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| 27th July 2008 daniel | MS Ofiice - From: Introducing: Links the Cat I miss Links the cat from MS Office. They got rid of him in the new Office 2007. He was orange just like your too! You must have gotten the name from that! |
| 5th February 2007 Chuck Hart | - From: Angela's Bash - Part II Thoroughly enjoyed your blog. Lived in Madrid for 2 years so know how much fun Spain is. Look forward to you next posting. |
| 13th January 2007 pimmsgirl | The French aren't known for their Kebab - From: Angela's Bash - Part II Hey Eli, did you try the Kebabs in Berlin. I am going in a couple of weeks, wanna come? My sis would love it. If not, I can always bring one back for you. No quality assurance though. |
| 13th January 2007 Yann / Bigorno | Yeaa - From: Angela's Bash - Part II You should go to Berlin because it's only 2€/Kebab, and they are so good ! lol French Kebab cooker are note very smily/warm. I'm glad that you appreciate our region ;) Hope everything is ok for you. A+ (as we say in France) |
| 13th January 2007 mike | sos - From: Angela's Bash - Part II has anybody seen my eli? ¨baby come back, any kind of fool can see, I was wrong and I just can´t live without you¨ not sure what I was wrong about but I do miss you. To all you people in the US take care of my little innocent bundle of joy. miss ya buddy |
| 13th January 2007 jealous in LA | yep - From: Angela's Bash - Part II i sure am jealous... but you must be cold |
| 30th October 2006 Spyro | eliman - From: Angela's Bodacious Birthday Bash in Bordeaux keep typing dood |
| 25th October 2006 Elaine | - From: Angela's Bodacious Birthday Bash in Bordeaux i miss you so much... that's all i have to say about that. |
| 23rd October 2006 David | Just at work reading the blogs - From: Priceless Porto Eli, Glad to hear all is still well and you continue your worldly pursuit of cultural knowledge. On a side note: While driving to South Caroline this last weekend, I passed by a Large Truck which had the following written across the side of the hood "Who is John Galt?" i thought you would enjoy the thought of truckers proudly displaying this. Anyway, keep posting the blogs - I'm sure everyone misses you terribly, and the blogs certainly are a way to get the necessary prescribed dosage of Eli. Take care, and shave next time you dress as a lady, it's more convincing. Your former roomy, and perhaps future roomy, David |
| 20th October 2006 anonymous | - From: Angela's Bodacious Birthday Bash in Bordeaux AND...you said one of you two were passed out drunk? You said it was him...but let's review the picture and notice the plethera of empty beer bottles above you, ya southern piece of crap! =P |
| 20th October 2006 anonymous | Maori warriors - From: Angela's Bodacious Birthday Bash in Bordeaux They had those at a game when I was in australia, it's supposed to be this huge intimidating thing. When they were motioning the cutting of the throats, I walked up and kicked one in the nards. I showed them who was boss. mmk!? I like the picture of you holding the NZ sticker...it came out clear in the front and blurry in the back, its like extra 3D or something. whatever..lol its a cool picture nonetheless. One of my school mates is moving to Australia...wtf! I'm thinking about accompaning her. :( lol waaaaaaaaaa |
| 19th October 2006 Benny | - From: Angela's Bodacious Birthday Bash in Bordeaux Consarnit, I wish I went there too!! Despite the annoying bits, sounds like a fantastic fête with way too many familiar faces!! Love the pics! |
| 19th October 2006 anonymous | laura - From: Angela's Bodacious Birthday Bash in Bordeaux salut alors vous avaient aimeé la france? je trouve votre site très interesant trés instructif |
| 19th October 2006 KiwiAngela | Magical Memories - From: Angela's Bodacious Birthday Bash in Bordeaux What a party aye... and it was made so much more special by your presence Eli. I just returned from a weekend in Bordeaux and everyone asked after you! Thankyou for the memories i will forever hold in my heart. Those photos make me laugh oh so much... but wheres the one of Rod down your pants?!? (he pines for you ya know) and come back up to BCN asap!!!! WE LOVE YOU! arohanui |
