Wssz3zGNPYp6wX2Vq6V5a6iHwf-lT8W0CQugjO4suM_rK3305Sor7x6TC-d_l9nE_lzdjqJfz7vVj01ZPY-/s320/IMG_1036.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="240" data-original-width="320" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhMtPfrikfUUfFYgg15ta6JZeUpAseQ5RBXbetkgbml7hzXWNcis_xJnQKgS6fvxFXgicrUSFOB1ZdJHOlgxN0NO_lQl9pkPABWyxKC-Wssz3zGNPYp6wX2Vq6V5a6iHwf-lT8W0CQugjO4suM_rK3305Sor7x6TC-d_l9nE_lzdjqJfz7vVj01ZPY-/s1600/IMG_1036.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh0_oBuO8fMlNkhpoReqyoBcEsHS77XYOC29iHyenDHKLRcxxOqUtn7IJ_nTpdB_SE7RDlnu-q09Sy6X7QvkT6Cf0TgSqz2P6QppiHFYHOypZ4ieV-rmxDq-JOfE1g3PhZkLElruDS9uRp-doIffzMaqOy2Vr_g3Sve9u2MHSCFqq2cbUUAunTZl1Ut/s320/IMG_1039.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="240" data-original-width="320" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh0_oBuO8fMlNkhpoReqyoBcEsHS77XYOC29iHyenDHKLRcxxOqUtn7IJ_nTpdB_SE7RDlnu-q09Sy6X7QvkT6Cf0TgSqz2P6QppiHFYHOypZ4ieV-rmxDq-JOfE1g3PhZkLElruDS9uRp-doIffzMaqOy2Vr_g3Sve9u2MHSCFqq2cbUUAunTZl1Ut/s1600/IMG_1039.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjydF5DlfocDDnjXzUFeKHE68Ful_BPNxoHbJLk3V6MxMmnE0Rq4bvdmx0tBznfHmIrpzoMajmKO4lyTeUdej4ajH2kuRyKf8R8MvDime-PFtAk6XJidDaIG-hX01jlgfW2ZSSOe8I0uOYOBTcP9jkSIY0GzSnTsIyS6S1999CBaySUP_S9P5liDoM2/s320/IMG_1041.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="240" data-original-width="320" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjydF5DlfocDDnjXzUFeKHE68Ful_BPNxoHbJLk3V6MxMmnE0Rq4bvdmx0tBznfHmIrpzoMajmKO4lyTeUdej4ajH2kuRyKf8R8MvDime-PFtAk6XJidDaIG-hX01jlgfW2ZSSOe8I0uOYOBTcP9jkSIY0GzSnTsIyS6S1999CBaySUP_S9P5liDoM2/s1600/IMG_1041.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgl844A8EKMSxESj2DL_wpTUB6iQgUXj3Bmhj4VobKbdB9TZEqvYXIn9TwuvTR9KBjY_c0y4_a0A6YrP5IcqPb7g8KEXxTsLl29XOTugBY2CnxG32K9IqWT3rr_bY05AtYRyUiVs1D5YLry7onEPU_egXE1ivDcKT1iu-jYRu5jH1zDRHIECvFLxsWN/s320/IMG_1042.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="240" data-original-width="320" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgl844A8EKMSxESj2DL_wpTUB6iQgUXj3Bmhj4VobKbdB9TZEqvYXIn9TwuvTR9KBjY_c0y4_a0A6YrP5IcqPb7g8KEXxTsLl29XOTugBY2CnxG32K9IqWT3rr_bY05AtYRyUiVs1D5YLry7onEPU_egXE1ivDcKT1iu-jYRu5jH1zDRHIECvFLxsWN/s1600/IMG_1042.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div>St. Peter's church was just finishing up mass, so we just did a quick sneak-peek, from the back. It was, once again, quite ornate. It seems to be built in Gothic, Baroque, and Bavarian Romanesque styles, with a Renaissance steeple. 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At this point, I have seen enough, and am ready for a nice hot bath, and bed!</div><div><br /></div><div>But before that, we headed to the "market" across from our hotel for some dessert. 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If you ever stay in Brussels, I highly recommend this hotel, for its location and ease of travel.<p></p>We simply walked across the plaza, into the train station, bought tickets, hopped on a train, and made it to Brussels airport in 30 minutes. So, so easy.<div><br />It is huge, and I was grateful for the wheelchair, as my back has been "warning" me! To not have to carry my backpack, all that way, was a blessing. The airport was not crowded at all, and it is beautiful!</div><div> <br />Most of the airports in Europe look like our indoor malls, in America. I do not know whether or not people actually shop in them, or not, but you can find anything, at the airport.</div><div><br />The flight was quick, just over an hour, and once again, EXTREMELY grateful for the wheelchair. The gentleman that picked me up not only brought me to baggage, but to the train station, helped us buy a ticket, and literally wheeled me directly to the train that arrived one minute after we got to the platform. He was a lifesaver, and we tipped him well!</div><div><br />Once we got to our stop, we walked a short distance to our hotel, courtesy of Capital One Points. It is the Munchen Palace, and it is fabulous! They had the nicest welcome treats, a bowl of fruit, and a minibar that gets stocked, for free, every day!</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjHIGHLjiZLMN6GfSj6EeJC2UrcPAGWMlxVwLsnjKkNgzbvFmQFLpDPOftXvTUgLVf0Bt5thx2bVgZQ4xDYZjHWFisvDF9-INtxClnhs8i40ElRP_gvHq6doJrS0HZ1okSjZgX2TimaG-2zSCVzVJoJThRn2lRFzVYJ5W4fj3DsGSV53ObCMtSCL1hF/s320/IMG_6516.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="320" data-original-width="240" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjHIGHLjiZLMN6GfSj6EeJC2UrcPAGWMlxVwLsnjKkNgzbvFmQFLpDPOftXvTUgLVf0Bt5thx2bVgZQ4xDYZjHWFisvDF9-INtxClnhs8i40ElRP_gvHq6doJrS0HZ1okSjZgX2TimaG-2zSCVzVJoJThRn2lRFzVYJ5W4fj3DsGSV53ObCMtSCL1hF/s1600/IMG_6516.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhCRiYJ7q93PByLfvGmtbeYblm9tMJCf2o4Wg4BKTrsG4hLqFUynFicJ2maviQuhuVmQ4EruJdWfvVPoZ4iCb48XGh-fkj1s_fPbs7yDkUm0b7tel0EO6yQmbspEEdixJFriQDe-IUP-_5sifqkvsw1CDnCEOBTbKvegZ59RzjVHgHsn2-kKGOrf0SG/s320/IMG_6517.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="320" data-original-width="240" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhCRiYJ7q93PByLfvGmtbeYblm9tMJCf2o4Wg4BKTrsG4hLqFUynFicJ2maviQuhuVmQ4EruJdWfvVPoZ4iCb48XGh-fkj1s_fPbs7yDkUm0b7tel0EO6yQmbspEEdixJFriQDe-IUP-_5sifqkvsw1CDnCEOBTbKvegZ59RzjVHgHsn2-kKGOrf0SG/s1600/IMG_6517.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh8O19MT-cy-qClv5LsRSm9kinsbArGI1zWSGuMq3QsJRALcAxcAT88HEbE3lO0RFOQvRIMcBM8H1zH7sXvMIfK3tXk4-mFyL1q5lhBPxvfKFWe6DE8etp409JeOu-xZhkJ_iPVxRAmf28_2_KByFomhCYXHWmXAUtz2VIq3C_LabbJiuiBlhc_NWPb/s320/IMG_6521.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="320" data-original-width="240" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh8O19MT-cy-qClv5LsRSm9kinsbArGI1zWSGuMq3QsJRALcAxcAT88HEbE3lO0RFOQvRIMcBM8H1zH7sXvMIfK3tXk4-mFyL1q5lhBPxvfKFWe6DE8etp409JeOu-xZhkJ_iPVxRAmf28_2_KByFomhCYXHWmXAUtz2VIq3C_LabbJiuiBlhc_NWPb/s1600/IMG_6521.jpg" width="240" /></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi2hgm_VwsdgUd_d60ILTUcTWpmlIBYmRBwjq2tNdi5Ss478QbW3qvvkYsseL_wN7Ziz6nt7YTVdUjIWyjnkyWeXh4VEn0Inc2jHTUXQ7sgK69P5IBi-S2JGN2UisWTobuZbvAo4HmN91E32haynFYp-YEjTMyAm7bpkIVO-X1EUTp7hpKNbwV-RueJ/s320/IMG_6522.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="320" data-original-width="240" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi2hgm_VwsdgUd_d60ILTUcTWpmlIBYmRBwjq2tNdi5Ss478QbW3qvvkYsseL_wN7Ziz6nt7YTVdUjIWyjnkyWeXh4VEn0Inc2jHTUXQ7sgK69P5IBi-S2JGN2UisWTobuZbvAo4HmN91E32haynFYp-YEjTMyAm7bpkIVO-X1EUTp7hpKNbwV-RueJ/s1600/IMG_6522.jpg" width="240" /></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgLBuwqXCHNZmo0UQjQ2TQzWxXx3SyF5CxwjnBfzZnbPX3XIqQEaMtSqZtGn887lliaRRMKAJQcwfF1DRAPmTIfX9JrgBZmVVAEzHuw1IrHK9R7YyQA7YohVWp3ZmwFf7MkalXu6RZ0xqOmWPANKqOyJK_64fQubhFB5ixX7UEHK0vUyiuhV3UaYsIh/s320/IMG_6524.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="240" data-original-width="320" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgLBuwqXCHNZmo0UQjQ2TQzWxXx3SyF5CxwjnBfzZnbPX3XIqQEaMtSqZtGn887lliaRRMKAJQcwfF1DRAPmTIfX9JrgBZmVVAEzHuw1IrHK9R7YyQA7YohVWp3ZmwFf7MkalXu6RZ0xqOmWPANKqOyJK_64fQubhFB5ixX7UEHK0vUyiuhV3UaYsIh/s1600/IMG_6524.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjCj3KGw7auYfe684hm1zfpqCojjaFznvYQdTuo9rZQnrETfLyg5gEq_0u7YSZP0GK1wdb7VJNlOJQ_Sk-hvkjLhGdsecU-z9_RH6LopB1k7NBBnosm220710N0H0oBzPReCIxm6JsWSntC7XaZrf0HZ_bH2sHjzbUOsscEyViPz-IrMzjdULtijw68/s320/IMG_6526.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="240" data-original-width="320" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjCj3KGw7auYfe684hm1zfpqCojjaFznvYQdTuo9rZQnrETfLyg5gEq_0u7YSZP0GK1wdb7VJNlOJQ_Sk-hvkjLhGdsecU-z9_RH6LopB1k7NBBnosm220710N0H0oBzPReCIxm6JsWSntC7XaZrf0HZ_bH2sHjzbUOsscEyViPz-IrMzjdULtijw68/s1600/IMG_6526.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div><br /></div><div> <br />A bathtub, robe, and slippers! And to top it off, the staff is so very kind and helpful, and who doesn't love turndown service with chocolate? We are going to love our four-night stay here.</div><div><br />We decided to hop back on the metro and go a few stops to the Ratskeller Restaurant for dinner, near St. Peter's Cathedral. When I came out of the Metro the first thing I saw was the Glockenspiel! It was amazing, and I had no idea it was right there!</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi4gEDUI_fl-9hPL2_JhR6mKE28Sm4EK_RSYmGplsoUq0EvJ8ivQFZdgrhl6q9Zh_fX8kIpoiRB-HAc4DLBhj7AdeSngv3Zn9RwKHSGeTol4eh86xqT4Ejc_VUbKS7Uc53CPVx9Eanc1hhg8cA2Pzp00ppVgWY3EUYpaB3YG5x-oKmNdzdqMfuaIGZf/s320/IMG_0815.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="320" data-original-width="240" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi4gEDUI_fl-9hPL2_JhR6mKE28Sm4EK_RSYmGplsoUq0EvJ8ivQFZdgrhl6q9Zh_fX8kIpoiRB-HAc4DLBhj7AdeSngv3Zn9RwKHSGeTol4eh86xqT4Ejc_VUbKS7Uc53CPVx9Eanc1hhg8cA2Pzp00ppVgWY3EUYpaB3YG5x-oKmNdzdqMfuaIGZf/s1600/IMG_0815.JPG" width="240" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjkBFQ0yB_KvuT14nUpKdtAZphjbNL3ur6tv2ro2_EgtKkjabTmxch76-WTALCot3N7zBJbwHo4rNiM68nOhL02bRZhvpD5AuFpkSWc2C0oF6dpKSW7COlrCKTN3GrR6i5f3doDy8cg5IRls08874A8BiepRNLvgbZ_sz6aSgSUidmp3TbdztEuSAET/s320/IMG_0816.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; 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Saying Good-Bye to Our Travel Buddies!<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiFavWUtQ8EOQqOOdwnQlL-OceLfW7Ugup-rR4SgGTaEegKMK8plqOFi-UuYwUrDUvhmaonnTpR2sw9qKb3v87FvsLg2OcPVTJRhmLiEVPwAY1f-Lx9vje-U3-_oCzKFyO2DTOp6TMxm9kPRcvzFNjK6OagXg88c71BpRbdV-SERN-XM3_-rGKKBAuc/s320/IMG_3777.jpg" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="320" data-original-width="240" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiFavWUtQ8EOQqOOdwnQlL-OceLfW7Ugup-rR4SgGTaEegKMK8plqOFi-UuYwUrDUvhmaonnTpR2sw9qKb3v87FvsLg2OcPVTJRhmLiEVPwAY1f-Lx9vje-U3-_oCzKFyO2DTOp6TMxm9kPRcvzFNjK6OagXg88c71BpRbdV-SERN-XM3_-rGKKBAuc/s1600/IMG_3777.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><br />This morning we said goodbye to our travel buddies, Cindy and Joe; it was bittersweet. We have been traveling together for five weeks, and it will seem strange to not have them next door!<p></p>They headed to Paris, and we are headed to Munich in the morning.<div><br /><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div>Today, we decided to venture over to the National Basilica of the Sacred Heart in Koekelberg. We can see it from our hotel room, and it appears to visit worthy. 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It is said that this basilica was inspired by Sacre'-Couer in Paris, but it does not hold a candle to that basilica!</div><div><br /></div><div><br />It is extremely large in size and is said to be art deco in style, but I am not so sure about that! I did thoroughly enjoy the more modern stained glass, and some of the artwork that was hung in the church, but I found the pipe organ to be underwhelming.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhoYtGmuys0lHMIJHDO16OPzrpEBhDdI5kTDBMteBgKgRxhrZGyOBrZqtVJOvyTFjqgC4924v3tENxlMeE2jiNwWm1IY1BzxN8PebUlt5x2hwfLjQpBbBqMgmVkrVpLGB-PbzEXSrf-i1ygmARpZR2P6FnjvoNswCpq7CQUGGZyI0ZJUbTSKrJaIlJn/s320/IMG_0734.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="320" data-original-width="240" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhoYtGmuys0lHMIJHDO16OPzrpEBhDdI5kTDBMteBgKgRxhrZGyOBrZqtVJOvyTFjqgC4924v3tENxlMeE2jiNwWm1IY1BzxN8PebUlt5x2hwfLjQpBbBqMgmVkrVpLGB-PbzEXSrf-i1ygmARpZR2P6FnjvoNswCpq7CQUGGZyI0ZJUbTSKrJaIlJn/s1600/IMG_0734.JPG" width="240" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiBgi_cu7aJbjpsF8ckkbaijipzuJWLTCodpyPBpCy9w1lHCs-wGnjbCB68r5bbFomX31PIiE7R_HElsps6NQc8_6Gds9c0nCTqV5o4udQpLbVgA94blf4f_yrCPv9m0CtUzuVHGG7-66GHZxi_PGGBrYNyvW9Ld3ETbAN4TuztTcVoGU50SEGq7BrI/s320/IMG_0742.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; 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text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjzoeR1ebeTVZ4CoQUSpeDXaXcYU4mEuAK7tHG-c_5tpTqEpj33KmC_Rhl726ae6GwQKOmhRR_QKhjEJxxCkcicJBgGDe8mPep2mlD0ItlVP3emMLkkIy373JevcPFRsDhWK2kBvdgWMMSNfgXhWdsi-v94rd1iKsKPrPcL3yK05j3ZbvGH9poHea9_/s320/IMG_0539.JPG" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="240" data-original-width="320" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjzoeR1ebeTVZ4CoQUSpeDXaXcYU4mEuAK7tHG-c_5tpTqEpj33KmC_Rhl726ae6GwQKOmhRR_QKhjEJxxCkcicJBgGDe8mPep2mlD0ItlVP3emMLkkIy373JevcPFRsDhWK2kBvdgWMMSNfgXhWdsi-v94rd1iKsKPrPcL3yK05j3ZbvGH9poHea9_/s1600/IMG_0539.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><br />Today we decided to take a side trip into the small town of Gent; known for its' fairytale-like atmosphere. It is in the Flemish Region of Belgium and has the most amazing castle that I have been in, thus far; the Gravensteen.<p></p><p>On our way to the castle, we made a quick stop to see St. Nicholas Church. I am guessing you might be sick and tired of seeing all of these churches, but for all of you, who are like me, here is a peek!</p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgP0zRLcn9uuQOgpJgcVG2XXnj_1fvISDt9UK2-QAc1_-uyaDSLnr0PBbVFBsd_Mq3cwmVYbpNwITp4YYDpVVoA-40hhIkrMf3YvTUwn10UYF0oe2fB5KISBjfb9BzoDIDvB34SJFvTFtbc7BLeKVkbKGGsdPaNpoIaFXYfOPH-1FqfXS2J0KJr2t2F/s320/IMG_0472.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="240" data-original-width="320" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgP0zRLcn9uuQOgpJgcVG2XXnj_1fvISDt9UK2-QAc1_-uyaDSLnr0PBbVFBsd_Mq3cwmVYbpNwITp4YYDpVVoA-40hhIkrMf3YvTUwn10UYF0oe2fB5KISBjfb9BzoDIDvB34SJFvTFtbc7BLeKVkbKGGsdPaNpoIaFXYfOPH-1FqfXS2J0KJr2t2F/s1600/IMG_0472.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj8evPJY74oAC9xjHLTsxpldEgyUwWWRcmjGPUNyqlCl1EFXSTS8aAaz8p8NGpLPH-TrDEB-HMWI_B65Q3v6cwdumiAbTtcRNMpyDiisiOWE3fcNvrlXAmaKVigrMpK1Em6pX5u37ZTWqNsyTJe9cPjpJqczUnra_pQvJr3yhoRehPveDcsYVJsrpxx/s320/IMG_0479.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; 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Gratefully we all had rain jackets and umbrellas. We ran to the castle, stood under the tower, and just as quickly as the rain began, it stopped.</p><div>At this point, we all needed the restroom, saw the WC sign, and headed that way. What we didn't realize was that when we exited the WC, we were on the opposite side of the ticket booth, and inside the castle. I guess you can figure out the rest from there!</div><div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg8MLHJlOrU84NufHBrCYPf6XC7Hokt9SUuYFV4f5YHNd1ymswhsflKlD57sNtGQfxvjv4LvbCxn-vJzZvIvaqsI1wzIK3v6NZs_IX6VnxbkhEe2ryscDOKp-BpeZCCajzdiKoyfQ81ZrzvbACpuLnKut4eqYOmh5RuMhLzb9la5-cRK5zIKJXmKlHu/s320/IMG_0591.