Saturday, April 09, 2005
Paris... it's pretty cool
Well folks,
I have made it to Paris. We dragged an English guy with us which is kinda funny, he was supposed to go back to London, but we convinced him Paris was a good idea. We then met two girls on the train that we have been hanging out with since we got here. So... here is the scoop: The Eiffel Tower is a huge chunk of iron, basically ugly as sin, but impressive in its size. We are doing Champs d'Elisse today ( I know I spelled that wrong), and doing D'Orsay, which is the 19th century art centre here. We did the Louvre yesterday, it is MASSIVE, I knew it was big, but not like that. It is less impressive than the Prado for pieces, but the sheer number of works makes up for it a bit. I actually need to sneak back in today to try and see two pieces I actually missed yesterday: the Raft of the Medusa and Liberty Leading the People. You need more days there than Disneyworld!!
In the way of Cathedrals/churches/basilicas, we saw Sacre Couer, St. Germaine and Notre Dame. The last one being the most impressive of course, the portals were amazing! So, other than that, I am not drinking while I am here, and basically just meeting and hanging out with a ton of cool people. Oh, I got my first sunburn in Barcelona, and it sucks royally. Hmm... thinking of anything else... oh, the Parisiens are actually very cool, I have been speaking french, and not doing too bad overall if you can believe that. Not much more to add right now, I just got up and we are gathering for the day's festivities. Wish I had something funny to add, but for those who want a really freaking cool song, look up " The Reefer Song" by Mindless Drughoover. It is quite possibly the funniest song I have heard. I know Colin and Burton will appreciate the new music ;)
Keep cool folks, I know I am... freaking Paris is cold right now!!!
Seeing the sights,
The Desk Gremlin
Any problems or comments for the Grotto should be directed to a dark place, or if you really must, daiunus@yahoo.ca
I have made it to Paris. We dragged an English guy with us which is kinda funny, he was supposed to go back to London, but we convinced him Paris was a good idea. We then met two girls on the train that we have been hanging out with since we got here. So... here is the scoop: The Eiffel Tower is a huge chunk of iron, basically ugly as sin, but impressive in its size. We are doing Champs d'Elisse today ( I know I spelled that wrong), and doing D'Orsay, which is the 19th century art centre here. We did the Louvre yesterday, it is MASSIVE, I knew it was big, but not like that. It is less impressive than the Prado for pieces, but the sheer number of works makes up for it a bit. I actually need to sneak back in today to try and see two pieces I actually missed yesterday: the Raft of the Medusa and Liberty Leading the People. You need more days there than Disneyworld!!
In the way of Cathedrals/churches/basilicas, we saw Sacre Couer, St. Germaine and Notre Dame. The last one being the most impressive of course, the portals were amazing! So, other than that, I am not drinking while I am here, and basically just meeting and hanging out with a ton of cool people. Oh, I got my first sunburn in Barcelona, and it sucks royally. Hmm... thinking of anything else... oh, the Parisiens are actually very cool, I have been speaking french, and not doing too bad overall if you can believe that. Not much more to add right now, I just got up and we are gathering for the day's festivities. Wish I had something funny to add, but for those who want a really freaking cool song, look up " The Reefer Song" by Mindless Drughoover. It is quite possibly the funniest song I have heard. I know Colin and Burton will appreciate the new music ;)
Keep cool folks, I know I am... freaking Paris is cold right now!!!
Seeing the sights,
The Desk Gremlin
Any problems or comments for the Grotto should be directed to a dark place, or if you really must, daiunus@yahoo.ca
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AWESOME PETE.. MY GOD YOU KNOW A LOT ABOUT ART..WOW PARIS SOUNDS VERY EXCITEING..CAN'T WAIT TO SEE ALL THE PICTURES ..TAKE CARE AUNT RAYLENE
# posted by 
: 4:59 AM
: 4:59 AM
AWESOME PETE.. MY GOD YOU KNOW A LOT ABOUT ART..WOW PARIS SOUNDS VERY EXCITEING..CAN'T WAIT TO SEE ALL THE PICTURES ..TAKE CARE AUNT RAYLENE
# posted by : 5:00 AM
: 5:00 AM
Hey Pete,
Is Paris dirty?? I would love to see it!! Send us an email when you get a chance. It has been in the 20's here the last couple of days.Stay warm love mom and dad
Is Paris dirty?? I would love to see it!! Send us an email when you get a chance. It has been in the 20's here the last couple of days.Stay warm love mom and dad
# posted by : 8:14 AM
: 8:14 AM
Hey Pete
Some people here told me that Parisians are very rude people (especially to foreigners) and i've wanted to go there for some time now.........so i'm glad you are giving me a different impression.
Tomas and i have to be at the airport tomorrow morning at 5 am!!
Talk soon. Love Lisa and Tomas
Some people here told me that Parisians are very rude people (especially to foreigners) and i've wanted to go there for some time now.........so i'm glad you are giving me a different impression.
Tomas and i have to be at the airport tomorrow morning at 5 am!!
Talk soon. Love Lisa and Tomas
# posted by : 4:20 AM
: 4:20 AM
Hey Pete!
Sorry you didn't hear from us for awhile. I'm not going to make up some lame excuse because there isn't any. Anyway, it's great being updated along the way. Your journey sounds magnificient. I hope you continue to have a great trip. We are learning a thing or two so continue to keep us informed during your travels. Looking forward to your next update. Love Aunt Debbie, Uncle Tom, Kyle & Emily XO
Sorry you didn't hear from us for awhile. I'm not going to make up some lame excuse because there isn't any. Anyway, it's great being updated along the way. Your journey sounds magnificient. I hope you continue to have a great trip. We are learning a thing or two so continue to keep us informed during your travels. Looking forward to your next update. Love Aunt Debbie, Uncle Tom, Kyle & Emily XO
# posted by : 4:36 PM
: 4:36 PM
Hey Pete,
Paris actually sounds pretty cool. Meghan has wanted me to take here there forever.
Do you suggest it as a destination in itself, or do you think she'd enjoy anywhere else better?
Alex
Paris actually sounds pretty cool. Meghan has wanted me to take here there forever.
Do you suggest it as a destination in itself, or do you think she'd enjoy anywhere else better?
Alex
# posted by : 1:00 PM
: 1:00 PM
great to see your update,, the last leg of the trip is just around the corner, what s life time experience this is for you and joseph . keep posting and we will keep reading take care love you guys and miss you guys too .. aunt raylene
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