| 19th October 2006 Aussie Anth | - From: Priceless Porto Room raiders was ridiculous when you lived here, what took you so long to realize that? doh I get yelled at for putting on some of bb's stuff and you get to wear a wig and get away with it? oh hell no >.< |
| 17th October 2006 Tru-dy | HEY!! Great news! - From: Legendary Lisboa Eli! Oh the places you've been!!! I am delighted to see that your life is still bursting with excitement. I have some other great news... Fanklin and I are tying that knot on January 27th (hopefully). We've decided to be eachother's hubby FO-EVA! I dunno if you can come.... (probably not..)..... but we'll send you pictures! Are you even going to be here over x-mas? Keep on living the life!!! loves and mucho muchos hugs -trudelia |
| 17th October 2006 mike | miss you eli - From: Priceless Porto I wanna travel again with you, can I come with you to the states with you. I promise to be better or worse behaved depending on your needs. Don´t leave me, wah, wah |
| 16th October 2006 DakoHta | Wigged out - From: Priceless Porto You ladies are HOT with fake hair. Wish your legs had less of the hair, not to mention the arm hair I'm sure was sprouting from your tube tops in Morocco. And the unmentionable back hair as well... Which I just mentioned. |
| 16th October 2006 Dana Eisner | Memories... - From: Legendary Lisboa Oh Eli, you just made me reminisce about my times in Sevilla and the trip I took with my friends to Lisboa and Belem. Good times! Love reading bout your adventures, makes me happy ;) |
| 16th October 2006 Nicole the Best!! | aww - From: Moroccan Maneuvers aww it seems like ur loving the new place ur are exploring.. btw you are lookin hott!! |
| 15th October 2006 BB | Hello love... - From: Moroccan Maneuvers great ot hear your story again. I think the huge assortment of pics at the end needs to continue with every blog. Keep the good times coming our way. Miss you! Love- Briana PS- Vitaly left the hotel business and moved back to NYC to start a company with his dad. What that company is, I have no idea, he was very limited on what he would tell me. Oh well! |
| 14th October 2006 anonymous | - From: Moroccan Maneuvers yur a lot hairier than what I remember. kudos to the toilet picture. |
| 14th October 2006 Dad | Great Start to 2nd Half of Your Trip - From: Moroccan Maneuvers It's great to once again be reading your blogs and enjoying the pictures of your extraordinary trip. You've got great friends around you helping make it a great experience. And all of them have had the good experience of you. I'm proud of you. We're all looking forward to seeing you in several months. Continue to take care of yourself. I love you Son. Dad |
| 14th October 2006 Kyle | nice blending..... - From: Moroccan Maneuvers Eli- loved the pics...especially the ones of you and Harri as Moroccans, and Mike and Ali as German tourists....I can definitely see it. Looks like Morocco was a blast....wish we would have had more time to visit about it when you were in France. Keep the blogs rolling...they're like mini-tanks of air to a diver wedged under a rock, at least for this traveler back home. Be safe & have fun. kyle |
| 3rd October 2006 AJ | - From: Hasta Luego, Valencia! eli, this journal makes me so sad to know that you're leaving a place that you love...and also a tiny bit horribly happy bc you're one step closer to somewhere that I get to see you again...I am a horrible person I know, but this is one horrible person who hopes you have an incredible finish to your trip and is looking forward to you coming back to Providence!! Love you-AJ |
| 25th September 2006 Steph | Oh how I long for your freedom - From: Hasta Luego, Valencia! Someday soon... me and my guitar will leave this place of endless misrable sun and i will just fly as far as my feet will take me |
| 25th September 2006 Caitlin | - From: Hasta Luego, Valencia! at last my life is complete - I have a photo of senora de queso and senora de pan. So good. take it easy, boyo, and travel safe. |
| 24th September 2006 Mom | What a life... - From: The Final Week in Valencia Hi Honey, Your writings and pictures are great. They are wonderful memories that you and your friends have created. Friends are the precious stones that we pickup on the path of life. How fortunate you are to have so many. I am also pleased to know that they will have been touched by you, my wonderful son. I am very proud of you Eli and I miss you and look forward to hugging you again soon. I love you, Mom. |