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="240" data-original-width="320" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg8MLHJlOrU84NufHBrCYPf6XC7Hokt9SUuYFV4f5YHNd1ymswhsflKlD57sNtGQfxvjv4LvbCxn-vJzZvIvaqsI1wzIK3v6NZs_IX6VnxbkhEe2ryscDOKp-BpeZCCajzdiKoyfQ81ZrzvbACpuLnKut4eqYOmh5RuMhLzb9la5-cRK5zIKJXmKlHu/s1600/IMG_0591.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">I loved that the "in-house" / "out-house" led straight to the canal below!</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj6RbylMjd0hWlmnTIcnGcWw-DH3LjAf8w3dgnvFm9B5qUm_YNuZe3G2GiXsrtsEdLii_D9BNOOc0u0E9jBTdIQRewolhwlTm2l1686lvFQ1m1qmteob5AMqeBMPVf_2jUZmO6Z3IsH92XQCHhQ0mpLJvtBRMrG5ZqGQA_odEHgs_vF09b2Aiad1nh8/s320/IMG_0588.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="320" data-original-width="240" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj6RbylMjd0hWlmnTIcnGcWw-DH3LjAf8w3dgnvFm9B5qUm_YNuZe3G2GiXsrtsEdLii_D9BNOOc0u0E9jBTdIQRewolhwlTm2l1686lvFQ1m1qmteob5AMqeBMPVf_2jUZmO6Z3IsH92XQCHhQ0mpLJvtBRMrG5ZqGQA_odEHgs_vF09b2Aiad1nh8/s1600/IMG_0588.JPG" width="240" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjjZj1O146O-7qHH6xS79n2qn8MSkx-Wh3II2mzZjwwB1wxGL_PkhPcbltCqCZzlKmgvHQ0-srFG2S3kmeknFScPmdn4Lymr_VbEk8cwPHU4RQvCAZeFc6LPTtsObyr5k2bElxb5BxvR0JFkzhhsWwuiu7CMQpNO3BZQ_6UACJUTusJMDac4HbVz9cD/s320/IMG_0567.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="240" data-original-width="320" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjjZj1O146O-7qHH6xS79n2qn8MSkx-Wh3II2mzZjwwB1wxGL_PkhPcbltCqCZzlKmgvHQ0-srFG2S3kmeknFScPmdn4Lymr_VbEk8cwPHU4RQvCAZeFc6LPTtsObyr5k2bElxb5BxvR0JFkzhhsWwuiu7CMQpNO3BZQ_6UACJUTusJMDac4HbVz9cD/s1600/IMG_0567.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEimcPe5CWWNzF9Ja8Q0cZWQwoLI7xmLgQE84afr-kuSDDvDqP7Cq5EshoMD3xCcDn0Hemh8aTtv5Yi5hpDreslL3_GHpfeKzY6QE0S5Wa_kspe66gsfnRVzzlhEEXUYPP9WbKIE0Zco8G60Fy3QDKcS7EA7ltfiCwA89MkPhxSWILVMFGAAt6QFzn40/s320/IMG_0565.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="240" data-original-width="320" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEimcPe5CWWNzF9Ja8Q0cZWQwoLI7xmLgQE84afr-kuSDDvDqP7Cq5EshoMD3xCcDn0Hemh8aTtv5Yi5hpDreslL3_GHpfeKzY6QE0S5Wa_kspe66gsfnRVzzlhEEXUYPP9WbKIE0Zco8G60Fy3QDKcS7EA7ltfiCwA89MkPhxSWILVMFGAAt6QFzn40/s1600/IMG_0565.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEihNQpcbFkXBNch3ccTOlxBBS0vk3Abh8ppz5TUBLFi1esMiywjwzJPkt_GS1hJsiPane1C706HR1lWsVjiKKMOSaUJBLz-Rch2UbNZdum7zw4LkUYHQCDCsTfCubiD0gafyBaISyxAiHnhpanMheFx35N2d1EXSBQVfyoJRa9vwNzrGkewYfweg5Z8/s320/IMG_0549.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="320" data-original-width="240" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEihNQpcbFkXBNch3ccTOlxBBS0vk3Abh8ppz5TUBLFi1esMiywjwzJPkt_GS1hJsiPane1C706HR1lWsVjiKKMOSaUJBLz-Rch2UbNZdum7zw4LkUYHQCDCsTfCubiD0gafyBaISyxAiHnhpanMheFx35N2d1EXSBQVfyoJRa9vwNzrGkewYfweg5Z8/s1600/IMG_0549.JPG" width="240" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi23oWphcrb9Wn72DiHShalFDanN7yolkMd927GF68yWVoyScxE3nIYFpYvUWKm-H55sOYM8DbdK-Mi-aDKYd7J74y5iXHauBsR7U6QIeJMKX_oDWgnMzo-tti2rtSS2kPxhVuGXME4HL3mWAuFLWxNWOlPMRGZUkCQABcrraOkEZgoE7bXCUe4Md7S/s320/IMG_0548.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="240" data-original-width="320" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi23oWphcrb9Wn72DiHShalFDanN7yolkMd927GF68yWVoyScxE3nIYFpYvUWKm-H55sOYM8DbdK-Mi-aDKYd7J74y5iXHauBsR7U6QIeJMKX_oDWgnMzo-tti2rtSS2kPxhVuGXME4HL3mWAuFLWxNWOlPMRGZUkCQABcrraOkEZgoE7bXCUe4Md7S/s1600/IMG_0548.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><br /></div><div>The castle was so amazing and well preserved. There were tons of stairs which due to my lingering pleural effusion made climbing them a winded, slow process, but I did prevail!</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgIpHpk0XsTspzU_xGz8O_CHhSuGr6_KFj5cK6AyFEow8tGNBq7dSGdVu6K04LmODzvHwcxEaUyX9NWGs-1-kwVQ3AxTwBj-8SJfua8yop1VFpNI2MEu_MIAKvLJ50MFJ1yvXt3nXjXzn5lLxZI_3n5B5FQCqHWqdjet8BGdeX6N9FEza3vVJd_r6Wb/s320/IMG_0597.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="320" data-original-width="240" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgIpHpk0XsTspzU_xGz8O_CHhSuGr6_KFj5cK6AyFEow8tGNBq7dSGdVu6K04LmODzvHwcxEaUyX9NWGs-1-kwVQ3AxTwBj-8SJfua8yop1VFpNI2MEu_MIAKvLJ50MFJ1yvXt3nXjXzn5lLxZI_3n5B5FQCqHWqdjet8BGdeX6N9FEza3vVJd_r6Wb/s1600/IMG_0597.JPG" width="240" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhtOz3r7tomFlVYNgJ61IMZVhYJARpbqw4_Vn6iBqeCgEA73FI2YwjNuj75Ab6v8hsFnqE0mYJ9SYVIVYl5rO3TiK8vQJyYiAa5mYRrz6MPdJjP2E7GjrT83ueNOdVPQPQepmHIr8-QR5LmvApstxWjc3N03rPD6Lnb4ThiANcSMu0LgrUewLMyo16T/s320/IMG_0603.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; 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The views of the city and surrounding buildings were phenomenal!</div><div><br /></div><div>The castle dates as far back as 1180 and has been many things since; a court and a prison until the 18th century, and even a cotton mill, until it finally became a museum. The Gravensteen was the centerpiece of the Ghent World Fair of 1913.</div><div><br />As we were finishing up our tour, the rain decided to revisit us, so we chose to wait it out at the Restaurant 't Prison. We had an AMAZING burger and some Belgian Frittes. The "Fries" are just like the fries at home, except served with mayonnaise, instead of ketchup. 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I am so glad, that it is so easy to pop here, there and everywhere, while visiting Europe. Their transportation systems make it so easy to go from one place to another. Visiting Gent was definitely a bonus.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgOgyJaF-upyJPNGjZELmrDxXSTT9JJFcq0zKgSaioJ0-qhi-2v9HvjJQl_n9wBqr4DKICmzUqoYoiM0DF4y_uclMNGnn9TCAT4WI2i-v-eKWyoF4Z4f_QwY-rLm-GTNj6I5URSxEHULictij5SCmkjHWi0Oa8nEYclhXcAH7bOnQtWUKhfMaqn7n1a/s320/IMG_0452.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="320" data-original-width="240" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgOgyJaF-upyJPNGjZELmrDxXSTT9JJFcq0zKgSaioJ0-qhi-2v9HvjJQl_n9wBqr4DKICmzUqoYoiM0DF4y_uclMNGnn9TCAT4WI2i-v-eKWyoF4Z4f_QwY-rLm-GTNj6I5URSxEHULictij5SCmkjHWi0Oa8nEYclhXcAH7bOnQtWUKhfMaqn7n1a/s1600/IMG_0452.JPG" width="240" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEho36pzA7WmQYznF_CikXNSdL42QKl2tP_lvDZ07zDQjKWFYEAf0op-bxagr2ohgf4nY5WHZ9Ba-GGrmniv_Ul-uygQJMNdLYs_qFEKdv1Wbo7tRcXk0g_K5cm7hfQPqFvmD2pPlTk4dQT0MJudN6SODlQwwXTX-v172Thu0YTVgNZWacHUkbfTkVqX/s320/IMG_0455.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; 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We enjoyed hanging out and talking about our trip with Joe and Cindy, since they are headed to Paris in the morning, we were trying to remember our favorite places, foods, and landmarks, along with our least favorite ones, too. We will be staying in Brussels for one more day, then heading to Munich, and then to Paris before heading home.</div><div><br />Once we came back to our room, we saw that the large spire, which is visible from our room, had turned "red", so of course, we had to go and see what was going on at Grand Place.</div><div><br />We quickly headed out the door, and down the street to find the square, packed with people and a band, entertaining in the middle of the square. We inched our way forward and could see the band, marching formations while playing the "Star Wars" theme.</div><div><br />Once they finished their show, another band, with stilt walkers of all sizes, following behind began to perform. They were so talented, walking on stilts, really tall ones, on cobblestones, could not have been easy!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><div><br /></div><div><br />After the stilt walkers, another awesome band began to play, and then another, with rifle and flag twirlers, to entertain as well. After an hour or so, we gave up the ghost and headed back to our room. </div><div><br />By then it was 10 pm and nearly 20,000 steps, so you know I was tired! lol</div><div><br />Night y'all!<br /></div><div><br /></div><div><p style="text-align: center;">FaceBook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/1231868863613342">CML: A Place for Hope and Humor</a></p><p style="text-align: center;">Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/cmlmichele">https://www.instagram.com/cmlmichele</a></p><p style="text-align: center;">Email: CMLMichele59@gmail.com</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div></div>Michelehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18185513255737012093noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7402247635006701650.post-43604276632657611812022-09-10T14:11:00.008-07:002022-09-10T14:38:39.373-07:00Second Day in Brussels; The Rain Finally Caught Us, But We Caught a Princess!<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEixmgRiI3Wr32ISwFxf-OI1IJ1d9Bt6-xqTkxPa2EzMF2ETp1MXuaPpR4YhAOHBQVE-jAdznZ8HDct69aiYdtP1ar1uE2n7jkd88trLOpz4oziXL8SLFhz6deXKOK03xPptX6hXP08xlYEjyIwGFi2Y4AEX3rQO2yRcEwzaHj6CKtEl5Ui0VrMZBiiO/s320/IMG_4759.jpg" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="320" data-original-width="240" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEixmgRiI3Wr32ISwFxf-OI1IJ1d9Bt6-xqTkxPa2EzMF2ETp1MXuaPpR4YhAOHBQVE-jAdznZ8HDct69aiYdtP1ar1uE2n7jkd88trLOpz4oziXL8SLFhz6deXKOK03xPptX6hXP08xlYEjyIwGFi2Y4AEX3rQO2yRcEwzaHj6CKtEl5Ui0VrMZBiiO/s1600/IMG_4759.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><br />Today started out as a lazy day! Another bath, some yummy coffee, and croissants from the croissant fairy. It was rather dreary, and rainy which didn't make me want to hop out of bed, and hit the streets.<p></p><p>BUT! it wasn't long before the steeples of Brussels began to call my name. We collectively decided to try the City Tour Sightseeing Bus thinking it would be a great way to get an overview of the city while staying dry. Fortunately, the sun came out for a bit, and the rain stopped.</p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p>At first, the ride was pretty interesting, seeing many amazing buildings with different architecture, a great view of the city, the Atomium, a Ferris wheel, and many bronze statues of who knows who?</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiV2q96VYr2u5kgMaJV2r0uhVHCkYOwOmet9x-kqfWMRaYBWM2PUx2iNQhGBcBcMes09LpUwCaDjpB33s6ookqPYe7bH-moETOJRe8vsSBDrG-KZuDYfqN8j87jc-2FCH9kakeFvybTkeOZOdwuGSBu_mBRjfC3OtSNAuE3k0R_iKAzpQeh6WI0Q8WC/s320/IMG_0243.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="240" data-original-width="320" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiV2q96VYr2u5kgMaJV2r0uhVHCkYOwOmet9x-kqfWMRaYBWM2PUx2iNQhGBcBcMes09LpUwCaDjpB33s6ookqPYe7bH-moETOJRe8vsSBDrG-KZuDYfqN8j87jc-2FCH9kakeFvybTkeOZOdwuGSBu_mBRjfC3OtSNAuE3k0R_iKAzpQeh6WI0Q8WC/s1600/IMG_0243.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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It is quite impressive, but I am not sure that I quite "get it!?"</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhi3pC0pTseJ6ym4lmIj4PT6cOXFRf1LJhEuyG1HMYU636M-MFOORC_F0VBZLIx_HLEMlwFVTpNczfFMWdxryaIbysxf6MJvs4R_A9P3lo5D4HTcX0fR43GlApid_R48ptGARRi2sEJgt_v1g4n4E-p4SV8FZail8vQyzzTXVzo_y15QIM8UszrZ5C_/s320/IMG_0391.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="240" data-original-width="320" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhi3pC0pTseJ6ym4lmIj4PT6cOXFRf1LJhEuyG1HMYU636M-MFOORC_F0VBZLIx_HLEMlwFVTpNczfFMWdxryaIbysxf6MJvs4R_A9P3lo5D4HTcX0fR43GlApid_R48ptGARRi2sEJgt_v1g4n4E-p4SV8FZail8vQyzzTXVzo_y15QIM8UszrZ5C_/s1600/IMG_0391.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><br /><p><br /></p><p>Upon arriving back from the first loop of our tour, the gal selling the tickets told us that Belgium's Princess Maria Laura and William Isvy would be getting married tomorrow, at the Cathedral Of St. Michael, the very cathedral which we were standing in front of.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhqe9-KKCEtJMA1ZDJ02EN0LT4LeCFmDnT16E0O1PILD2gO2e9VfbLw5gA_qnVxkgsEooQuHoUo9fSoFZegzkCaneQun1MwvAn9WN79OGmJ2udazCrjF2RXjKvtmbH07Aatrrti9gvQjLDwTO4JLIWZ4ZMlz85O1eaalhLG1e1_z4ZG4u7W6Tdnglqq/s320/IMG_0323.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="240" data-original-width="320" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhqe9-KKCEtJMA1ZDJ02EN0LT4LeCFmDnT16E0O1PILD2gO2e9VfbLw5gA_qnVxkgsEooQuHoUo9fSoFZegzkCaneQun1MwvAn9WN79OGmJ2udazCrjF2RXjKvtmbH07Aatrrti9gvQjLDwTO4JLIWZ4ZMlz85O1eaalhLG1e1_z4ZG4u7W6Tdnglqq/s1600/IMG_0323.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><br /><p>We thought we had better run up and take a look in the church, as it was likely to be closed tomorrow.</p><p>As our luck would have it, and you know that our luck is usually pretty darn good, as we have seen many weddings on this trip, who do you think was walking right up the middle of the stairs?</p><p>Yup! The princess, her beau, and the wedding party were there for the dress rehearsal. We watched as they went into the church and then came back out, practicing walking up the stairs with a "stand-in" train and princess bride, showing the little kids how to walk up the stairs. and a whole lot of smiling people milling about. It was pretty cool!</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg87cVCPjPGNnZqsS8D1CCh74SNiPpuETOAutM23AbTs4-hPQYwK8IS3bdWIL53KG-Hzt3mQ6bCn0X_l7ilBWCuIWCIP9gKdq3ShrmMLPq7IlvE-5zIDyeX_RMCqAZchOKD6AkB0yaxZYW4BQudPEvpb3xC7rlvhMRGvrWhi1VGQZ0eoVdMUJx1GFL9/s320/IMG_0334.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="240" data-original-width="320" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg87cVCPjPGNnZqsS8D1CCh74SNiPpuETOAutM23AbTs4-hPQYwK8IS3bdWIL53KG-Hzt3mQ6bCn0X_l7ilBWCuIWCIP9gKdq3ShrmMLPq7IlvE-5zIDyeX_RMCqAZchOKD6AkB0yaxZYW4BQudPEvpb3xC7rlvhMRGvrWhi1VGQZ0eoVdMUJx1GFL9/s1600/IMG_0334.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhFs1dbMpJWuv4IqqYP9DtGo92K1xBPjjGHvzJI7E3qd-U68X2cPd4XjvywuNavAYt4UN5oOPPGbionHLcZ3ATWqJNRTOpcuNzhQEJHkMIkrmkSTBAhpHOVE96vn4Ddw6ttoLxeuynS_dDYlp3V9g1LukbgJ3MhoT7zcIMO-Wb7kGk8-YDvO686pEGi/s320/IMG_0335.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="240" data-original-width="320" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhFs1dbMpJWuv4IqqYP9DtGo92K1xBPjjGHvzJI7E3qd-U68X2cPd4XjvywuNavAYt4UN5oOPPGbionHLcZ3ATWqJNRTOpcuNzhQEJHkMIkrmkSTBAhpHOVE96vn4Ddw6ttoLxeuynS_dDYlp3V9g1LukbgJ3MhoT7zcIMO-Wb7kGk8-YDvO686pEGi/s1600/IMG_0335.