Alcohol Poisoning Brian Says: "C'mon, you can do better than that! There were more in the August 26th post!"
Sarah Says: "Are you trying to kill me?"
Pete Says: "It'th fun in here under tthe table..."
Orjan Says: "Lots of posts about trains and cars, you guys still biking or did the beer get in the way?"
HOWDY Hi guys, I am enjoying reading your BLOG and following your where abouts on the map. Looking forward to seeing the pictures of your holiday adventures.
Be safe and take care................Love, Rita
P.S. postcards (hint)
Try Mainz If you have time, stop off in Mainz when you return to Franfurt area. Beautiful little town. Check out the chapel with the stained glass windows by Chagall.
follow you with my finger on the map I hope you are well.
Please tell more about the bicycle tour. I will follow with my finger on the map.
See you.
Agnes
I am so sorry I missed it: LOL I do miss you both and am deeply sadened at the fact that I could not come I know that you will deal with what you have been given and love every minute of it. Even though the first part of your trip has been weak at best, you will prevail. That is what we know how to do; we will overcome the disasters placed in our way. Congrat's on our family traditions. Wish I could join you both. Next year Czech. I promise. Erin
Your Blog Thank you, Jesse, for an always entertaining blog. NOT an auspicious start to your trip by the sound of it. At least you're finding some good food and beer!
The only news here is that we are on tenterhooks waiting for Obama to announce his VP pick - supposed to happen in the morning. I'm hoping for Joe Biden.
I look forward to your next entry which will have you well on your way and on schedule. Cheers to Margaret.
Elyse
No - it can't be over! I've been so enjoying biking through Europe with you. Your descriptions have been so vivid that I feel like I've been there without having to do all the pedaling. Have a wonderful trip home!
Having trouble with BLOGS Did figure this out at last. What happened to e-mail? Next I will have to do IM, all these modern computer things. Happy Birthday to Margaret! Happy Day to Jesse and Erin. I will have to catch up on your adventures. Keep on going!
Happy Brithday, MAB! I can't believe you're SIX-OH! and I will be there too soon! What an achievement to be biking up and down hills in Europe with your two favorite people in the whole world! They do you proud, too, every day of their lives. You raised a couple of good human beings.
Today is sunny and gorgeous in San Diego. Sue and Darren are in Austin rolling out new QFC, Dee is giving a speech to the local chapter of Toastmasters right now, and I am manning the fort. Boring stuff compared to the excitement in your lives. Enjoy Luxembourg - I thought it was a lovely country and I do remeber lots of hills and curvy roads, so take it easy.
Looking forward to the next blog. Cheers,
Lisa
Hooray for the French and their memories Jessie ~~ we are soul mates as I thought I was the only one who visited war memorials and hid so I could cry. I think it so interesting how litle most Americans know about the high esteem in which the French held us. Norm's brother is buried in a National Military Cemetery in Draguignan, France. It is, of course, an American cemetery but the French treat it with reverence and the honor they give it on Memorial Day is unbelievable. I think you will come home with a new idea about the French.
keep em coming...enjoying it all it's like being there miss you Marg hope as remains smooth and easy.... Erin hope to spend time with babies next week or so... had St. Charlie over for dinner one night we managed to drink 1/2 case of beer as well....keep pedaling away love C and D
Everything Jesse doing wonderful job of commentator. I'm so glad you are learning more about the French. Most are friendly and helpful; not all like what most Americans report. They are still grateful to the US and other countries for support in WWII and, as he reported, the monuments made by locals do appear and are kept up. Should make us feel ashamed.
Keep the commentary coming!
Keep the news coming It's such a treat to read the blogs - almost as good as being there. I've sent a few messages but just realized I had to be logged in to get them to you! I really admire all of you for doing this - I don't think I would have the stamina to bike those hills and my fear of being hit by a car would be a problem. But you all bravely get through it and will be personally enriched by the experience.
Tell MAB that nothing of great importance has happened around here, which is good. We do miss her, though!
Lisa
Trip sounds delightful I've posted a few comments but don't know if you're getting them or not. I love reading your journal - it's almost like being there. I admire all of you for doing this but especially Margaret - I don't think I'd have the stamina. Tell MAB that nothing's been happening around here in her absence which is a good thing!
Through Your Eyes Wow guys it sounds like such a great adventure. I love your attitude and handling of issues. Flexibility is the key! This is a great way to armchair tour..price is pretty good too. What a great family adventure...I only missed you once Margaret..wish you could have been at the Tony Awards party I would have loved your hooting and hollering. It was a blast to win and feel so proud! I wonder where you are taking me next!
Feels like I'm there Wow, what a whirl wind trip so far. Thank you for sharing through this blog . . . it's my first blog review and I can see what you see through this reading. Can't wait to see the rest of the photos upon your return. I hope the rest of the trip is as wonderful!
Think you are gonna make it! Once you learn which end is up (or in which direction to go!),isoundslike it is going to be fabulous. Margaret ~ you do know JERSEY BOYS won the Tony and Christian Hoff for best featured actor in a musical and John Lloyd Wright for best lead actor. It was rather touching as they were the only two people there who obviously did not expe ct to win. Their acceptance speeches came from the heart. Des did not get the directing award but his snazzy new girlfriend sat next to him in audience. Tony party at Playhouse fun with so-so food and a big crowd. Tally Ho...dd
Love reading your blog... I was getting a little worried with the lack of entries but am pleased to see all caught up and that you're having a wonderful (albeit glitchy) time. I don't know how you have the strength to ride 41 miles on a couple of power bars! Keep the entries coming!
Lisa
Jersey Boys What a relief to hear from you! Jesse writes terrific updates. JERSEY BOYS won best musical at the Tony's, and Christian Hoff and John Lloyd won Tonys too. Des did not. LJP had a super Tony Party. Today is Dorothy'sm 85'th birthday-we celebrated at the Tony Party.
Stay safe and keep writing!
Kay
Hi there! We are Margaret, Jesse, and Erin. Mother, Son, & Daughter. We’ve set out on a bicycle tour through France, Germany, Belgium, and Luxembourg, celebrating our 60th, 40th, & 30th birthdays respectively.
While this tour certainly wouldn’t go down in the annals of biking lore as any kind of achievement (like Mike & Cindi Travis of downtheroad.org), it has some special significance to us. When Margaret was a teenager, she did a bicycle tour through many countries in Europe as part of a youth hostel group. In 1986 at the ages of 40 and 20, Margaret and Jesse rode from just south o... full info
Sarah
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I warned you about those damn lock-in pedals!!!