| 23rd September 2006 Deborah | Westin - Providence - From: The Final Week in Valencia I am so glad you are doing well. I love the stories and pictures. It reminds me when I was there. Take care. |
| 22nd September 2006 BB | Home... - From: The Final Week in Valencia does this mean you are coming home to America? I know that you are going to miss your friends there, but we need a little Eli action over here. By the way, I think it is way cool that your picture will grace the bar shelf. Travelers will ask about you, and your friends will share stories of you and all your adventures. You are going to be a legend on your own....very cool! Love-Briana |
| 21st September 2006 Tad | Taddin' it up right now - From: The Final Week in Valencia Eli, really great website you got here. I'm really impressed with how you are able to live life with no boundries. Can you tell I didn't read anything at all and just looked at pictures? |
| 20th September 2006 Dave Nolan | Sad Farewell - From: The Final Week in Valencia Hey man, that one made ME tear up, for real. drop me a line sometime soon, and let me know how your doing. |
| 20th September 2006 Gus_Granada_Spain | Finally back - From: Act II Esperamos con impaciencia el acto II. More people than you think read your blogs. I've read them from the first to last one. What happened next? |
| 20th September 2006 Gus_Granada_Spain | Nice post - From: The Final Week in Valencia ..tengo un nudo en la garganta... |
| 19th September 2006 Jenny B. | Miss you - From: Act II Are you ever coming home? I LOVE YOU! Jenny |
| 18th September 2006 becks | yo! - From: Act II glad that you are back with us honey bun! can you redirect this to my gmail account pretty please with cheese, as im closing the hotmail one down ta love you x |
| 18th September 2006 Tru | You're alive! - From: Act II I was wondering if you were still alive.... good to hear that you are! It seems like things are still going great out there.... isn't it your 1 year anniversary in Europe soon? Well.... my life has changed a lot... I joined the american work force in june.... 8am-5pm EVERYDAY.... Frank and I moved in together.... Life is great. I've really adapted to my new life, I'm just trying to accept the fact that I have to find happiness in this "real world" (ie: going to work everyday FOREVER!). Much love Elias, and keep in touch silly boy! Besos, -tru |
| 18th September 2006 anonymous | - From: Act II looking forward to the blogs. |
| 17th September 2006 Zio | It's so true.... - From: Act II Sounds like life has handed you lemons my friend, and o what a glorious word, Berlin, for a capital it is pretty damn amazing. As for the rest of your Blog I'm glad to hear you are still enjoying Europe, I was at home this summer and I travled a bit I should of stoped by to see you. Oh well, thats life, right? I hear we shall be seeing you come December...unless plans change, which they could, I'm sure. Take care of your self. Gott sei mit Dir auf deinem Weg.(God speed) |
| 17th September 2006 Jason DeVries | - From: Act II You have returned! Can't wait to read more. |
| 9th June 2006 Allessandra | Beautiful Photos - From: Sweet Valencia Thank you so much for making your trip available online. I enjoyed your photos so much. Valencia is a beautiful place and the Aquarium is breathtaking! Great Photographs! It sounds like you had a great time and I appreciate your taking the time to share your experiences with others. Thanks again. |
| 24th May 2006 ali | new blog - From: Twins catch up eli i wanna hear things that happened in this century! funny blog tho i enjoyed it immensely, oh and trueman wants to know why there is no picture of her/! |
| 22nd May 2006 Mom | April Fools.. - From: Twins It was great to hear from you on April 1st. Yes, I do expect April Fools Day pranks from either you or Jake (or both). I think I know your since of humors, since I have been fooled many times in the past. I enjoy your blogs and "meeting" all of your friends. I know you will miss them as you continue your life's journey. Please be safe. I miss you very much! Love, Mom |
| 19th May 2006 Butt... | ... - From: Twins And what i forgot is.. that you're gonna get it sometime for the prank, be ware!! |