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgi2ew7ssTgS3niASsM-nyOe0G_oQ6ZnpsHSP_gY4MKl35uWVaoQtjD6BHjPVkJt8IqNENJ-dv0NOnYiI13Eh4RrPhMwWk5uAPVRhGLa-vdWpkBE4KGlHs0Y0xV_ZkJA-Xpc_BNFbKqVjbLwUo64I3-h3hU78oBJA_D-1-uJmHwCbSjNLT6j5ioKChs/s320/IMG_0340.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="240" data-original-width="320" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgi2ew7ssTgS3niASsM-nyOe0G_oQ6ZnpsHSP_gY4MKl35uWVaoQtjD6BHjPVkJt8IqNENJ-dv0NOnYiI13Eh4RrPhMwWk5uAPVRhGLa-vdWpkBE4KGlHs0Y0xV_ZkJA-Xpc_BNFbKqVjbLwUo64I3-h3hU78oBJA_D-1-uJmHwCbSjNLT6j5ioKChs/s1600/IMG_0340.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><br /><p>We hopped back on the bus, for the second part of the tour; it was COLD! and windy, and while we saw more of Belgium, I cannot say that I was thrilled. lol</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg0Jf-X9_DxcePnsC74fyQ2giffUAPoB9GOxvXaLEj2ZgQNf5jmku3WXEIRExSBQaH741Ww-OwNqiMYE4RXVtdSjpXCmXeqr5-qRbfoWvSq1IRH_mE-_3qisAvuJTNwEKAw9FKi15wcZTTENzgjiYqDAOw7pPteSFD7hT8sqTPfvcxj0hp6HMPJXO8O/s320/IMG_0301.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="240" data-original-width="320" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg0Jf-X9_DxcePnsC74fyQ2giffUAPoB9GOxvXaLEj2ZgQNf5jmku3WXEIRExSBQaH741Ww-OwNqiMYE4RXVtdSjpXCmXeqr5-qRbfoWvSq1IRH_mE-_3qisAvuJTNwEKAw9FKi15wcZTTENzgjiYqDAOw7pPteSFD7hT8sqTPfvcxj0hp6HMPJXO8O/s1600/IMG_0301.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjb-oyzteHjZU3Vd2H9Ni-PrPDueugpFj5J_0EmIi9ua0by18YX2vy_nlacvOLncpzhtTsaYpVH7zYG4qzyvpvLjxNff05cGGXJvQe2erbTgjdKytxw6wkJNZSb5NIycwCNKNkpAZmUzKay9oc-zaqF-IKmupGLemVJ392FOzqEPiCE0X3jHD2TEJgS/s320/IMG_0302.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="240" data-original-width="320" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjb-oyzteHjZU3Vd2H9Ni-PrPDueugpFj5J_0EmIi9ua0by18YX2vy_nlacvOLncpzhtTsaYpVH7zYG4qzyvpvLjxNff05cGGXJvQe2erbTgjdKytxw6wkJNZSb5NIycwCNKNkpAZmUzKay9oc-zaqF-IKmupGLemVJ392FOzqEPiCE0X3jHD2TEJgS/s1600/IMG_0302.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhur-LrMjzxefMIV5ZJAueXecr3rNxxW59x8YMLxzwOGx6-zsIKrteAM7doHcRkE2_f4SgtlsU0NFn-ZGEdlzu0agHbNhVxVkzYnZl0nz8xd3sV3NmvMFhU_Sx30H1S7TrzBQUSY4m_dUBHbg4Uiag3dkHbTlFJ7nI9Q5FenttHYcvlX-3wpxIvD2hx/s320/IMG_0355.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="320" data-original-width="240" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhur-LrMjzxefMIV5ZJAueXecr3rNxxW59x8YMLxzwOGx6-zsIKrteAM7doHcRkE2_f4SgtlsU0NFn-ZGEdlzu0agHbNhVxVkzYnZl0nz8xd3sV3NmvMFhU_Sx30H1S7TrzBQUSY4m_dUBHbg4Uiag3dkHbTlFJ7nI9Q5FenttHYcvlX-3wpxIvD2hx/s1600/IMG_0355.JPG" width="240" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi8UBydBdOUA5Pmcc5zU12Z5QAPC-CHPND8T4qxu371gHdDpDYOPmMzZbrZ5lQ-U7mTohRwxR7pGCaL5bkOoWQAcvmNYOPUv3aCdu6pqBXsMj7EvnnB42bU0VdqcLn4G4V6qj4uscgVKMA9rncy4hvtyIS5XvGwU5UCeQ9vTAxl5iqy3GIPf5EtMqPl/s320/IMG_0375.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="320" data-original-width="240" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi8UBydBdOUA5Pmcc5zU12Z5QAPC-CHPND8T4qxu371gHdDpDYOPmMzZbrZ5lQ-U7mTohRwxR7pGCaL5bkOoWQAcvmNYOPUv3aCdu6pqBXsMj7EvnnB42bU0VdqcLn4G4V6qj4uscgVKMA9rncy4hvtyIS5XvGwU5UCeQ9vTAxl5iqy3GIPf5EtMqPl/s1600/IMG_0375.JPG" width="240" /></a></div><p>We hopped off, once it was back at the church, and we tried to sneak another peek. We were able to get a few photo shots from afar, but that was it. The church is not one of those fabulous churches that we so often view, and I found the pipe organ underwhelming.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhHsxqJPmj8UksNPt_s_4VA2IbTRerC0AAY6ndxwpWGKgjr4Kt6E7SMHaBCpkibONEzFwaLekpRaJHwNL8ZL_9U3v2CW1k7vDL7dgLNTuArC5oWD1ptIgiP6Jw8sX_bN8azh3VE5rQJuWRNTipA8WB0ldQb6Xhk0wRBOFkkbcq4CZYSbpCFe22jt87-/s320/IMG_0204.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="320" data-original-width="240" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhHsxqJPmj8UksNPt_s_4VA2IbTRerC0AAY6ndxwpWGKgjr4Kt6E7SMHaBCpkibONEzFwaLekpRaJHwNL8ZL_9U3v2CW1k7vDL7dgLNTuArC5oWD1ptIgiP6Jw8sX_bN8azh3VE5rQJuWRNTipA8WB0ldQb6Xhk0wRBOFkkbcq4CZYSbpCFe22jt87-/s1600/IMG_0204.JPG" width="240" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjIqL_WrVBfMsmWdxY2GbkliJtJYsoouKGjsGtMW-a_XjXZ_05JWPowkiLWakvnn7MCVuJO9wnIuLTIQe52pnb8IJvl51NKV_TL3DVXSt-XqwlvP__I7M8edWZlvqdk8-AIUbLgEIHKd8iUFKmY-sQasLb_fmUkNF8YNsBQGMt8ubrK-YP7Z7d9j5Tf/s320/IMG_0209.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="320" data-original-width="240" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjIqL_WrVBfMsmWdxY2GbkliJtJYsoouKGjsGtMW-a_XjXZ_05JWPowkiLWakvnn7MCVuJO9wnIuLTIQe52pnb8IJvl51NKV_TL3DVXSt-XqwlvP__I7M8edWZlvqdk8-AIUbLgEIHKd8iUFKmY-sQasLb_fmUkNF8YNsBQGMt8ubrK-YP7Z7d9j5Tf/s1600/IMG_0209.JPG" width="240" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhI90xa6QoXDUMv8-7vjSw_c-5eFchPcxIZcNLze0MVkl2LdwOAwM3F4-jVd0a8CSTXR2ME5X9lwke5OPsXBH-WtpS8MRxAJwpckNulmXDNX-Evw2ZM7qtq_EyEeqlsF0a9vJb7bV26ra8LMr8Y8bfcwZsAdU4OM1ktwwUCzV-PN5SAQtWk5JQJOS2L/s320/IMG_0214.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="320" data-original-width="240" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhI90xa6QoXDUMv8-7vjSw_c-5eFchPcxIZcNLze0MVkl2LdwOAwM3F4-jVd0a8CSTXR2ME5X9lwke5OPsXBH-WtpS8MRxAJwpckNulmXDNX-Evw2ZM7qtq_EyEeqlsF0a9vJb7bV26ra8LMr8Y8bfcwZsAdU4OM1ktwwUCzV-PN5SAQtWk5JQJOS2L/s1600/IMG_0214.JPG" width="240" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEin3fgMUJLAAm3O54qJwtHUGOYcaSvbSGXDmGG8Sjsli4XwjM4Mr9qGgzARsLrlEYQYY2ZaWSfmohqqMpBZ40GVYE2d_p1fqURNvnE-vE9YLD2LcfBz86pOY-qsbOL4sGqccoIe2GeLtnCKmv6vcJPKQaAjRPiTZUS6UlAEADrXKNwT6h-QsbmY4it2/s320/IMG_0215.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="320" data-original-width="240" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEin3fgMUJLAAm3O54qJwtHUGOYcaSvbSGXDmGG8Sjsli4XwjM4Mr9qGgzARsLrlEYQYY2ZaWSfmohqqMpBZ40GVYE2d_p1fqURNvnE-vE9YLD2LcfBz86pOY-qsbOL4sGqccoIe2GeLtnCKmv6vcJPKQaAjRPiTZUS6UlAEADrXKNwT6h-QsbmY4it2/s1600/IMG_0215.JPG" width="240" /></a></div><br /><p>Since we were all cold and hungry, we headed to an Asian Wok place and had a delicious lunch/dinner. I know it doesn't sound very Belgium, but we just weren't in the mood for fries or waffles! bahahaha</p><p>BUT! we did eat plenty of chocolate afterward. We found the traditional chocolate seashells, with hazelnut filling the best of the samples, so we bought a few boxes. I am sure there are plenty of truffles and such that are marvelous, too, but they will have to wait for another day!</p><p>We perused the streets near Grand Place and headed back to the hotel for happy hour.</p><p>We had the good fortune of running into the lovely, young couple, that we met briefly, last night. We figured they probably saw us and thought, "Oh, no! Not them again!" But since they sat right next to us, they were fair game!</p><p>We learned that their names were Seth, and Melissa Jo; quite the coincidence since we have two Joe's in our group. We thoroughly enjoyed talking to them about "home", all of our travels, and best of all, their upcoming bundle of joy! </p><p>Sometimes God just keeps putting people in your path, and I am grateful that they continued to cross ours.</p><p>After closing down the lounge (at 8:30), we headed back to the Grand Place to see it at night; it was spectacular! All of the glitz and glam lit up in the night sky; what a treat to see what is considered "one of the most beautiful places in the world, at night."</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEini5Ffh_eg3DaS8WFPLMVCfdpQ6nYBKqV_qqkDaJM26zxWMlyS0AcNKWlt9X1FyBwD_AymhvRclU_pOqLDSrriZPOr9jq8p7E_QCxotEOy9BuS0y5dtEnvKCgn0J8080Oug6OOvsk1oYAxYLsIsFDYBjYtMZAMj4C6P75f0bga8L_562z3xfrqgmEV/s320/IMG_0405.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="320" data-original-width="240" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEini5Ffh_eg3DaS8WFPLMVCfdpQ6nYBKqV_qqkDaJM26zxWMlyS0AcNKWlt9X1FyBwD_AymhvRclU_pOqLDSrriZPOr9jq8p7E_QCxotEOy9BuS0y5dtEnvKCgn0J8080Oug6OOvsk1oYAxYLsIsFDYBjYtMZAMj4C6P75f0bga8L_562z3xfrqgmEV/s1600/IMG_0405.JPG" width="240" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhJSN9JTiT_OWmVWFadfLkhwBLLFdUm0QOYuFrwlDkkOP4l3joPvN0uybYuasBHlr9zoXmoT2HtUJXNoeds91-WCCq_AaT3zUyH5BlQJxaoPV01tZo99wd0MT9Y3y_x0i1U_vrekxgSp5TkhWX4usXOrtzUfThea_HKNLsPuGdPuAgEoHTrUjjFXMOK/s320/IMG_0406.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="240" data-original-width="320" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhJSN9JTiT_OWmVWFadfLkhwBLLFdUm0QOYuFrwlDkkOP4l3joPvN0uybYuasBHlr9zoXmoT2HtUJXNoeds91-WCCq_AaT3zUyH5BlQJxaoPV01tZo99wd0MT9Y3y_x0i1U_vrekxgSp5TkhWX4usXOrtzUfThea_HKNLsPuGdPuAgEoHTrUjjFXMOK/s1600/IMG_0406.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj7JkYDDopVqCK8vfxU4mr3_y9yhP1i-0PzX31Ofmjh9VbN4yCL0JpTDowXt31dvyg_S7vQrdiGlDeR6JYFeZ6XTm9Ou-irWi0pWR5o7WJlWTep79-GBUQbQtEAoEfVV4Tvwt1ISsj4sdUqrTVtk7anNt_8d9Y6llH0qlUvdp9NQ9u658k9Lus8Pn4J/s320/IMG_4732.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="320" data-original-width="240" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj7JkYDDopVqCK8vfxU4mr3_y9yhP1i-0PzX31Ofmjh9VbN4yCL0JpTDowXt31dvyg_S7vQrdiGlDeR6JYFeZ6XTm9Ou-irWi0pWR5o7WJlWTep79-GBUQbQtEAoEfVV4Tvwt1ISsj4sdUqrTVtk7anNt_8d9Y6llH0qlUvdp9NQ9u658k9Lus8Pn4J/s1600/IMG_4732.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgMwmnXHqwhrpD2ZoaUVMmCzbU7e2lKEVGdnMYU0l1zIpn3T-uv_4J8LTe0LQSIKW8DOqtFKATHR8KWSk_rEWxrnp3gruHTp-nqHBQlT9U6gz6fHGZqHPsrN3zrXNX6Ux6IJUJUqr3hrxid5DCbdpfUH1IxkNE7IcfvnX7dantFaalfhoRY-3Qvi-jK/s320/IMG_4758.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="320" data-original-width="240" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgMwmnXHqwhrpD2ZoaUVMmCzbU7e2lKEVGdnMYU0l1zIpn3T-uv_4J8LTe0LQSIKW8DOqtFKATHR8KWSk_rEWxrnp3gruHTp-nqHBQlT9U6gz6fHGZqHPsrN3zrXNX6Ux6IJUJUqr3hrxid5DCbdpfUH1IxkNE7IcfvnX7dantFaalfhoRY-3Qvi-jK/s1600/IMG_4758.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgPzwXar4IE9tnH24lEuESo8sQGU_rlW-i-qoKWqv-fiRGrPCH9hDBrTn4l6u4kMs4zRashVmATNM-LKnW_7MlaxQ7fA3UIPKPkirZhavAWnfKcQsMeR64XDvmGJC4IQ_sm69octm6VikAP-BgTyOIJar2EGDYuZWYGOnclyo4r-7GwoAfsdCs_aDrb/s320/IMG_4769.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="320" data-original-width="240" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgPzwXar4IE9tnH24lEuESo8sQGU_rlW-i-qoKWqv-fiRGrPCH9hDBrTn4l6u4kMs4zRashVmATNM-LKnW_7MlaxQ7fA3UIPKPkirZhavAWnfKcQsMeR64XDvmGJC4IQ_sm69octm6VikAP-BgTyOIJar2EGDYuZWYGOnclyo4r-7GwoAfsdCs_aDrb/s1600/IMG_4769.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><br /><p>And since we were out and about, we figured that we might as well go and visit Manneken Pis, the "Little Pissing Man", a bronze sculpture in central Brussels, depicting a naked little boy peeing into the fountain's basin. This particular sculpture was put into place in 1618 or 1619, and although the original is now in the Brussels City Museum, this replica has been there since 1965. </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgvBTEW2jLQE-CowlMJwLGI27DjqxBMjW6uHyp52SPitv_k0pRC2fwh8HoNdxQoHiNd-5t_zuBiAaQBBU1LL08DC_yz_BDt7m5mIGk6Rqe1kln8oDADm0fpx81HCj2FMgNHXX0PPAcq_NxVyGebd0tsbyUJy3-4EIbdlN8AR8-6gPwNlD_uPEMGQttM/s320/IMG_4727.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="320" data-original-width="240" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgvBTEW2jLQE-CowlMJwLGI27DjqxBMjW6uHyp52SPitv_k0pRC2fwh8HoNdxQoHiNd-5t_zuBiAaQBBU1LL08DC_yz_BDt7m5mIGk6Rqe1kln8oDADm0fpx81HCj2FMgNHXX0PPAcq_NxVyGebd0tsbyUJy3-4EIbdlN8AR8-6gPwNlD_uPEMGQttM/s1600/IMG_4727.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgvQc3_6hPKdpj86UBIbPr-ptZ0SHb9_lHDAqKbxuzujUuDJ-ktCHM11VlsrIx_6py-oqa26wINnJve1xRkQJWpuCyOGVomiiw2iEwv0tw8XUGPols4eXFdNR2Jv0z_Dp13Xv5m-ndRoIx0n9JltbWO6b5nbAl2codH6X_ItYzzdjR-LS_F4LI3ArlU/s320/IMG_4728.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="320" data-original-width="240" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgvQc3_6hPKdpj86UBIbPr-ptZ0SHb9_lHDAqKbxuzujUuDJ-ktCHM11VlsrIx_6py-oqa26wINnJve1xRkQJWpuCyOGVomiiw2iEwv0tw8XUGPols4eXFdNR2Jv0z_Dp13Xv5m-ndRoIx0n9JltbWO6b5nbAl2codH6X_ItYzzdjR-LS_F4LI3ArlU/s1600/IMG_4728.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="text-align: left;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="text-align: left;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="text-align: left;">It was a full day, and as always, I am whooped!</span></div><p>Night y'all!</p><p style="text-align: center;">FaceBook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/1231868863613342">CML: A Place for Hope and Humor</a></p><p style="text-align: center;">Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/cmlmichele">https://www.instagram.com/cmlmichele</a></p><p style="text-align: center;">Email: CMLMichele59@gmail.com</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br />Michelehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18185513255737012093noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7402247635006701650.post-14749746498713350212022-09-09T12:49:00.003-07:002022-09-09T14:28:12.446-07:00Travel Day: First Day in Brussels!<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgzcr4RlCRdhDwlgp1nSCaj2wjiRxykCl-FD6GgJfhhVdnmQmcs1PahAmKh2TVJ4NwBAoRRNocNtHxkChdN98zgecWJkaX9ZSEeurRUbc8zamS0lUHdbZEsRe0a_64wouoKpc9ZpPXhwoVU94hARCjb7g3rfaXXDc8XncWLL43PGhOAfdD1d5FFwuO3/s320/IMG_0159.JPG" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="240" data-original-width="320" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgzcr4RlCRdhDwlgp1nSCaj2wjiRxykCl-FD6GgJfhhVdnmQmcs1PahAmKh2TVJ4NwBAoRRNocNtHxkChdN98zgecWJkaX9ZSEeurRUbc8zamS0lUHdbZEsRe0a_64wouoKpc9ZpPXhwoVU94hARCjb7g3rfaXXDc8XncWLL43PGhOAfdD1d5FFwuO3/s1600/IMG_0159.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><br />What a pleasure to travel by train in Europe! We took the Thalys train from Amsterdam to Brussels, in just over two hours. No schlep to the airport, no security, no luggage constraints, and no three-hour wait. Ahhhh......so, so nice!<p></p>That coupled with the fact that we are close to the Metro at both of the hotels, and it literally was a hop, skip, and jump!<div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br />Once we arrived at the Central Station in Brussels, we thought we would take a taxi, one mile, to our hotel, when low and behold, the taxis were on strike. Our first traffic strike this trip, which is amazing. <br />Also, there is going to be a train strike tomorrow, so we arrived, just in time. </div><div><br /></div><div>We met a young couple in the lounge who were supposed to be going to Amsterdam tomorrow, and then on to London in a few days, before heading back to the US, but their train was canceled, and they could not find any way to get to Amsterdam, so they are spending another night here then taking the Eurostar to London. I know their pain and wished them well!</div><div><br />We checked into our hotel, the Hilton Brussels Grand Place, paid for with Hilton Honor points, and were upgraded to an executive room, complimentary breakfast, an all-day lounge, and happy hour! What a nice surprise, now I know how all of those business travelers must feel! The very best part of this hotel, besides the location, directly across from the metro, is that they have a BATHTUB! I am in heaven; I have not had a nice, hot bath in over a month, and I am going to enjoy it!</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi0TcjSJR2G1rx2bdUFBiwslINuHoLncM6g01LIL1Qjh4aE3mjRU4Atk_GvZBogoB56nf7Db45TdPzQcjMvMppDVXHcwHlRdwpdKRoU5-ue7vrHgjpeYybvCronU9GsAcb-XJ7buGGjOqeovy1eX03rUf-wU5wKizHytHvSOdsHLUZbqN0Yyk-i74eR/s320/IMG_6411.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="320" data-original-width="240" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi0TcjSJR2G1rx2bdUFBiwslINuHoLncM6g01LIL1Qjh4aE3mjRU4Atk_GvZBogoB56nf7Db45TdPzQcjMvMppDVXHcwHlRdwpdKRoU5-ue7vrHgjpeYybvCronU9GsAcb-XJ7buGGjOqeovy1eX03rUf-wU5wKizHytHvSOdsHLUZbqN0Yyk-i74eR/s1600/IMG_6411.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjBOVMt9PPZy1-2GiLaxmsAuPeQEgsyNQcJa194iSz7AKrzyAA5HYhdlRIyMSYdD0dpRURy5XGiSOGAmJiVZqZbiLu-rRMy4-d-b1zlOglWoBZJA0QOUodo7IRHcRDxzakSJUbRtWQbGbm-awdA4I1TSG2NSyhPVKK96wxO-JrqZyC6bXayJKMb38FP/s320/IMG_6412.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="320" data-original-width="240" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjBOVMt9PPZy1-2GiLaxmsAuPeQEgsyNQcJa194iSz7AKrzyAA5HYhdlRIyMSYdD0dpRURy5XGiSOGAmJiVZqZbiLu-rRMy4-d-b1zlOglWoBZJA0QOUodo7IRHcRDxzakSJUbRtWQbGbm-awdA4I1TSG2NSyhPVKK96wxO-JrqZyC6bXayJKMb38FP/s1600/IMG_6412.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><br /><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhMhFTZT_tLAlNnzZsfzhPXBgBViVxdUS4QQywe2SiVlqnk7zuJPOl9TG1lmZkhjtJp9_0AxsFquY63smSrvUD9W5MaAqWCJ0dNrqmo0MV5_44H4R4GRdRSXbUifwCrvG5qaIx_aXVPTtz5iAZtxUwMsA5saI7TffK0Cf7SfKiTZBEgkQuRejK0i4pt/s320/IMG_6413.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="320" data-original-width="240" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhMhFTZT_tLAlNnzZsfzhPXBgBViVxdUS4QQywe2SiVlqnk7zuJPOl9TG1lmZkhjtJp9_0AxsFquY63smSrvUD9W5MaAqWCJ0dNrqmo0MV5_44H4R4GRdRSXbUifwCrvG5qaIx_aXVPTtz5iAZtxUwMsA5saI7TffK0Cf7SfKiTZBEgkQuRejK0i4pt/s1600/IMG_6413.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhnH4fTUZjb-wP0ryWGLz62_gq0srEYZhHtjMpgiQbFZngaIujES2IKjLMxgaOt3B-XXlAu4Jq2OUyxkBdy8hwhVht3oyNtqzmoa1LJpAQwIQHcMsj61CjtNeU9QnqsRb_2dHA5EwfIjaKFIYLkI-A23z_AwBBOnEkDOiCikVZ6EPFPfxq6LblaL11H/s320/IMG_6414.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="320" data-original-width="240" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhnH4fTUZjb-wP0ryWGLz62_gq0srEYZhHtjMpgiQbFZngaIujES2IKjLMxgaOt3B-XXlAu4Jq2OUyxkBdy8hwhVht3oyNtqzmoa1LJpAQwIQHcMsj61CjtNeU9QnqsRb_2dHA5EwfIjaKFIYLkI-A23z_AwBBOnEkDOiCikVZ6EPFPfxq6LblaL11H/s1600/IMG_6414.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><br /><div>Since we were not exhausted from traveling and the sun decided to poke its' head out, we decided to stroll around the hood. And boy, oh boy, what a hood it is! Just a few blocks away we found an amazing square, surrounded by bedecked, buildings of all shapes and sizes. Gold leaf everywhere and statues and gargoyles galore. 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text-align: center;"><br /></div><div>Upon research, back in the room, I found that it is the central square of the city of Brussels, known all over the world for its decorative and aesthetic wealth, and is considered one of the most beautiful places in the world.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi_lhW4ctpL6YWPjLzWnOqfrg5vQvZ1b716Kee4e8DZfmapWTw3t67AmUo5tE9Pw0eNi3iN8_FaC6pg-0PrlN0OanUYyDpdQfbaZ6fbUETTeFivoehq7tewJC7gtuCKKsP140FhYwlzqLsiNf2fafu1Q_aIlK8-W0KUH9mGGpG-6w2qOcHfTc5rtlyd/s320/IMG_0186.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="240" data-original-width="320" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi_lhW4ctpL6YWPjLzWnOqfrg5vQvZ1b716Kee4e8DZfmapWTw3t67AmUo5tE9Pw0eNi3iN8_FaC6pg-0PrlN0OanUYyDpdQfbaZ6fbUETTeFivoehq7tewJC7gtuCKKsP140FhYwlzqLsiNf2fafu1Q_aIlK8-W0KUH9mGGpG-6w2qOcHfTc5rtlyd/s1600/IMG_0186.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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Since it began to rain, we settled for a quick sandwich from Paul, which is a bakery that is typically good, but this was so-so. We figured we might have better luck with the happy hour food back at the hotel, so after a quick stop for a loaded waffle, which was amazing, we headed back home.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhge5tdrTTs-LOSukyZI4MT0waKowWReXakTYZSs4SakSDQ_n24ASBBXOffI0_kH5aWOwKaIKN7hEe4Yp5_1iEnw1b3jvCQSnAgoDAkJnFhoC0Yif1eJj2V1YA0hol45rJxbSFa9tkbMy6cQZGMmy2PNR7dUe4P5qNcqjSuv225GcOVJ64l6sOljFQk/s320/IMG_0190.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="240" data-original-width="320" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhge5tdrTTs-LOSukyZI4MT0waKowWReXakTYZSs4SakSDQ_n24ASBBXOffI0_kH5aWOwKaIKN7hEe4Yp5_1iEnw1b3jvCQSnAgoDAkJnFhoC0Yif1eJj2V1YA0hol45rJxbSFa9tkbMy6cQZGMmy2PNR7dUe4P5qNcqjSuv225GcOVJ64l6sOljFQk/s1600/IMG_0190.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh_0mQsYrvU-htFFbOCu6doh_1-hhrguH0fKtygSG4v-x4wIVEFQ3NAFRy8POzzja014x009q96EkYK9AqpG_3Ak6NrGsi5D5uS9DobzSNekCuI4VX_BVDaszhKrl-HDFJI51hUU1-8bi8VWVOGmK83s25slfn9s2DdBZY_Jc16Z_Va-fT4jl-6JWu-/s320/IMG_0197.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="240" data-original-width="320" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh_0mQsYrvU-htFFbOCu6doh_1-hhrguH0fKtygSG4v-x4wIVEFQ3NAFRy8POzzja014x009q96EkYK9AqpG_3Ak6NrGsi5D5uS9DobzSNekCuI4VX_BVDaszhKrl-HDFJI51hUU1-8bi8VWVOGmK83s25slfn9s2DdBZY_Jc16Z_Va-fT4jl-6JWu-/s1600/IMG_0197.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="text-align: left;">Along the way, I saw chocolate shop, after chocolate shop, and one cool sign after another. This looks like it is going to be a fabulous place to spend four days!</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="text-align: left;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhZoX5aCd0hW6nfRqD9OOl4w2Ipb1F-fmlGpVHK97Klmj5b3P8-jWO3iesUfuxKQMHxh4GX0FQS7KxkWY_fWetcPkCln6icvw9d8JbRKdOcMF9PkJbfAUgxfe0pnSlS_rbv_uS4ggXV1NL_1rV3aoRuOEuAMgpKOnFzQ4OFXCy9pDbXal_6aT5A8B0Q/s320/IMG_0191.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="240" data-original-width="320" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhZoX5aCd0hW6nfRqD9OOl4w2Ipb1F-fmlGpVHK97Klmj5b3P8-jWO3iesUfuxKQMHxh4GX0FQS7KxkWY_fWetcPkCln6icvw9d8JbRKdOcMF9PkJbfAUgxfe0pnSlS_rbv_uS4ggXV1NL_1rV3aoRuOEuAMgpKOnFzQ4OFXCy9pDbXal_6aT5A8B0Q/s1600/IMG_0191.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjg98WvsMhCRXZgBq8IUXhFTSn7zFXuFCz4TxcPN4wTo3mCvNQglKJBOohWiKohIvX0G0kk0eeyuPN3aopKn8iW27pHQoXK9VhseMYLPB-rPoyfC3hS7TawhayPiXNYLVb6P2_WosYSv-oYVpIfHgdIx7FyCxYr00UPWKrD1439WiU7SlTWVLT_Xwmc/s320/IMG_0192.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="240" data-original-width="320" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjg98WvsMhCRXZgBq8IUXhFTSn7zFXuFCz4TxcPN4wTo3mCvNQglKJBOohWiKohIvX0G0kk0eeyuPN3aopKn8iW27pHQoXK9VhseMYLPB-rPoyfC3hS7TawhayPiXNYLVb6P2_WosYSv-oYVpIfHgdIx7FyCxYr00UPWKrD1439WiU7SlTWVLT_Xwmc/s1600/IMG_0192.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgm-ucOxir6Xg1q8GoXkPoyO0hqCxPVwjLn7Z3ajofXzuphLOQIqanLXVSCCMj2M-Uub0Srtea8UJ2DItWzQoa2qhdCqzuF6dD3i9y8IGJFA8J4UhKc1D9J1aVhp9nLUD9csvR1cn-W3w8KO0ILE126MttXZbXeNTQBdfping_gPRrW3BoUkgEY339A/s320/IMG_0194.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="320" data-original-width="240" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgm-ucOxir6Xg1q8GoXkPoyO0hqCxPVwjLn7Z3ajofXzuphLOQIqanLXVSCCMj2M-Uub0Srtea8UJ2DItWzQoa2qhdCqzuF6dD3i9y8IGJFA8J4UhKc1D9J1aVhp9nLUD9csvR1cn-W3w8KO0ILE126MttXZbXeNTQBdfping_gPRrW3BoUkgEY339A/s1600/IMG_0194.JPG" width="240" /></a></div><br /><span style="text-align: left;"><br /></span></div><div>Oh, by the way, did you know that the Smurfs were born here? I did not! lol</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg0mONPIqRhAMnLAnZNhjfbQWvb5ZO1znszUTIy_rjZwPCCWa1xdoKhaoJqZi71qqmXFcFelCxvnGsghOpU70zRMUCjZE0id_lfMCMEvk_6u39MRYBphx5AZfdrmF4STTV5V4ExsNtpWCFkmXeTcLJn3HQPd9NQxcEnxIVS2Tl4OHIDOFSZSQQQu64X/s320/IMG_0202.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="320" data-original-width="240" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg0mONPIqRhAMnLAnZNhjfbQWvb5ZO1znszUTIy_rjZwPCCWa1xdoKhaoJqZi71qqmXFcFelCxvnGsghOpU70zRMUCjZE0id_lfMCMEvk_6u39MRYBphx5AZfdrmF4STTV5V4ExsNtpWCFkmXeTcLJn3HQPd9NQxcEnxIVS2Tl4OHIDOFSZSQQQu64X/s1600/IMG_0202.JPG" width="240" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgC7NFE4OB4yGewSLo-VJXckLYDNTIwNKKfXvtRLR0LRDPQiK7KuGXi1keJqUayZbFzvN3KMnillFcSeHJ9HbavXPFA69qazAqo883Es9DKu01QDEodV6g_E3CuRZdH5Xjo8mnkbYniys6b1O7Jx6ZvAcKvN3GbY2TdJRVMTJ2gsQ3SIz4qAtcYIqYI/s320/IMG_0203.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="240" data-original-width="320" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgC7NFE4OB4yGewSLo-VJXckLYDNTIwNKKfXvtRLR0LRDPQiK7KuGXi1keJqUayZbFzvN3KMnillFcSeHJ9HbavXPFA69qazAqo883Es9DKu01QDEodV6g_E3CuRZdH5Xjo8mnkbYniys6b1O7Jx6ZvAcKvN3GbY2TdJRVMTJ2gsQ3SIz4qAtcYIqYI/s1600/IMG_0203.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div><br />Night y'all!</div><div><br /></div><div><p style="text-align: center;">FaceBook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/1231868863613342">CML: A Place for Hope and Humor</a></p><p style="text-align: center;">Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/cmlmichele">https://www.instagram.com/cmlmichele</a></p><p style="text-align: center;">Email: CMLMichele59@gmail.com</p></div>Michelehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18185513255737012093noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7402247635006701650.post-71175455063785012592022-09-08T12:11:00.002-07:002022-09-08T12:56:25.589-07:00Second Day in Amsterdam; Museum and Canal Ride<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjd-G4G0rC54YxNqEj6AuoWST-J3wi1bfkPaFSPiKpyIWBPR3qIg0FXc6TuIUIAi8TLqoifZdxhvP8grvaVc1GZg4P7sWtS9NAfJJK4NmIM_-0lCnGtnQQufrsGnDxOFZCqZjmP3h0DBgC_ZovbQjbaVAcZlpGoy702IqJHgw2CWzziB56HXtrIYfwQ/s320/IMG_9823.JPG" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="320" data-original-width="240" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjd-G4G0rC54YxNqEj6AuoWST-J3wi1bfkPaFSPiKpyIWBPR3qIg0FXc6TuIUIAi8TLqoifZdxhvP8grvaVc1GZg4P7sWtS9NAfJJK4NmIM_-0lCnGtnQQufrsGnDxOFZCqZjmP3h0DBgC_ZovbQjbaVAcZlpGoy702IqJHgw2CWzziB56HXtrIYfwQ/s1600/IMG_9823.JPG" width="240" /></a></div><br />Before heading to the museum, we hit the street market which is just a few blocks from our hotel. I had the best food I have had since coming to Amsterdam. It was some sort of tortilla-type thing filled with spinach and feta cheese. It was so, so good!<p></p>At this street market, they sold everything from jewelry, to fish, to clothing to wallpaper. It is blocks long and opens every single day. So much work and I can hardly imagine setting up and breaking down every day.<div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiZ1foqobU3F_MbRYC21PvrXUga5lw8ql8YTXazbc96IvNuKRUXgEET9-ZcRfEgVXC4IfFiVPlWbbWlNv_EALGp_bZc5YCqeaNi2o8zSCpuGymgKu1eJ6cr-c07Yjk5u3Q7zSYvQ8nMZymzzqaNjsQZTwg2z5ucM7jB4MZC-mdwLZthQ1GRmMtZUrgH/s320/IMG_9824.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="240" data-original-width="320" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiZ1foqobU3F_MbRYC21PvrXUga5lw8ql8YTXazbc96IvNuKRUXgEET9-ZcRfEgVXC4IfFiVPlWbbWlNv_EALGp_bZc5YCqeaNi2o8zSCpuGymgKu1eJ6cr-c07Yjk5u3Q7zSYvQ8nMZymzzqaNjsQZTwg2z5ucM7jB4MZC-mdwLZthQ1GRmMtZUrgH/s1600/IMG_9824.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhVFhRaTGSX6wyvQpYRfwp9hEMEbIu09vZ34Sqchq0MKBPyFvvveh8GOqw2XRm4UpE50VkfTR8iEbZ-SSSA2w_i-r4-bKjUWJ0FeEjF2rSLMA6NhVJoZsP3OLo0AR2x9WgRczJceuWHqDdxDUVtzaKn0P1dBR0vQ1-5diJy9okktg-ohqBBLHq_Noa-/s320/IMG_9826.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="240" data-original-width="320" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhVFhRaTGSX6wyvQpYRfwp9hEMEbIu09vZ34Sqchq0MKBPyFvvveh8GOqw2XRm4UpE50VkfTR8iEbZ-SSSA2w_i-r4-bKjUWJ0FeEjF2rSLMA6NhVJoZsP3OLo0AR2x9WgRczJceuWHqDdxDUVtzaKn0P1dBR0vQ1-5diJy9okktg-ohqBBLHq_Noa-/s1600/IMG_9826.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi7iZt7dHVpj1_Fz_dsZKk3d2Lz1hDetNDKt4-IKHHePPKXD0MDX6gKo6it6vZ8Va80duh7F-xw4NppLTcDEhuUIYlCWQPT9ySq-KDwqd259UMkhH3sc-wozEvuOixIohuJhUAHorv8U0sBPcOd8MASc9JuyrmzjMIm-NRd10MvJo3WhZqzaqp6JUuY/s320/IMG_9827.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="240" data-original-width="320" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi7iZt7dHVpj1_Fz_dsZKk3d2Lz1hDetNDKt4-IKHHePPKXD0MDX6gKo6it6vZ8Va80duh7F-xw4NppLTcDEhuUIYlCWQPT9ySq-KDwqd259UMkhH3sc-wozEvuOixIohuJhUAHorv8U0sBPcOd8MASc9JuyrmzjMIm-NRd10MvJo3WhZqzaqp6JUuY/s1600/IMG_9827.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div><br /></div><div><br />Next stop:</div><div><br />Museum day; the Rijksmuseum, to be exact. This is the national museum of the Netherlands dedicated to Dutch arts and history. The current building opened in 1885 and it is HUGE!!!</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEga_B_0fPj03q-ID33RP5MWjhNPJSGDf6DPKOYZzgI7CRjpbhgk1abG7SwmvRbNste8uwYE7k_0jjOe3Ei9kr6gsS8r5pCUKhELpvDTX3s1xrFsWd2dEbU_Rsii9w872ClgwvNtmumHqCW8zgN67ofn5BsOvGbQ2lfaXYoa4e2_0WXrys6eMU6Obu1K/s320/IMG_9849.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="240" data-original-width="320" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEga_B_0fPj03q-ID33RP5MWjhNPJSGDf6DPKOYZzgI7CRjpbhgk1abG7SwmvRbNste8uwYE7k_0jjOe3Ei9kr6gsS8r5pCUKhELpvDTX3s1xrFsWd2dEbU_Rsii9w872ClgwvNtmumHqCW8zgN67ofn5BsOvGbQ2lfaXYoa4e2_0WXrys6eMU6Obu1K/s1600/IMG_9849.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjLcDbegnDiuThu4DBT5whmQjjJg8tWAexOp3Yy6Jkchq3NN_DPd9SrVuwMzrwR_9I4U8DzRNgLL3h0PRECnqLtjZxBk8RKK2AO5Rjg9Kz-f2n-CW1Oq8KU9CMfEDCwt_ZuqV1yPPPby8CyHUNppGzT9CLjzJTcREg91NW5K3pEcvo0iJtpf8E-PcyD/s320/IMG_9853.