| 19th May 2006 Butterfly | Hmmm... - From: Twins 1st: I like the pic with your nose, looks like an abyse!!! 2nd:Laurent and Olivia have two pictures together, Harri's gonna get mad!!! 3d: Great times, great times... Take care of yourself mate. Loves and hugs |
| 9th May 2006 trudita | elias. como estas? - From: Girls Girls Girls i'm delighted to see that all you ever do is have fun. i really want to go to the playground with the giant slide (and pee on the wal). lots of news here in amr'ca: -i am a gringuita now, i got my citizenship about 1 month ago -i got a job at an architecture firm in Augusta, and Franky and I are moving in together on the 26th of may (i start work june 1st)!!!! -graduation is this weekend! REAL LIFE: here i come! hugs and kisses! -t ps: how's the spanish? |
| 8th May 2006 KiwiAngela | KiwiEli - From: Girls Girls Girls I second that. |
| 8th May 2006 mike | couldn´t be prouder of ya mate - From: Girls Girls Girls You have embraced the kiwi lifestyle I now officially sponsor your move from honorary kiwi to full-blown kiwi. Miss ya mate |
| 8th May 2006 Briana | Language barrier... - From: Girls Girls Girls I can't remember where everyone that you chill with is from, but I am assuming that some may come from non=English speaking countires. How do you all communicate with each otheror is there a language barrier? |
| 8th May 2006 Caitlin | Honorary kiwi - From: Girls Girls Girls You called it a jandal...honey, you're going to leave europe more kiwi than spanish xx |
| 5th May 2006 Briana | Hi there, how are things? - From: Decompression After the Festival Hello love- I had the priviledge of having lunch with Vitaly yesterday (he's in town visiting his mom) and I so badly wanted you to be there with us. Glad to hear things are well! Please tell your mom that the thing about brushing you hair before bed is the cutest thing I have heard all day! Miss you tons....PS your ass is fat!!! Ha |
| 3rd May 2006 David | Graduation and more - From: Decompression After the Festival Eli, Eli, Eli. I miss you tons! Thanks for keeping up on the blog entries. Sorry, I haven't written in a while - school is getting busy for me. Tomorrow (Thursday) will be my final day of education at RIC. I will graduate May 20. Anyway, Keep up with the entries.... i stop by Trinity quite often and talk to Julie the cool Waitress... I signed her up for your blog, not sure If she got the latest, I will check with her. Talk to you later! hope all continues to go well for you! Your Former "Educated" Roomie |
| 2nd May 2006 Elaine | - From: Decompression After the Festival Hey darlin'!! Can you give me your mailing address? Glad to hear about all the fun times. Love, E |
| 2nd May 2006 Caitlin | welcome back - From: Decompression After the Festival Good man - I've been hanging out for a new entry to keep up my vicarious valencian life. Nice to know your enthusiasm fruit salad hasn't waned, and that you're still filling your time faffing about with Mike and Suse. take care petal |
| 2nd May 2006 anth | Frisbee disaster - From: Decompression After the Festival I sound like your friend and the frisbee...although i'm in complete reverse, I suck 90 % of the time and the 10% I do throw straight I laugh. :) |
| 1st May 2006 Ang | c'est tres bizarre! - From: Decompression After the Festival I just read your blog and had an uber strange feeling not unlike when you've seen 'empire strikes back' and then go on to watch 'star wars' afterwards... do i make sense? you were only here last week and reading about last month is super surreal - like i wanna scream out to the page saying "you'll never guess what you're doing next week!" Of course that was quickly overtaken by my complete and utter impatience to read about your portugal/morocco adventures... not to mention Boreaux of course. It's possible that in this state you would have to dedicate one day of every travelling week just to writing in dodgy internet joints with flea ridden carpet.... My Eli.... Bordeaux misses you. Caroline and I won the pub quiz last night. Free champagne! A total of 6 people asked after you (and it was a quiet night). France is in mourning... Come back! p.s. my purple friend says hello. |
| 13th April 2006 Stephanie | Like Whoa! - From: Las Fallas your pics are like whoa! i wanna big beer and i wanna see you can i be promised both those things if i come to spain. |