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; 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After 2.5 years of rigorous research, treatment began in January 2022. Meanwhile, the deformations in the canvas have been reduced and the painting has been mounted onto a new strainer. The process was quite fascinating, and I feel lucky to have viewed this very large, beautiful Rembrandt.</div><div><br />We walked more than 11,000 steps in that museum just to give you an idea of just how large it is, and we did not hit every single area; most, but not all. There was just so much to see.</div><div><br />I absolutely loved the library, which is the largest public art history research library in the Netherlands. 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The best part of the canal ride was that we got to sit for over an hour while learning a bit more about Amsterdam.</div><div> <br />I loved the "houseboats" that actually never left the spot where they were moored.</div><div><br /></div><div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi9GGLnG3bQW5hVka7lRN2WHArMGUFcVFX-izmWhoTRUk-8y5r2b-_Jdl-bGBmsWI_FgDSUwZqWLe1Msx-uuqmH1VdO_6j5Jo4KxQ-2SN5lG-DxBJfpPnJGuDxOtyLJcV4YrpenUjgpxXmoM-TgbAZtsivIvg75pFy_fxGOeVMcfGw3umOLCd2UYKub/s320/IMG_0054.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="240" data-original-width="320" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi9GGLnG3bQW5hVka7lRN2WHArMGUFcVFX-izmWhoTRUk-8y5r2b-_Jdl-bGBmsWI_FgDSUwZqWLe1Msx-uuqmH1VdO_6j5Jo4KxQ-2SN5lG-DxBJfpPnJGuDxOtyLJcV4YrpenUjgpxXmoM-TgbAZtsivIvg75pFy_fxGOeVMcfGw3umOLCd2UYKub/s1600/IMG_0054.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhjpSJeSXcC5JpadwuU3jWOxPqT_8hr37foi3geq3pJG4miwpYTrpIWrFnmYRmcxVUVxmeqjjDkF6sb-SfS8woMRlv5FEdrIv-deu-JdrP8n_kZ8N-zmz3YU4IBWtdLU_RI04U7UY58yb-7quUhNtOg-SitXJreJLkSkclP_kemmOamdkWqUGBuf0ip/s320/IMG_0053.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="240" data-original-width="320" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhjpSJeSXcC5JpadwuU3jWOxPqT_8hr37foi3geq3pJG4miwpYTrpIWrFnmYRmcxVUVxmeqjjDkF6sb-SfS8woMRlv5FEdrIv-deu-JdrP8n_kZ8N-zmz3YU4IBWtdLU_RI04U7UY58yb-7quUhNtOg-SitXJreJLkSkclP_kemmOamdkWqUGBuf0ip/s1600/IMG_0053.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhit7Xbbcsnzo-z6lIn7JYkPCv_N3pH3Ms0cmNhlBw-A0OsrWCyRAEkUzXws_RggpMZq6tAd2c909li5YluhEmVagyY-Qq_tMTtX-I9TqbW_C3eelU7RTTa_4qnkrEA8u1UeFBjLQhSMh8JPph2A5yX_FqRy9ouv0FQPND-7-Mi5hC6e_onA6bzxz_y/s320/IMG_0050.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="240" data-original-width="320" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhit7Xbbcsnzo-z6lIn7JYkPCv_N3pH3Ms0cmNhlBw-A0OsrWCyRAEkUzXws_RggpMZq6tAd2c909li5YluhEmVagyY-Qq_tMTtX-I9TqbW_C3eelU7RTTa_4qnkrEA8u1UeFBjLQhSMh8JPph2A5yX_FqRy9ouv0FQPND-7-Mi5hC6e_onA6bzxz_y/s1600/IMG_0050.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><br /> <br />After the boat ride, it was time for dinner and the hotel! We found a Thai restaurant that had some of the best Thai I have ever eaten. It was a small place, in the neighborhood behind our hotel. The peanut sauce with the Satay was the BEST we had ever eaten, and the Panang Curry was right up there with the best, too.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhKbdLOetC7VwCdEHEvncpeVGBC3YxxJah-YSyePmQKWjvN2Y5BUisl3hrTdo2491Z64OnbtR7nPL3lB9YoHUS40ebq2IaqRYn8LsTBba-bPyyTh8-9FdrON9JmYPKZw0yUHXKBMj65UTa8Iozu240K2zLJ8U2f5t9zPCyPuWXRs4TVTV_I3hGfqOoS/s320/IMG_0063.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="240" data-original-width="320" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhKbdLOetC7VwCdEHEvncpeVGBC3YxxJah-YSyePmQKWjvN2Y5BUisl3hrTdo2491Z64OnbtR7nPL3lB9YoHUS40ebq2IaqRYn8LsTBba-bPyyTh8-9FdrON9JmYPKZw0yUHXKBMj65UTa8Iozu240K2zLJ8U2f5t9zPCyPuWXRs4TVTV_I3hGfqOoS/s1600/IMG_0063.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj9oVrLPuf_fOffA65HWl0r7aGD3m61TILdW4OgqHVzMtYecI2WSVzhWvwbp_q3ZXkp_O6DMLdHyAuMkAVtEXuTB9JwGLcMSlxxK31XnqFdAumPYe6gErYnG6G-exIBpXLybieP0a43e9TrMwqGXC4akXaHKyMdYE4CTiMAU9DyAEBXp-WbJ1y1suae/s320/IMG_0064.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="240" data-original-width="320" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj9oVrLPuf_fOffA65HWl0r7aGD3m61TILdW4OgqHVzMtYecI2WSVzhWvwbp_q3ZXkp_O6DMLdHyAuMkAVtEXuTB9JwGLcMSlxxK31XnqFdAumPYe6gErYnG6G-exIBpXLybieP0a43e9TrMwqGXC4akXaHKyMdYE4CTiMAU9DyAEBXp-WbJ1y1suae/s1600/IMG_0064.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div><br />Happy tummy, tired feet!</div><div><br />Time to throw in the towel.</div><div><br />Night y'all!<br /></div><div><br /></div><div><p style="text-align: center;">FaceBook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/1231868863613342">CML: A Place for Hope and Humor</a></p><p style="text-align: center;">Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/cmlmichele">https://www.instagram.com/cmlmichele</a></p><p style="text-align: center;">Email: CMLMichele59@gmail.com</p></div>Michelehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18185513255737012093noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7402247635006701650.post-995984818795805922022-09-07T11:05:00.001-07:002022-09-07T11:06:01.315-07:00First Day in Amsterdam!<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjhQJILStoWb0P__MbcdibrWg5lNe9R8RWWOYdcV5OX5Oo6MFrsRm0CS4K2hFV9VDnBRbXgO1Xuv0vT2hOw1bzMzbW8Wd6NNcU_aoOlDLbbSrJCqpCAoFdQBPhnkIkPzPsL1x6npgAQwCPtHSJ7dSUrw-mJu3pYy2ZLcmTC5Y1_V2hm3-mtxp6wqleK/s320/IMG_9485.JPG" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="320" data-original-width="240" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjhQJILStoWb0P__MbcdibrWg5lNe9R8RWWOYdcV5OX5Oo6MFrsRm0CS4K2hFV9VDnBRbXgO1Xuv0vT2hOw1bzMzbW8Wd6NNcU_aoOlDLbbSrJCqpCAoFdQBPhnkIkPzPsL1x6npgAQwCPtHSJ7dSUrw-mJu3pYy2ZLcmTC5Y1_V2hm3-mtxp6wqleK/s1600/IMG_9485.JPG" width="240" /></a></div><br />Time to hit the streets of Amsterdam! It will be the hottest day of our trip so far, so I am keeping my fingers crossed for a cloud cover and a breeze!<p></p>We decided that since it "may" rain tomorrow, we would hit the old city center today, as it is a bit further from our hotel and more walking, outdoors. Three metro stops away and we were at the Amsterdam Centraal train station, which was a beautiful, old building with two different clocks, towers, and a goldcrest, of some sort. 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It is Amsterdam's primary Catholic church and we arrived just in time to hear the last ten minutes of mass. It is Neo-Baroque and Neo-Renaissance in style. 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There was some current-day art, as well as "old" art on the walls, alongside stained glass windows, another art installation that looked like a fire-pit; black coal, with small black statues, interspersed, and some of the carved tombstones were quite impressive.</div><div> </div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgwfu-F1asMak3yGhm_t3gGkTlIEZKCczCod7Zevm6hu0CfFgsVSO6CkBPZ_9xMBnlg-UT_LodCXV3g0Ic-C4PvDRxLyzPh0bbJFm2wjfOvyd9a4EdlPw0TKTQR2s83PSziOjeOOoQtoCm3oJFzU-Gw9IPczk7fxvTnBGqhERIVS6AfS8PhBQv7QUaN/s320/IMG_9575.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="320" data-original-width="240" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgwfu-F1asMak3yGhm_t3gGkTlIEZKCczCod7Zevm6hu0CfFgsVSO6CkBPZ_9xMBnlg-UT_LodCXV3g0Ic-C4PvDRxLyzPh0bbJFm2wjfOvyd9a4EdlPw0TKTQR2s83PSziOjeOOoQtoCm3oJFzU-Gw9IPczk7fxvTnBGqhERIVS6AfS8PhBQv7QUaN/s1600/IMG_9575.JPG" width="240" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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I found that weird, but I guess in Amsterdam anything goes. I also found it weird that the "girls in the window" were standing there, scantily dresses, playing on their cell phones, while waiting for customers! And how weird was it that I wanted to walk up and down those streets just to see what it was all about!?</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgcY3Z1hPhpOu-SO4cS8xL04ZMUTK2CHRX34NAm0-vYU4NmenTsHutNjmhtBUdFmJnI1kOQWpgd2rVW0EecnuiVG41KjXNhiyAOKB4Dh6zArza2fnGWz_-4RnSjyw33V7b1Yp2ZRfgxhun29bHUjEdDsmS0Pgzysc7SstLm0NQId0Uh-xS4bSf8L6TO/s320/IMG_9572.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="320" data-original-width="240" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgcY3Z1hPhpOu-SO4cS8xL04ZMUTK2CHRX34NAm0-vYU4NmenTsHutNjmhtBUdFmJnI1kOQWpgd2rVW0EecnuiVG41KjXNhiyAOKB4Dh6zArza2fnGWz_-4RnSjyw33V7b1Yp2ZRfgxhun29bHUjEdDsmS0Pgzysc7SstLm0NQId0Uh-xS4bSf8L6TO/s1600/IMG_9572.JPG" width="240" /></a></div><br /><div>TMI Warning; I had just asked Joe, "So, do you suppose that they just close that curtain, or do you think that there is another door with a twin mattress on the floor?" When low and behold, we walked by one of the windows, and there on the floor was a twin mattress, in a room no wider, a roll of toilet paper, and a few pillows. Yes, you can say "eeeewwww", now, I certainly did!</div><div> <br />I suppose that that is enough information on that part of Amsterdam!</div><div><br />I loved all of the little streets in the old town, full of pastry shops, restaurants, and just about anything else you would like, and the square where we were able to see buskers, singing, blowing bubbles, and playing instruments.</div><div> </div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjsQunJm1U8OatVsicjed4fVmpSSKL3YtyZTraHMU83MkzKfEJ4nhO16hzjH6JMGtoj-GsMM-hC4AhqdrRVeLHEOz94ac3Pg908uGMSKF4eGtQyk65LhTo3icInvkoJCYehsXnMmn-jt09kM6X-TgH1_8B69I6t2dSIyLIBsPX8flh7XyIhjAs2n0zN/s320/IMG_9656.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="240" data-original-width="320" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjsQunJm1U8OatVsicjed4fVmpSSKL3YtyZTraHMU83MkzKfEJ4nhO16hzjH6JMGtoj-GsMM-hC4AhqdrRVeLHEOz94ac3Pg908uGMSKF4eGtQyk65LhTo3icInvkoJCYehsXnMmn-jt09kM6X-TgH1_8B69I6t2dSIyLIBsPX8flh7XyIhjAs2n0zN/s1600/IMG_9656.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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gnocchi and penne pasta. I think that the sips of Grolsch beer helped me walk back to the metro and to our hotel.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg027qKGuefDjkgmdUdvjbkyprIRJD79FgF8-NrMFLqHgt9tjm8d-gXNVW1EsU44T-z1IER5GMl5IiI8ypcxgLtoXkJ-k4oEE3w_FPJscdruiuzsCMsUXo-8FQVS1Gt4Lke5M9alIV2xdvCmMXpalkR4ocIPT270ce_P9W14WgYSxb9pt-_R1rflVkg/s320/IMG_9648.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="320" data-original-width="240" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg027qKGuefDjkgmdUdvjbkyprIRJD79FgF8-NrMFLqHgt9tjm8d-gXNVW1EsU44T-z1IER5GMl5IiI8ypcxgLtoXkJ-k4oEE3w_FPJscdruiuzsCMsUXo-8FQVS1Gt4Lke5M9alIV2xdvCmMXpalkR4ocIPT270ce_P9W14WgYSxb9pt-_R1rflVkg/s1600/IMG_9648.JPG" width="240" /></a></div><br /><div><br /></div><div><br />Another great day in the books!</div><div><br />Night y'all!</div><div><br /></div><div><p style="text-align: center;">FaceBook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/1231868863613342">CML: A Place for Hope and Humor</a></p><p style="text-align: center;">Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/cmlmichele">https://www.instagram.com/cmlmichele</a></p><p style="text-align: center;">Email: CMLMichele59@gmail.com</p><br /><br /></div>Michelehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18185513255737012093noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7402247635006701650.post-91383002304275503282022-09-06T11:27:00.003-07:002022-09-06T11:28:17.005-07:00Berlin to Amsterdam!<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjpcbYDo9FbFYZDlZSicpNsTFDvOL9kBZxqV4hNaLGlZvEoW376TWgVxw3I6KY4KSWi3T4wlCRsZcKKsOtbdoS_dzaf7YUQ95OS6gBpvujxXg7snaBa6gAwzFaexFv71BF3QRqExCNo5iS3k1dkm-bPtJNGHnO_BIdhMiXS9Nr_FDjcRSGveC53l1SM/s320/IMG_9472.JPG" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="240" data-original-width="320" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjpcbYDo9FbFYZDlZSicpNsTFDvOL9kBZxqV4hNaLGlZvEoW376TWgVxw3I6KY4KSWi3T4wlCRsZcKKsOtbdoS_dzaf7YUQ95OS6gBpvujxXg7snaBa6gAwzFaexFv71BF3QRqExCNo5iS3k1dkm-bPtJNGHnO_BIdhMiXS9Nr_FDjcRSGveC53l1SM/s1600/IMG_9472.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><br />I think that we are all going to miss our little apartment, in our little neighborhood when we leave Berlin. It was so wonderful to return to a quiet neighborhood after tourist-ing all day.<p></p>Before leaving, Joe and I had a fabulous acai-type bowl for breakfast.<div><br />We headed to the airport in an Uber and got caught in a traffic jam, not that it really mattered as we had plenty of time. We were booked on an Easy Jet flight, and they were pretty great! Our special assistant from check-in to the gate was actually from Los Angeles but had been living in Berlin for more than 35 years. It was great chatting with him as he whisked us through security.</div><div><br />The best part of wheelchair assistance is staying away from the masses of people, as all of the passengers are typically bussed out to the plane. Instead, they took us on and off in a separate bus, which is great.<br />Upon arrival in Amsterdam, we figured out how to take the train, then the metro, and walk two blocks to our hotel, which was pretty easy. The first thing I noticed was that where we are, in the Pijp District, it is very dirty!</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhyXsIl75KwCJu99Joq4R1_G9XP2Til0ZeifpY-P7z9L-TAdlwhEPQ-fmwYe1mxCTD1xp0JYUwDpog860WkD8enPoFiGyEcxYMf0B5-66aukmgjl3-O9kjVvvzVXoKX_u9uIcxmUCa-D1GNOcyJWxHrhJ7LH308BggHz1Ol6IOeeIqqB6aSBIFd8bfu/s320/IMG_9468.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="320" data-original-width="240" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhyXsIl75KwCJu99Joq4R1_G9XP2Til0ZeifpY-P7z9L-TAdlwhEPQ-fmwYe1mxCTD1xp0JYUwDpog860WkD8enPoFiGyEcxYMf0B5-66aukmgjl3-O9kjVvvzVXoKX_u9uIcxmUCa-D1GNOcyJWxHrhJ7LH308BggHz1Ol6IOeeIqqB6aSBIFd8bfu/s1600/IMG_9468.JPG" width="240" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhGe_EqG4TG3iDGvBmzn0ZEi8L0cS133q7KmiNZxzw8W--y9jnTH-JWYaYew-wFmuHImszNh7nwvTBoPF65IvTn0IeBYvcf81plQjRyjhCDjVcACvrME5O5TT8NiRRhv6mgS7U3SQbUtFdvDsPFOBgYXzVDAGymxr1N5zNIsX5jecTMN1MqQ8eltMZ2/s320/IMG_9469.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="240" data-original-width="320" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhGe_EqG4TG3iDGvBmzn0ZEi8L0cS133q7KmiNZxzw8W--y9jnTH-JWYaYew-wFmuHImszNh7nwvTBoPF65IvTn0IeBYvcf81plQjRyjhCDjVcACvrME5O5TT8NiRRhv6mgS7U3SQbUtFdvDsPFOBgYXzVDAGymxr1N5zNIsX5jecTMN1MqQ8eltMZ2/s1600/IMG_9469.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgate2c1boVR_StU6q8ZCDlQm0zVPAaYwq03w_kKk1TXJO6qNGlZKqjD4lk10Q64Qf4vqDbsQPnfXHMgXY3W9ZoUoeVfXaljOvPVamI6B5FaYLUtdaWLzN6YfUkcNl_7gN0E3nPVKgWTb-BbN9xEEpL4nd725P0Vx337LV0AwcH5MvEmvjKKAj0oJom/s320/IMG_9473.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="320" data-original-width="240" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgate2c1boVR_StU6q8ZCDlQm0zVPAaYwq03w_kKk1TXJO6qNGlZKqjD4lk10Q64Qf4vqDbsQPnfXHMgXY3W9ZoUoeVfXaljOvPVamI6B5FaYLUtdaWLzN6YfUkcNl_7gN0E3nPVKgWTb-BbN9xEEpL4nd725P0Vx337LV0AwcH5MvEmvjKKAj0oJom/s1600/IMG_9473.JPG" width="240" /></a></div><div><br />And watch out for the cars, and more importantly the bicycles! They zip around these narrow streets, very fast.</div><div><br />The best part thus far is our room and the hotel Sir Albert Amsterdam; our window looks right out onto the canal; so cool!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEje57oRdFyrtO66c0atIqedtHDDg9pfhHGD8pEs8Q3jyVv-UV7Z6u8IrhfNvROnmm1E_EfUPL9CdCVZ8LGhisETZrmKTgIrrcDV7WQUJMcw9_9LaRCqoDfbeIuC_9763jmuQ5nVspZADOTlxBpV_Ejdm6oyusLNLSixbtHDzSrtrRFCdak1S9t1k_nH/s320/IMG_6384.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="240" data-original-width="320" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEje57oRdFyrtO66c0atIqedtHDDg9pfhHGD8pEs8Q3jyVv-UV7Z6u8IrhfNvROnmm1E_EfUPL9CdCVZ8LGhisETZrmKTgIrrcDV7WQUJMcw9_9LaRCqoDfbeIuC_9763jmuQ5nVspZADOTlxBpV_Ejdm6oyusLNLSixbtHDzSrtrRFCdak1S9t1k_nH/s1600/IMG_6384.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div><br />After a little stroll, we settled on Shoarma for dinner; it was very good, but too much meat for me!<br />Off to bed, I am whooped.</div><div><br />Night y'all!</div><div><p style="text-align: center;">FaceBook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/1231868863613342">CML: A Place for Hope and Humor</a></p><p style="text-align: center;">Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/cmlmichele">https://www.instagram.com/cmlmichele</a></p><p style="text-align: center;">Email: CMLMichele59@gmail.com</p><div class="yj6qo"></div><div class="adL"><br style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small;" /></div></div>Michelehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18185513255737012093noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7402247635006701650.post-45786594415123739542022-09-05T13:49:00.001-07:002022-09-05T13:50:11.393-07:00Second Day in Berlin<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiRIBFc17DaVdRCqblXZkvSNhusoizSFOse6u-PayoywHG0c_ngt2pvZijJRrV7vH0UPIYdbCzORr-sHVvy7rN2cCWEVUE_BdJumlYfEv_9rnHYJZMqzRJtu8wxglo0BxgEneMzyJmf4DGbes0yYoraRhmZcaMAQl7uLQEhlCCe1_6tySJfRlvnJMJ-/s320/IMG_9184.jpg" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="275" data-original-width="320" height="275" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiRIBFc17DaVdRCqblXZkvSNhusoizSFOse6u-PayoywHG0c_ngt2pvZijJRrV7vH0UPIYdbCzORr-sHVvy7rN2cCWEVUE_BdJumlYfEv_9rnHYJZMqzRJtu8wxglo0BxgEneMzyJmf4DGbes0yYoraRhmZcaMAQl7uLQEhlCCe1_6tySJfRlvnJMJ-/s1600/IMG_9184.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br />After a good night's sleep, we were ready to hit the streets of Berlin. Joe figured out how to get us from our flat to museum island, and it was literally just a hop, skip, and jump! Super easy-peasy. although we might get locked up, because the only ticket booth for the metro that we saw, and tried to use, kept locking up. They do not have turnstiles like in the US and many other European countries, so we just hopped on, and off the metro without a ticket.<p></p>It did not take long to get down to Museum Island and the first place that we went was the Berlin Cathedral. Needless to say, it was stunning. It is the largest Protestant church in Germany, and one of the most important tombs in Europe.<div><br />This church was built from 1894 to 1905 by the order of German Emperor William II in Renaissance and Baroque Revival styles. We were told that William II wanted it to be bigger, and better than St. Peter's Cathedral in Rome, however, he didn't have enough money, so while the altar area and the organ are massive, ornate, and costly, much of the rest of the church was built "more on a budget."</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjCnJJSOSku0ArFfvvKB6xRmKJabnUxuK5JYqVfpo_M3MTr0sIH77Mp-2_r2oWFI0M3uQ3kuPRlkAsxCN5Kmln5W8d5Yn9H9JvgBF4WhjEZxEURkBkWzEKv8XBcQ529c_LJri3Gg3L2sjciHr5OLQEzzvGbDU6rms298I4yRBpaBda16ivxCmVBdTIT/s320/IMG_9206.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="320" data-original-width="240" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjCnJJSOSku0ArFfvvKB6xRmKJabnUxuK5JYqVfpo_M3MTr0sIH77Mp-2_r2oWFI0M3uQ3kuPRlkAsxCN5Kmln5W8d5Yn9H9JvgBF4WhjEZxEURkBkWzEKv8XBcQ529c_LJri3Gg3L2sjciHr5OLQEzzvGbDU6rms298I4yRBpaBda16ivxCmVBdTIT/s1600/IMG_9206.JPG" width="240" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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I thought the church was quite impressive and I loved learning a bit about it.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh4ldG80zSEg_gfIb7nNSRUu7NG04WLyLlFVu0OreccxB8dP1U-W8tRaPITuRNwnl76ypdp3QQFIQPToFgfy3GptuZCZ1yGj_xUyJkqlBuQmEO-IzCyatJVxujRr_jEE7_pqZqC9DHx_U3ax6wDA4Vu6TDN3O0i2M-ZVRPn-i0GiYXbD_DXjeuN1tpo/s320/IMG_9213.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="320" data-original-width="240" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh4ldG80zSEg_gfIb7nNSRUu7NG04WLyLlFVu0OreccxB8dP1U-W8tRaPITuRNwnl76ypdp3QQFIQPToFgfy3GptuZCZ1yGj_xUyJkqlBuQmEO-IzCyatJVxujRr_jEE7_pqZqC9DHx_U3ax6wDA4Vu6TDN3O0i2M-ZVRPn-i0GiYXbD_DXjeuN1tpo/s1600/IMG_9213.JPG" width="240" /></a></div><br /><div><br />While were we listening to a twenty-minute talk about the church, Joe was climbing the 267 stairs to the outside, middle section of the dome, where he got some great photos, from a birds-eye view.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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Gotta love hitting tourist attractions on their free days. 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It is considered a major work of German Neoclassical architecture. It currently houses Greek and Roman sculptures and artifacts.</div><div><br /></div><div>Lots of headless, armless, and penisless sculptures! Some very beautiful sculptures with my favorite being the Empress Faustina the Younger, who bore her husband 13 children. My second favorite was Amor and Psyche, who are winged children embracing each other.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjFRhcBjsLwYEMtPf3GjORLKUxdlkD5giSNXgGxRJGLZKeBeRhuMUqMSdxmxIvgJ_Nowt-2E0niOaETG4kusUk6Ry2lY_akErzTRbRSnBkpUkWdQUGMbh0kkJEbylQEWRp5FN4QLuYPw7m0wbek2auMJDi3yvO31xqeqTyEtpQjoB7Ao2H3MvZg2WyW/s320/IMG_9396.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="320" data-original-width="240" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjFRhcBjsLwYEMtPf3GjORLKUxdlkD5giSNXgGxRJGLZKeBeRhuMUqMSdxmxIvgJ_Nowt-2E0niOaETG4kusUk6Ry2lY_akErzTRbRSnBkpUkWdQUGMbh0kkJEbylQEWRp5FN4QLuYPw7m0wbek2auMJDi3yvO31xqeqTyEtpQjoB7Ao2H3MvZg2WyW/s1600/IMG_9396.JPG" width="240" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhJjmqBR0zI8KRXZolF4kYRSwFja6lfzhFbGn6qJeeri1SHOO8-m_hPWJNlPWwwnrrKU3rAX62jQ68-VfeeYKGbULKr3y3OyQjHsgx1bIGGVb6_PLlS2jC-u24mszBhjeYPIDf59uHTAQmeC7VF7UslKcvM1hphSqduBV9NnILjbVVe8Kz_y-eSao_-/s320/IMG_9410.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="320" data-original-width="240" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhJjmqBR0zI8KRXZolF4kYRSwFja6lfzhFbGn6qJeeri1SHOO8-m_hPWJNlPWwwnrrKU3rAX62jQ68-VfeeYKGbULKr3y3OyQjHsgx1bIGGVb6_PLlS2jC-u24mszBhjeYPIDf59uHTAQmeC7VF7UslKcvM1hphSqduBV9NnILjbVVe8Kz_y-eSao_-/s1600/IMG_9410.JPG" width="240" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjxE09_q8RxbGfUL7PTr56eKpFx7MiqhAOLphMHwsvzVptsB95-c8HZAbCRUIJQdFSK8ryvKyg5eBYGe36VIm6gVLM6HT1Vo9ylHdFqCuRHCwuLjguheIYjbLIJX9hnYsGC0hZJK3bGeqIYeZnu76GAk2S9OMCjRsPzyLb5NVn_iZKHKN1OF3uMJBOO/s320/IMG_9411.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="240" data-original-width="320" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjxE09_q8RxbGfUL7PTr56eKpFx7MiqhAOLphMHwsvzVptsB95-c8HZAbCRUIJQdFSK8ryvKyg5eBYGe36VIm6gVLM6HT1Vo9ylHdFqCuRHCwuLjguheIYjbLIJX9hnYsGC0hZJK3bGeqIYeZnu76GAk2S9OMCjRsPzyLb5NVn_iZKHKN1OF3uMJBOO/s1600/IMG_9411.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div>The next museum was the Bode Museum, which was full of churchy-type artifacts, and since we go into so many churches, we did not spend much time. What we saw was beautiful, but I was too tired to do too much exploring.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj9wt5C8PS-aKNIt6s5gYAF-tGd0rCvXBG9rumAGpOVxZQue5BPzDMorEqSbyZ88SJ4IhbL9FRNoQDPdSDxm92Tfb-HWEhyOwxmH8cDGqryrwut6FkADev2YM5xim6bwc4fr3vg56Rtqk28EROiuBbQl8MVIORKGUHTJXBLaYx39g1KiX0TVcWouD28/s320/IMG_9433.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="320" data-original-width="240" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj9wt5C8PS-aKNIt6s5gYAF-tGd0rCvXBG9rumAGpOVxZQue5BPzDMorEqSbyZ88SJ4IhbL9FRNoQDPdSDxm92Tfb-HWEhyOwxmH8cDGqryrwut6FkADev2YM5xim6bwc4fr3vg56Rtqk28EROiuBbQl8MVIORKGUHTJXBLaYx39g1KiX0TVcWouD28/s1600/IMG_9433.JPG" width="240" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhowHPvDtedCJ7SXhO1A7jDRMQtqtQDxkUQHMy9J2VEpvNSlbukfuggC1PVMHQAYC4UTzbUltq3XDdO9CqWK3C_SJdJoDYnwgCCLlOr4bYoQJQ6YVnZN6ncIjAGjtWKlsyHMVRF3vGWtgz9WyknqsBsD2qZLt4NS9sYt0tr4QIpqpVIAT4hE6x6y6yB/s320/IMG_9434.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="320" data-original-width="240" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhowHPvDtedCJ7SXhO1A7jDRMQtqtQDxkUQHMy9J2VEpvNSlbukfuggC1PVMHQAYC4UTzbUltq3XDdO9CqWK3C_SJdJoDYnwgCCLlOr4bYoQJQ6YVnZN6ncIjAGjtWKlsyHMVRF3vGWtgz9WyknqsBsD2qZLt4NS9sYt0tr4QIpqpVIAT4hE6x6y6yB/s1600/IMG_9434.JPG" width="240" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEguG-19VnogLsq4Sgf0E41FxhcPF1sjb1mUbGMEI0z5QoA9o8vR2E5e8912rDbqkteItpZLr80-YtSqqnverRuKEC3cllX3KJg9YFXT3LCRGcZtU1xmnxFpD8jYQU34uGXFzwmKfnfCo-284b3Q0u74btXwqbJnsFR5ZCwmTUIvLHBsa8qRRL9oPF9p/s320/IMG_9435.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="320" data-original-width="240" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEguG-19VnogLsq4Sgf0E41FxhcPF1sjb1mUbGMEI0z5QoA9o8vR2E5e8912rDbqkteItpZLr80-YtSqqnverRuKEC3cllX3KJg9YFXT3LCRGcZtU1xmnxFpD8jYQU34uGXFzwmKfnfCo-284b3Q0u74btXwqbJnsFR5ZCwmTUIvLHBsa8qRRL9oPF9p/s1600/IMG_9435.JPG" width="240" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjVkNXOIO-I3YihqIOGW3riKUG3P01eYua7rs8s_-BCLKGY2us4e-DfOzw2ybSt_DLmuyGqLUhJtSz8biQ7Ih-8YST8f9kG85XsfwBvxYZu7bYMStPXX6l0re0mgdc2t7mWo5-wXbsNFtgTAm5eQlwZJgpf-KvtsUeryKzkXwtxzkJtzWBvTb8r87h0/s320/IMG_9438.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="240" data-original-width="320" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjVkNXOIO-I3YihqIOGW3riKUG3P01eYua7rs8s_-BCLKGY2us4e-DfOzw2ybSt_DLmuyGqLUhJtSz8biQ7Ih-8YST8f9kG85XsfwBvxYZu7bYMStPXX6l0re0mgdc2t7mWo5-wXbsNFtgTAm5eQlwZJgpf-KvtsUeryKzkXwtxzkJtzWBvTb8r87h0/s1600/IMG_9438.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjsv64P40mZliVNlR2EUDcshZ0iAff09mRd9R2lSV5aPKQ75CI7QvBFmTLAQ9cbGNMmWm9SBmnTNenNgiU94YWYGxCMu0kxO2JpzJijySaO_ZpcDksUxSdZFyj3Es6Rpe8y6D0CbT7Kegh-jsF36_1jD1XTEFjg-sIv4bnBurpMQoTnTcOMJfwZJqDc/s320/IMG_9444.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="320" data-original-width="240" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjsv64P40mZliVNlR2EUDcshZ0iAff09mRd9R2lSV5aPKQ75CI7QvBFmTLAQ9cbGNMmWm9SBmnTNenNgiU94YWYGxCMu0kxO2JpzJijySaO_ZpcDksUxSdZFyj3Es6Rpe8y6D0CbT7Kegh-jsF36_1jD1XTEFjg-sIv4bnBurpMQoTnTcOMJfwZJqDc/s1600/IMG_9444.JPG" width="240" /></a></div><br /><div><br /></div><div>After leaving that museum, we decided to head back towards the metro. Along the way, we stopped at the Museum Cafe and had a bite to eat. We had Currywurst, sauerkraut, and potatoes, along with an amazing chocolate cake with some sort of raspberry topping, and another delicious coffee!</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjHZfQKafwaljywZhl5ec3OJ6q6FKVec9wMt-m0Qyc7lplAkxj6RcJBX5hfg8aU2l6gNj-M3N8D85jNg-o4OEU2d6AptAKmrj2ActI6yMo6IRLtKiqXugtU9cXMopQ6fHl6I7l16ToRffoIB6p300pNiU8IoeI38TaZXxNEm9og9NMiWMSnC4uLjRH9/s320/IMG_9448.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="240" data-original-width="320" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjHZfQKafwaljywZhl5ec3OJ6q6FKVec9wMt-m0Qyc7lplAkxj6RcJBX5hfg8aU2l6gNj-M3N8D85jNg-o4OEU2d6AptAKmrj2ActI6yMo6IRLtKiqXugtU9cXMopQ6fHl6I7l16ToRffoIB6p300pNiU8IoeI38TaZXxNEm9og9NMiWMSnC4uLjRH9/s1600/IMG_9448.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiELfEs01jIX0_JUEZKbz7_5pDTRijU8tArxLmkS7F7pZxanijFDMJtCU1ARo5khK2UttZKv7fC-_iwX7e7ITffvR4j16_uAQlX-SMGeeAsbvk7Dx0lU9r_CbgPaaxl0in1LL59V-Y6h0sAcnadcCco_9kPLYbsLuOOOuQ11JCd0p9WubsWFF4btdJP/s320/IMG_9449.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; 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text-align: center;"><span style="text-align: left;">A quick metro trip back home, a bit of laundry, and some snacks, and we will get ready to head to Amsterdam tomorrow.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="text-align: left;"><br /></span></div><div>Night y'all!</div><div><br /></div><div><p style="text-align: center;">FaceBook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/1231868863613342">CML: A Place for Hope and Humor</a></p><p style="text-align: center;">Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/cmlmichele">https://www.instagram.com/cmlmichele</a></p><p style="text-align: center;">Email: CMLMichele59@gmail.com</p></div>Michelehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18185513255737012093noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7402247635006701650.post-57176029213982812112022-09-04T10:12:00.003-07:002022-09-04T10:13:57.394-07:00First Day in Berlin<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgzuU6_cJi1chkNiLuYY4FvOpcmo905HbNqf1VhcuWjhdFf8k03Tk8oIMlkyKlvFk4J__3DjZyBBYGlFltmpV8vBxS_AgibIg1FJvZrlx-Dcgm4nPAC3SpAkBBqY1tr-iSevTBA2RlWF01IdA0Wuf9OERfm3cH2XdM5j9iAc5_Pbkq80n0h5rgNTZW7/s320/IMG_4196.jpg" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="320" data-original-width="240" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgzuU6_cJi1chkNiLuYY4FvOpcmo905HbNqf1VhcuWjhdFf8k03Tk8oIMlkyKlvFk4J__3DjZyBBYGlFltmpV8vBxS_AgibIg1FJvZrlx-Dcgm4nPAC3SpAkBBqY1tr-iSevTBA2RlWF01IdA0Wuf9OERfm3cH2XdM5j9iAc5_Pbkq80n0h5rgNTZW7/s1600/IMG_4196.