| 11th April 2006 Dontel | Model THIS - From: Las Fallas Eli, I don´t know how you can belittle those Amstel dancers like that. Those girls were, and will ALWAYS be, HOT! Great blog, most excellent indeed. As an aside, I would like to point out that the y and z are switched on Croatian kezboardsyzy. What a pain! But the countrz is prettz nicey. Keep up the blogz, I´ll be reading. Dontel, up up and AWAZZZZ |
| 7th April 2006 Elaine | - From: Las Fallas I miss you Eli... I'm so glad to hear that you're enjoying yourself. I love the pics. And boy am I glad you put a map of Spain on the bottom of your page cause otherwise I'd have no idea where you are. Love you!! |
| 5th April 2006 anonymous | Hey man - From: Las Fallas Lookin good! Keep up the solid pictures and stories! |
| 5th April 2006 Anth | My dear dear Briana... - From: Las Fallas It's not a camera trick...didn't you see the ring? They'll be dead in 7 days. cmon now!! ;) jk jk but seriously the camera trick = coolio The picture with the glass of beer = sickening...beer is so filling. *burp* Give me a glass that big of heini...then we're talking. Danilda says Hi. Tell your friend Harri I find her to be beautiful. (esp in the "almost time for goodbyes" picture.) |
| 4th April 2006 Briana | Photographer - From: Las Fallas Ok so I am dying to know the trick to make people disappear on camera. Tell me your little secret...please! And not to be snippy or anything, but you are not allowed to go a month with no word or stories for your die-hard fans!Lots of love...muah! |
| 4th April 2006 Jennifer Becker | Miss ya! - From: Las Fallas Hey there, Love your travel stories. I can still laugh with you online. Just wanted you to know that I LOVE YOU and can't wait to talk one day---when you get back! We'll have to take a vacation and talk for nights and nights. |
| 4th April 2006 Eric | - From: Las Fallas It's been a few weeks now and sadly, but honestly, the vivid images and feeling created during our time in Valencia have started to fade from my mind. But just now, reading you account of the week, was like a flash-flood of memories. Thank you. I'll save, reread, and relive all this when I'm 81. Beautiful words Eli. |
| 4th April 2006 Harri | Don´t - From: Las Fallas Don´t you ever nearly make me cry again!!!!!! XXHarriXX |
| 4th April 2006 Birthday Girl Ang | not long to go.... - From: Las Fallas Always an honour to read accounts of your adventures Eli... I sometimes sit here and dream that I was 9 hours south and rockin 'valencia styles' but alas I will just have to hold my horses so they say, for in three weeks time......... ELI will be rockin in MY hood. Karaoke compulsary btw. x flanj |
| 4th April 2006 Alta | WoW - From: Las Fallas Those are wicked pictures Eli. Craziness all around, looks like FUN. |
| 16th March 2006 aj | - From: Becks, a Job, Scots, and a City Preparing eli, i am finally caught up!! anthony always tries to tell me about your blogs and i make him stop so theyll still be a suprise, but i am caught up and hopefully i wont get behind again...i love hearing about your escapades and am glad that you seem to work for awesome people. After all your ridiculous encounters lately i think you deserved some nice people. Anth told me he gave you the news, and im glad you know now, but ive got to say, i wish you were here so we could talk about it. I miss our conversations. Glad to hear you are still loving the oranges, i think youre going to go through withdrawls if you leave! still love you, aj. |
| 12th March 2006 Caitlin | - From: Becks, a Job, Scots, and a City Preparing Mate - good to hear you're still alive and no longer having arguments with surly Valencianos. You have to report ALL about las fallas so I can live vicariously through you (while sitting at my desk at work). Love to Mike, Sue and Jrisa. |
| 12th March 2006 Nicole is the Best!!! | love you!!!! - From: Becks, a Job, Scots, and a City Preparing hey hunny!! so glad that you have found a job... it look so cute!! soo so soo happy for you!! ur seems like you are fitting right into spain,, enjoy all you can.., miss you oh so much!! kisses and hugs to you !! |