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><br />We all woke up refreshed and excited to explore a new city, but first things, first; we had to eat! In the apartment, there is a convection/microwave oven, and since Cindy bought some eggs at the market last night, we decided to boil them! Bahahaha<p></p><p>Do you think we could figure out how to work it? Nope! Mateo even showed us, but we could not figure it out. So now what? Being resourceful, I started searching for an electric tea kettle; a stable in Europe.</p><p>Once I found it, we loaded the eggs into it, and filled it with water; hit start and got that water boiling. Did that a few times, and let them sit, and Voila! Hard-boiled eggs.</p><p>Of course, we didn't eat them and opted to go out into the neighborhood and see what we could find, instead. We were drawn to the big, red umbrellas, which was a Tapas restaurant. We sat down and were met by a lovely German couple.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh-FPC9n_YltAjnt-n5lVharTfNoUFGu0n3EytGg-teLaZeeVD5XhNCX238eqGJUVdydKn4GNaA4yvKUdQb2ShUY3TwgHefCSVeKfu0oS7e3HlMh2cwxTXxWj0XIOv0VgD2keBMGfvMg4N79DCFQ1HaIT27EZRqHi6G6OdEN_YUBLdhMCin8k-ccNb2/s320/IMG_4190.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="240" data-original-width="320" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh-FPC9n_YltAjnt-n5lVharTfNoUFGu0n3EytGg-teLaZeeVD5XhNCX238eqGJUVdydKn4GNaA4yvKUdQb2ShUY3TwgHefCSVeKfu0oS7e3HlMh2cwxTXxWj0XIOv0VgD2keBMGfvMg4N79DCFQ1HaIT27EZRqHi6G6OdEN_YUBLdhMCin8k-ccNb2/s1600/IMG_4190.jpg" width="320" /></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjvPeqB2v7bG00-S8QZXTjKwPvlX8fb51oNYSNW5Cf67luekEyDP8VZwosq5wjLfsNVB7DOE8Qb7zKMzGQQjiraz10ZNfvUW3XdH9pyfXyGw9jrZxQyOBdvljUikrUw5Mbm6aS1vXHZnV3D37J7K33P8fY8MnPk_oeJqASLSg91kdyKi5gYWSoGHsVq/s320/IMG_4192.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="320" data-original-width="240" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjvPeqB2v7bG00-S8QZXTjKwPvlX8fb51oNYSNW5Cf67luekEyDP8VZwosq5wjLfsNVB7DOE8Qb7zKMzGQQjiraz10ZNfvUW3XdH9pyfXyGw9jrZxQyOBdvljUikrUw5Mbm6aS1vXHZnV3D37J7K33P8fY8MnPk_oeJqASLSg91kdyKi5gYWSoGHsVq/s1600/IMG_4192.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhyX3QEMeF24hdWjTpm6oh_Wp1JfMmT7qophbJZysB4UC7e3Enr7MnXU-fmK76yOGPgJXHX3v1Y_8IyB3tyTB7ignnwQsKKrK4VNGErxORG_kTzsiF2Sz6GSo67XSML5W2TVQGB4U3bmDaoHVpzqblTRA3LWHLwufN_JHUa59R1hR7n1_oWUAb89SYM/s320/IMG_4194.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="320" data-original-width="240" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhyX3QEMeF24hdWjTpm6oh_Wp1JfMmT7qophbJZysB4UC7e3Enr7MnXU-fmK76yOGPgJXHX3v1Y_8IyB3tyTB7ignnwQsKKrK4VNGErxORG_kTzsiF2Sz6GSo67XSML5W2TVQGB4U3bmDaoHVpzqblTRA3LWHLwufN_JHUa59R1hR7n1_oWUAb89SYM/s1600/IMG_4194.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEizDdUsL9JZJ5a-diZM-lqYEzESdJ2XqNxJ3rWymDIr1NEgBphrlMiPETWjLmTyI3l4VbvXHHSelaa0ydOtSJwGaUo9ajrbPYrWim5LzgrkSiFpZnRAnstfMSgTUknt9DdVyD1vVfou72OqMo25bpzw8qnahnUjHhwHy50d_9ynOQGXH2MqRDy3hudi/s320/IMG_6322.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="240" data-original-width="320" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEizDdUsL9JZJ5a-diZM-lqYEzESdJ2XqNxJ3rWymDIr1NEgBphrlMiPETWjLmTyI3l4VbvXHHSelaa0ydOtSJwGaUo9ajrbPYrWim5LzgrkSiFpZnRAnstfMSgTUknt9DdVyD1vVfou72OqMo25bpzw8qnahnUjHhwHy50d_9ynOQGXH2MqRDy3hudi/s1600/IMG_6322.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhi4AoQHM6MhN9t5lQO9IffjNu3uf2aSpdr3qft18chMj9JSYC0H1DuM8szywzYhWfPmIqqUt_C--pHu8WS2u4TbL1C1h2TziVjxHgsO8EdXA5qtlBEpfH5PVaq2PpDF1v4DhumKtzFGzsA7U1ccu5o480AZACgadqSQBs7UPEczHMbKNDGSqgUWwxY/s320/IMG_6325.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="240" data-original-width="320" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhi4AoQHM6MhN9t5lQO9IffjNu3uf2aSpdr3qft18chMj9JSYC0H1DuM8szywzYhWfPmIqqUt_C--pHu8WS2u4TbL1C1h2TziVjxHgsO8EdXA5qtlBEpfH5PVaq2PpDF1v4DhumKtzFGzsA7U1ccu5o480AZACgadqSQBs7UPEczHMbKNDGSqgUWwxY/s1600/IMG_6325.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><p>We took a stab at communicating and ordered six different tapas; they were all AMAZING! It was so nice to sit outside and enjoy ourselves in a nice, quiet, German neighborhood, with the added benefit of non-tourist prices.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEha1fDT0JdrGX6q0BqlIBmfvMXGua7Se7G6KQDby0DuqdgovHvZBADljy5Il7-u5uNpWlV-mu88ivtYqtANPIdW_nlx8lVk7-n8OCyBIWy7bcTcTKKBrGInyXHa33wuj1-fJVd7yRVJyNqi5NVOSip-z3pbZ1qvHaoMJthDIUySfBxGYJmWNmQfvAMD/s320/IMG_4191.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="320" data-original-width="240" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEha1fDT0JdrGX6q0BqlIBmfvMXGua7Se7G6KQDby0DuqdgovHvZBADljy5Il7-u5uNpWlV-mu88ivtYqtANPIdW_nlx8lVk7-n8OCyBIWy7bcTcTKKBrGInyXHa33wuj1-fJVd7yRVJyNqi5NVOSip-z3pbZ1qvHaoMJthDIUySfBxGYJmWNmQfvAMD/s1600/IMG_4191.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><p>Next, we headed to the Metro, which was only a few blocks away. We hopped on, without a ticket as the kiosk wouldn't work, figuring we would deal when we got off, only to find there were no turnstiles there either. Three stops away and we headed out to look for a Hop On; Hop Off bus to get an overview of the city. </p><p>We looked left and right, and saw a HUGE monument, with something gold, on the top, maybe an angel? I figured it must be a stop on the Hop On, Hop Off, and I was right! The bus driver got off the bus and said it would be 30 euros to ride, but if we just stayed on the bus for the entire tour, (two hours) then he would accept 15 euros, which worked for us as it was already 1:30. That way we would get an overview of the entire city and have a clue what to do with our day tomorrow.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEidEaN5-0k7xqKUI5t7uRxuyD8qXiyyxgPyJkkSa7ZT7VrG1rDyODQec9vTUN8cXfRxefNWOYbHox4EcHYgHDLhtdrX_7ESfW-YVJWUo6aeEp3EU0hNAYrP816RZT-003N-V-vYfUBozRGmT_WXiCFCHmylfH_zO3ZDW3TwcOKll8vYi6zEliQ46o2A/s320/IMG_8918.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="320" data-original-width="240" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEidEaN5-0k7xqKUI5t7uRxuyD8qXiyyxgPyJkkSa7ZT7VrG1rDyODQec9vTUN8cXfRxefNWOYbHox4EcHYgHDLhtdrX_7ESfW-YVJWUo6aeEp3EU0hNAYrP816RZT-003N-V-vYfUBozRGmT_WXiCFCHmylfH_zO3ZDW3TwcOKll8vYi6zEliQ46o2A/s1600/IMG_8918.JPG" width="240" /></a></div><p>The monument that we were standing in front of is the Victory Column: Grosser Stern. This monument was designed by Heinrich Strack in 1864 to commemorate the Prussian victory in the Second Schleswig War. It consists of polished red Swedish granite, four bronze reliefs, 16 granite columns, a glass mosaic, 20 gilded gun barrels, more columns, and a gilded statue of Victoria. It is HUGE!</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiu4w7hGYXjp8Fm_EAWLq4rdyjHr14P2O_JiZfW2vP38I0je9a7C5rWdSMNtZii7AyWxgxURdUKD4YpuDGX07jYUppF-eacXIvkR5lkk0xYE5KNH1jA-JbeHpfvrQRvsvzQvGmc_1lkcgUWqkE6YypZw61a7sqwqeanBukMHOkhPaJ5cyrpPm9cesel/s320/IMG_8922.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="320" data-original-width="240" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiu4w7hGYXjp8Fm_EAWLq4rdyjHr14P2O_JiZfW2vP38I0je9a7C5rWdSMNtZii7AyWxgxURdUKD4YpuDGX07jYUppF-eacXIvkR5lkk0xYE5KNH1jA-JbeHpfvrQRvsvzQvGmc_1lkcgUWqkE6YypZw61a7sqwqeanBukMHOkhPaJ5cyrpPm9cesel/s1600/IMG_8922.JPG" width="240" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh9o4osCOcHBqnpH7jB0okC_nH_aIElQTPF-i_4wiz3A4G25oicuhXE58X7PLAgUeRizm6QO6cfbUTBQwuHDAqLSYl26t3ZFYPWyBhhYEkpQfgKojyUBzOtUuX3ADFq5DqA9JkiumxNPpnkITSsiHDnyBNnuBGgI0F1HWCYNl74AfoyKBKSKbNCmcyK/s320/IMG_8927.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="320" data-original-width="240" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh9o4osCOcHBqnpH7jB0okC_nH_aIElQTPF-i_4wiz3A4G25oicuhXE58X7PLAgUeRizm6QO6cfbUTBQwuHDAqLSYl26t3ZFYPWyBhhYEkpQfgKojyUBzOtUuX3ADFq5DqA9JkiumxNPpnkITSsiHDnyBNnuBGgI0F1HWCYNl74AfoyKBKSKbNCmcyK/s1600/IMG_8927.JPG" width="240" /></a></div><br /><p><br /></p><p>While crossing the street in our neighborhood, we saw some girls, hopping in front of traffic, at a red light, Hoola hooping, and twirling batons. One way to make a buck!</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhbDTkxeeLluAzmVuABprmLfYWEDZl9JazSLzVbVX0zdOZSBp1fGNyQ45fsr8Ii769fAfuJRKJB9y7Ahvj2tpoLTSqQlogOckgmQ4WcA1HDTHcMPgtxTcipY07bRGbNTH5yvMuZDZRMRE3ISmri4PDpgb463-55VdWifh56YCo9xMSAlHOBr1pHDZrs/s320/IMG_8916.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="320" data-original-width="240" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhbDTkxeeLluAzmVuABprmLfYWEDZl9JazSLzVbVX0zdOZSBp1fGNyQ45fsr8Ii769fAfuJRKJB9y7Ahvj2tpoLTSqQlogOckgmQ4WcA1HDTHcMPgtxTcipY07bRGbNTH5yvMuZDZRMRE3ISmri4PDpgb463-55VdWifh56YCo9xMSAlHOBr1pHDZrs/s1600/IMG_8916.JPG" width="240" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgPsy3uRRItCQuBRUom4-2C0WAQGTfDGKKqkuG0FaoX-ZiGsZbZZSldZoUowjZAvXBaAK6fxwpNqSRW4ONMb6RZPHJZOYHRwLeY_42IitxYk2zqbA4SRn_E6SIvsQOpv9Jn2dEwVScWn_oJs8ctWoESqkkhAh6epXd12rYM6YFtT_3vsSMw_XZiAxuc/s320/IMG_8925.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="240" data-original-width="320" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgPsy3uRRItCQuBRUom4-2C0WAQGTfDGKKqkuG0FaoX-ZiGsZbZZSldZoUowjZAvXBaAK6fxwpNqSRW4ONMb6RZPHJZOYHRwLeY_42IitxYk2zqbA4SRn_E6SIvsQOpv9Jn2dEwVScWn_oJs8ctWoESqkkhAh6epXd12rYM6YFtT_3vsSMw_XZiAxuc/s1600/IMG_8925.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="text-align: left;">We passed a large sculpture that looked like broken chains, meant to symbolize the severed connections between West and East Germany due to the construction of the Berlin wall. So much history. </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="text-align: left;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjeAH2lW19Z2yUr4oHRonR0-T1DPgIcOxGobFgzBovBfHheU3n4G_2nE1NGSmlflsBeweUlbPKO4GD0MpXYrrODDV0sjBOp7vNbd7GWRRS5hGqMcInkHctpexsr9aDXyOKJpR5zIJXV-yGX2jqMJWcWmpelajtlJFc6jhC3ZdOuO8kSr8ZBG5wiJ3hA/s320/IMG_8964.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="240" data-original-width="320" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjeAH2lW19Z2yUr4oHRonR0-T1DPgIcOxGobFgzBovBfHheU3n4G_2nE1NGSmlflsBeweUlbPKO4GD0MpXYrrODDV0sjBOp7vNbd7GWRRS5hGqMcInkHctpexsr9aDXyOKJpR5zIJXV-yGX2jqMJWcWmpelajtlJFc6jhC3ZdOuO8kSr8ZBG5wiJ3hA/s1600/IMG_8964.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><span style="text-align: left;">Even though we weren't supposed to be able to "hop off" our bus driver said we could if we were really fast.</span></div><p>In the middle of Berlin is a really, really old Memorial church called the Kaiser Wilhelm Memorial Church. The ruin of the church has been converted into a war memorial. It was originally built in the 1890s and badly damaged in a bombing raid in 1943. The damaged spire has been retained and its ground floor has been made into a memorial hall. 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It is crazy to think that the wall was built and taken down during my lifetime. 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We found a restaurant not far from home, and were so happy with our choice! I even talked the waiter into giving me schnitzel and spaetzle, with onions and bacon, on one plate, which was quite remarkable, as it was two separate dishes. Both were delicious! The most tender, juicy chicken ever, and the spaetzle was heavenly.</p><p>I think we will be back there for dinner, again, tomorrow.</p><p>That's it for now, I am stuffed, and pooped!</p><p>Night, y'all!</p><p style="text-align: center;">FaceBook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/1231868863613342">CML: A Place for Hope and Humor</a></p><p style="text-align: center;">Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/cmlmichele">https://www.instagram.com/cmlmichele</a></p><p style="text-align: center;">Email: CMLMichele59@gmail.com</p>Michelehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18185513255737012093noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7402247635006701650.post-81017465177833362002022-09-03T14:25:00.005-07:002022-09-03T14:27:48.777-07:00Off the Cruise Ship, Off to Berlin!<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh8AEhzYuJWVxBXVgrSIX4y90c43xA44u_-H3Fkd8kQfJdsLimmRkgW24ZHLo7P_D27YOrx6RRzsPgwXlN99slxxqYq5OQW8L29e11WFtxP94c3bppGcAKZi_4Hptymt0t0n-ZP_UrgWjWVeEJI3-s-ddY7q-6uh3Dnd9WSHFEPAu0qvI58rjXoMZ8S/s4032/IMG_4177.heic" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh8AEhzYuJWVxBXVgrSIX4y90c43xA44u_-H3Fkd8kQfJdsLimmRkgW24ZHLo7P_D27YOrx6RRzsPgwXlN99slxxqYq5OQW8L29e11WFtxP94c3bppGcAKZi_4Hptymt0t0n-ZP_UrgWjWVeEJI3-s-ddY7q-6uh3Dnd9WSHFEPAu0qvI58rjXoMZ8S/s320/IMG_4177.heic" width="240" /></a></div><br />The great things about cruising are seeing many places without having to pack and unpack, and meeting mostly, delightful people. We are going to miss our dinner waiter, Georgi immensely, and our room steward Paul. They did such a fabulous job taking care of us, while also becoming friends.<p></p><p>The worst part of cruising is the day you get off! In Dover, they started disembarkation at 5:30 am!! This means the captain starts yammering on just before 5 am and continues for the next two and a half hours. No sleep for the wicked, which makes for a VERY LONG travel day.</p><p>On the upside, we were able to walk off of the ship alone, at 8 am, avoiding the throngs of people. We were able to get a Taxi rather quickly to the train station in Dover and walked right onto the train. We had a transfer at Victoria Station, and then one more transfer at Tottenham Hale and we were on our way to Stanstead.</p><p>Now THAT is an airport without comfort in mind. We quickly checked our bags with Ryan Air (yes, I know the risk) and grabbed a few wheelchairs for the long trek to what we thought would be the gate. The guys were able to push us along the purple line which allowed us to quickly get through security without standing in line with hundreds of people.</p><p>Once through security, there is what seems to be a holding pen; a place where everyone waits to see what their boarding gate will be. There are some wooden benches and a low metal bench near the windows, but most people had to stand; for HOURS!</p><p>We had lunch which was a blessing and found a quiet place to wait until our gate was announced an hour before our flight. Once again, because we had wheelchairs, we didn't have to stand and board among the masses.</p><p>Miraculously, we took off on time and arrived in Berlin safely. We hopped in a Taxi and it brought us to our lovely Air BnB. It is perfect in every way! and the "kid" that checked us in, Mateo, was not only adorable, but he also spoke perfect English and was so helpful.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgGPKG76TtGbihhF8Y615XTL_fNlVmKbR1A_ix10nbsexos8xT4QgkZAhpCVPNx3emTIFE8EYBubhgeB8HN5El_PA7vbVHjWXGOmBMh0XyITxuU2EUBEz_ht51q4e-JF8Qe7gjWzu57aaSYBvPr_68iIHC-o3fjmNLaSPUMtHGK6TZFlOa93ZGV_ls4/s320/IMG_6312.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="240" data-original-width="320" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgGPKG76TtGbihhF8Y615XTL_fNlVmKbR1A_ix10nbsexos8xT4QgkZAhpCVPNx3emTIFE8EYBubhgeB8HN5El_PA7vbVHjWXGOmBMh0XyITxuU2EUBEz_ht51q4e-JF8Qe7gjWzu57aaSYBvPr_68iIHC-o3fjmNLaSPUMtHGK6TZFlOa93ZGV_ls4/s1600/IMG_6312.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj8O-PIRNSDwfCge5sjKFd2rsu_d2vvP3GifHaxP0FD6qNljgEaw2SQhbvrx-GUoDpNtct7ZJWvaZUJJiodliZRHq5WouosC_hVMw4vZSvl62fVVrJjm4YRDPrCfe_vW5t_mp0Ew7SChpzl65IFpGcf2sqEVMDEkc83p8pHXdWtvM5LSRPfRP-vmBnY/s320/IMG_6333.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="232" data-original-width="320" height="232" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj8O-PIRNSDwfCge5sjKFd2rsu_d2vvP3GifHaxP0FD6qNljgEaw2SQhbvrx-GUoDpNtct7ZJWvaZUJJiodliZRHq5WouosC_hVMw4vZSvl62fVVrJjm4YRDPrCfe_vW5t_mp0Ew7SChpzl65IFpGcf2sqEVMDEkc83p8pHXdWtvM5LSRPfRP-vmBnY/s1600/IMG_6333.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj5Oc-MMrE45mu8RKj9fqVXNhwB2JZSonW3AgxEgx4_Wtcx2Fj1AUn3LvZPI8yZ1xNL7xny-f2AM_sxIOcAKptUcOkEKD56K0JFhhp_PuHNIsXLfeXDlWg8-NN3C8d-RXdtvIbPNAnas7WSKX-G6tLGlyllaJ5kHQ0Mss8iGCWlbSbTCxRaN9BPgQDL/s320/IMG_6334.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="241" data-original-width="320" height="241" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj5Oc-MMrE45mu8RKj9fqVXNhwB2JZSonW3AgxEgx4_Wtcx2Fj1AUn3LvZPI8yZ1xNL7xny-f2AM_sxIOcAKptUcOkEKD56K0JFhhp_PuHNIsXLfeXDlWg8-NN3C8d-RXdtvIbPNAnas7WSKX-G6tLGlyllaJ5kHQ0Mss8iGCWlbSbTCxRaN9BPgQDL/s1600/IMG_6334.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgphMk3MVazZg9Nk15WqBn5NQzbkhTYOowRRFTDvG5NbsYfeKQ1D0_JMpreuIPl4vnTYYkfS8N6a9Lcz-4cCQeevP5r2jRGn4i5yIuB3fQx20ibJaYsowMoFCvu8OFdEp4_-qOQxfmTKPDJ6qIGNb-i0SI2ewKTtzT8WOPxqRCVgkOFtPA0WtuFlxJC/s320/IMG_6335.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="244" data-original-width="320" height="244" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgphMk3MVazZg9Nk15WqBn5NQzbkhTYOowRRFTDvG5NbsYfeKQ1D0_JMpreuIPl4vnTYYkfS8N6a9Lcz-4cCQeevP5r2jRGn4i5yIuB3fQx20ibJaYsowMoFCvu8OFdEp4_-qOQxfmTKPDJ6qIGNb-i0SI2ewKTtzT8WOPxqRCVgkOFtPA0WtuFlxJC/s1600/IMG_6335.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><p>While Cindy and I were talking with Mateo, the guys walked across the street and got a few beers and some dinner. They didn't have "take away," so they came over, got some plates from the apartment, and brought us a bratwurst and some German potato salad; it was delicious!</p><p>We called in an early night, and all hit the sack; I was absolutely exhausted. I know tomorrow will be a better day!</p><p>Night, y'all!</p><p style="text-align: center;">FaceBook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/1231868863613342">CML: A Place for Hope and Humor</a></p><p style="text-align: center;">Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/cmlmichele">https://www.instagram.com/cmlmichele</a></p><p style="text-align: center;">Email: CMLMichele59@gmail.com</p><div><br /></div>Michelehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18185513255737012093noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7402247635006701650.post-51026355606264834042022-09-01T07:47:00.004-07:002022-09-01T07:49:19.611-07:00Gothenburg, Sweden: A Lovely Day!<p><span face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-size: small;"></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh8Md9eAE4WcqgLijWISkFg3nJmFhXEy-ThLWEazVSXn6TZVgREfj-jFoe3LkpmSRbUjKF7T0KHHmh33IXRLIR-MSr8IJnsLgNKCmMsUtjAnJBzmzu_f5cCk7qcYkaIdZMBAGGnu55PMLTFMeL1RjNqQkAC9E8NkbL9JHUk2gWAqxZTWA4kZ0-4N-jo/s320/IMG_8731.JPG" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="240" data-original-width="320" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh8Md9eAE4WcqgLijWISkFg3nJmFhXEy-ThLWEazVSXn6TZVgREfj-jFoe3LkpmSRbUjKF7T0KHHmh33IXRLIR-MSr8IJnsLgNKCmMsUtjAnJBzmzu_f5cCk7qcYkaIdZMBAGGnu55PMLTFMeL1RjNqQkAC9E8NkbL9JHUk2gWAqxZTWA4kZ0-4N-jo/s1600/IMG_8731.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><br />We awoke in Gothenburg, Sweden, looked out of our window, and saw the Volvo Museum. We didn't go in and opted to take an Uber into the Old Town area of Gothenburg, called Haga. Haga is a city district in Gothenburg and is renowned for its picturesque wooden houses, 19th-century atmosphere, and cafes. The wooden houses reminded me of the wooden houses in Alaska!<p></p><span face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-size: small;">Upon arrival, I noticed a building, at the top of the hill, with a crown on top. It looked like a brick fortress, and I wanted to see it! We headed that direction and climbed at least 150 stairs, probably more, with my lungs as my witness, up to the top, and found the Skansen Kronan.</span><div><br style="color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small;" /><span face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-size: small;"><br /></span></div><div><span face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-size: small;"><br /></span></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgDjuvPLLsuMvaPPvR7EWzJcjp0OIXJ3ObUuPH-uIAAR4I3Z8jXifse7LfOcBxx72xGCiVbCakuakGVEFUINEcIX4SwQVGiLFcTFsX1xjNlqzEq6ay-A22aEmuzfRUnPWCOeFnXhks27Jo-V0BgJ5gqyWpSUKOheVVdLzxQfUgf3w3CVxk559ScGJAB/s320/IMG_8858.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="240" data-original-width="320" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgDjuvPLLsuMvaPPvR7EWzJcjp0OIXJ3ObUuPH-uIAAR4I3Z8jXifse7LfOcBxx72xGCiVbCakuakGVEFUINEcIX4SwQVGiLFcTFsX1xjNlqzEq6ay-A22aEmuzfRUnPWCOeFnXhks27Jo-V0BgJ5gqyWpSUKOheVVdLzxQfUgf3w3CVxk559ScGJAB/s1600/IMG_8858.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><br /><span face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-size: small;"><br /></span></div><div><span face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-size: small;"><br /></span></div><div><span face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-size: small;">It is a fortress that was built to protect the city of Gothenburg against Danish attack. The building began in 1687 and was completed in 1700. It looks as though it will stand forever, as it is one solid, stone building!</span></div><div><span face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-size: small;"><br /></span></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgNhaucW0s7FS6qmjbVoi_zpoWId59721WDbuivU1gF63lAYQjPC_YBIdvK637yM9PiQMTbJIJ8XlFeTlEA-P60S_2je-7IUucqCAsvABa6ReBTsSSt9_6x4nJTO64ttidcjN2yvU0HDVGRuKuCMa1GVasZF7FeJJ98M5HgMQLGuRjl-xvpvDQ9_2Sj/s320/IMG_8781.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="240" data-original-width="320" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgNhaucW0s7FS6qmjbVoi_zpoWId59721WDbuivU1gF63lAYQjPC_YBIdvK637yM9PiQMTbJIJ8XlFeTlEA-P60S_2je-7IUucqCAsvABa6ReBTsSSt9_6x4nJTO64ttidcjN2yvU0HDVGRuKuCMa1GVasZF7FeJJ98M5HgMQLGuRjl-xvpvDQ9_2Sj/s1600/IMG_8781.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><br /><span face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; 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And another building, off in the distance that looked much like, you guessed it, a church! I said, "Once we go there, I will do whatever else you all want to do, for the rest of the day."</span></div></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-size: small; text-align: left;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhAnVZrD21Cp2hlz04PhWFTGBkO1MaH_o9xWoONlPR979O2ojFFc0LLk9iEVshLlZrcQECorLyKAodxzeeGt8aELoMhtadexjSCbug-Dta9hUbaFBTr8ansHxguxEb94OKBI3IM6i94hCg12lvmfgYi4eIAwq8UI1ladTWobSh5FV9MWKzEGUdcBGzx/s320/IMG_8776.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="320" data-original-width="240" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhAnVZrD21Cp2hlz04PhWFTGBkO1MaH_o9xWoONlPR979O2ojFFc0LLk9iEVshLlZrcQECorLyKAodxzeeGt8aELoMhtadexjSCbug-Dta9hUbaFBTr8ansHxguxEb94OKBI3IM6i94hCg12lvmfgYi4eIAwq8UI1ladTWobSh5FV9MWKzEGUdcBGzx/s1600/IMG_8776.JPG" width="240" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-size: small; text-align: left;">So we trudged downward, and I quickly found the street that the church was on. It is the Oskar Fredrik Church erected in the 1890s. It is Neo-Gothic in style and quite beautiful with red brick and copper roofs.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-size: small; text-align: left;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh8hlsrfr82pFQB7FOF21ewPWC3kSmN64skGrN6Hpy6WSIb8q1hJKlo9xy3MZaP1tzF40U6DnLqQPrFrLl6A9RhGY0MQWjJhSms_R3mvyQQAwu4DwqW2WgkgDxpTBlZEa0BWh1sjIStovjgSqT4Ccia-v1AeM_1o_T5L6hO1F05UeSniwJPCUcEkULN/s320/IMG_8810.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="320" data-original-width="240" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh8hlsrfr82pFQB7FOF21ewPWC3kSmN64skGrN6Hpy6WSIb8q1hJKlo9xy3MZaP1tzF40U6DnLqQPrFrLl6A9RhGY0MQWjJhSms_R3mvyQQAwu4DwqW2WgkgDxpTBlZEa0BWh1sjIStovjgSqT4Ccia-v1AeM_1o_T5L6hO1F05UeSniwJPCUcEkULN/s1600/IMG_8810.JPG" width="240" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjhRqmIuh0m7f_oMMjITcvwVxNmvb0fTDFbK21aqhZhz4UlMT4P_8iTUJJ4wDE1EERxzWE_g17aTVzv3zQ2jfZBOe4bKLDqtJ-uCbFu02hdt5HLSMwYuAHs1kjUezcEJO9Gf15YbeHXJ9Dx3q02uJ4wRS-QBT7dEMFO_DfI3GIij-FHnzINltFSKX5j/s320/IMG_8809.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="240" data-original-width="320" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjhRqmIuh0m7f_oMMjITcvwVxNmvb0fTDFbK21aqhZhz4UlMT4P_8iTUJJ4wDE1EERxzWE_g17aTVzv3zQ2jfZBOe4bKLDqtJ-uCbFu02hdt5HLSMwYuAHs1kjUezcEJO9Gf15YbeHXJ9Dx3q02uJ4wRS-QBT7dEMFO_DfI3GIij-FHnzINltFSKX5j/s1600/IMG_8809.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-size: small; text-align: left;">I loved the green pews, and the simple arches, along with the really cool floor tile. The dome over the altar was stunning, as were the pipes for the organ. I loved the stained glass, but not as much as the stained glass in Rostock.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-size: small; text-align: left;"><br /></span></div></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgFNWPQhxsnSpxNqukipsvxUypp14Xgby3qsnqC786yPqnaptulFtCm_pRwf8pyTZKjVuf05wkdFOpixyzPCNtMFH1Z_DAPCEEQpEodp-HhhbaeFuOM3xRm5uStPVwaxfoLh0Ysr0ta1lxein6W2birZtWIFg_HsiUnycF4Po8q1xQ9KclceX1mpiXX/s320/IMG_8824.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="320" data-original-width="240" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgFNWPQhxsnSpxNqukipsvxUypp14Xgby3qsnqC786yPqnaptulFtCm_pRwf8pyTZKjVuf05wkdFOpixyzPCNtMFH1Z_DAPCEEQpEodp-HhhbaeFuOM3xRm5uStPVwaxfoLh0Ysr0ta1lxein6W2birZtWIFg_HsiUnycF4Po8q1xQ9KclceX1mpiXX/s1600/IMG_8824.JPG" width="240" /></a></div></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj5dAAl8s9A0B2LchNKNd-aOsDkdOL5dOJDBhY_j3wPzpVYjo-rVn2HZ5oXAG1s12SKK-bZLcS7k1wDHy9_uguC5Y5BNwJ-_6eenN6__lvCUl5jK2GHS_YOHDEeJHewc2wajAGc_vq6JWnys-eTxh_ZdKwo5PL9qrbLzVzecYs5OkLNZ1djlOOZsOmL/s320/IMG_8823.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="320" data-original-width="240" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj5dAAl8s9A0B2LchNKNd-aOsDkdOL5dOJDBhY_j3wPzpVYjo-rVn2HZ5oXAG1s12SKK-bZLcS7k1wDHy9_uguC5Y5BNwJ-_6eenN6__lvCUl5jK2GHS_YOHDEeJHewc2wajAGc_vq6JWnys-eTxh_ZdKwo5PL9qrbLzVzecYs5OkLNZ1djlOOZsOmL/s1600/IMG_8823.JPG" width="240" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgNbrr8Ck5M8QB8DWQ9Y4WSTVfbxRyUaRmG0oNW_FAK_Guz-OUfdx2_dR4Zn6SR7FQrs1mVofYkblrfewB44JN22fTeYClS9UypnR5bEiD6lx780eeFfuZTccA4kLCCuIV3raLnqOpePfH21rPc4w9ijxQrZ8WAlBbOMItusmFwoWEOLch_pkhbOv6R/s320/IMG_8830.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="240" data-original-width="320" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgNbrr8Ck5M8QB8DWQ9Y4WSTVfbxRyUaRmG0oNW_FAK_Guz-OUfdx2_dR4Zn6SR7FQrs1mVofYkblrfewB44JN22fTeYClS9UypnR5bEiD6lx780eeFfuZTccA4kLCCuIV3raLnqOpePfH21rPc4w9ijxQrZ8WAlBbOMItusmFwoWEOLch_pkhbOv6R/s1600/IMG_8830.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-size: small; text-align: left;">After visiting the church, we headed back to the cobbled streets of Haga, and enjoyed the shops, their signs, and some snacks! The huge cinnamon roll was delicious, as was the coffee. The guys had beer, and we had the best peppadews filled with cheese that I have ever had, we even went back for seconds.</span></div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEic_HkQL3EOEGge365Ir9ozYcgcGaH_YGNXUeCwRvh1sGVob7O9cTiuTSNGoPBA9h4iCEo6qjO6FK63mGPPkqtX9NV1MGoQ2S_OEIB10p8yaK_r3QXzqD9KE-P7KwOPuucvkgjXA_hlf9jNN2xc05l9p0bU1ezJhL8ip_8VA4gvrWfMOrfg_aegk80w/s320/IMG_8724.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="240" data-original-width="320" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEic_HkQL3EOEGge365Ir9ozYcgcGaH_YGNXUeCwRvh1sGVob7O9cTiuTSNGoPBA9h4iCEo6qjO6FK63mGPPkqtX9NV1MGoQ2S_OEIB10p8yaK_r3QXzqD9KE-P7KwOPuucvkgjXA_hlf9jNN2xc05l9p0bU1ezJhL8ip_8VA4gvrWfMOrfg_aegk80w/s1600/IMG_8724.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiSVgp_fZOZlorSTX2kqHssKh-uj_t14kZ3dWjzaP7m3ke1DNOY-kiHxxd0Ze53UdA7bu510Zdn1KWlAz28x73yTvvLJ1wMCpLoLeeHq0WH5-OgxvorT6Lzfh0R7_I_3_CDthKJjjDpMZWlVxLmw0FCDrFDtABVXtj7HDwtRo8C0BcTgyWlaYdiSFuX/s320/IMG_8729.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; 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I could certainly see myself spending more time in Gothenburg. 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Tomorrow is our last sea day, and then we will be off to Berlin!</span></div><div><br style="color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small;" /><span face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-size: small;">Night, y'all!</span></div><div><span face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-size: small;"><br /></span></div><div><span face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-size: small;"><p style="color: black; text-align: center;">FaceBook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/1231868863613342">CML: A Place for Hope and Humor</a></p><p style="color: black; text-align: center;">Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/cmlmichele">https://www.instagram.com/cmlmichele</a></p><p style="color: black; text-align: center;">Email: CMLMichele59@gmail.com</p></span></div>Michelehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18185513255737012093noreply@blogger.com0