| 11th March 2006 anth | dizzy headed--- - From: Becks, a Job, Scots, and a City Preparing No more alcohol for me again, i had a repeat of the chilangos night (minus the vomit). Congrats on the job. Union! Union! lol jk. A trip home in April eh?? Advisory against it? interesante (that roughly translates to "interesting") I had numerous empanadillas in puerto rico last week. I miss it there already =/ COdy is the one traveling with you for a month right? Is Jackie and her friend there yet? |
| 10th March 2006 Stephanie | I Love it! - From: Becks, a Job, Scots, and a City Preparing I love it, I love you --- i miss you! I promise I will visit as soon as i can....i havent been to europe in two years so when i have extra money i promise i will come... |
| 28th February 2006 Andy Mike | Your not alone - From: Brotherly Love, Part Two By thinking and not just acting, shows you are more american then most. You represent us well. Travel well.... |
| 24th February 2006 Salparadis | Dear Eli, - From: Brotherly Love, Part Two I really feel sorry for you and what you went thru, another bad story after this other episod with the first guy who sent you some bad emails. I should say, don't worry about it, you don't have to feel guilty for what this guy thinks of your country, or whatever. He probably had some personal problems with the US or felt offended by what's going on in this world, or maybe was crazy and you can't do anything about it. He is simply an idiot to have taken a "revenge" or shout his anger on you, just because he found you were an american citizen... You did what it was right to do, of course. I just hope you won't be too much affected by this event, cause it really doesn't worth it. Even if this world is full of hate and wars and problems, we have to make our way in it and try to do our best to have a good life without selfishness, and do some good to the people we love... I send you all my best to you and hope to see you soon in April, to laugh and have good times together. Perrine |
| 24th February 2006 pimmsgirl | what the heck - From: Brotherly Love, Part One Speaking of ignorant; I grew up in a communistic country and can't say that I agree with many things that communist believe in. But I certainly agree even less with people that generalize all people that might be a little 'off' as 'they probably are communists'. Buddy, that puts you right next to them in the same category. By the way, this whole story seems like bad TV comercials. Eli, when was the last time you got 11 comments to a blog in just about 24 hours. Everyone thinks they guy is a nutcase but we are all talking about him (and probably will for quite some time). I like your all your responses, just the way we know you and love you. Keep it coming. (Disclaimer; I apologize for possible spelling errors and crushed toes I might have stepped on) |
| 23rd February 2006 kathy | eli's chinese friend = nationalist? - From: Brotherly Love, Part One David:that is quite a generalization, don't you think? Perhaps using the country instead of the people would of made it better or just perhaps another example would of been extremely fine. you know all Chinese people are not from China, some were from Hong Kong, the island that was ran by the British for a while. Back then and now Hong Kong was not a "commie". Using the term "Chinese" not too excited as well as not to proud that China is communist country. FYI for the next time you are trying to define the term for "Nationalist" try using the country and not the people. Good day! Eli, I am so sorry that this John character insulted your spelling, no one is perfect, but other then that, I really think you are PERFECT! John is obviously ignorant to many extremes as well as probably having nothing better to do then to make a comment about a misspelled word. We can't always meet nice people, then they wouldn't be consider nice if we don't have any jerks to compare them with. Heehee! I love you, be strong and take care, I know you always do!! k.f.kathy = chinese = communist |
| 23rd February 2006 Briana | Baseball bats... - From: Brotherly Love, Part Two are for hitting baseballs and burglars! Unfortunately, we live in this world where some people deserve to meet the swing of a bat. But if that were the case, you and me and most people reading your blog would be swinging all day. Take your negative experiences with these people and make them postitive. Know that you don't want to associate yourself with then and that their own internal battles are the cause of their hatred. You are strong and determined, don't veer off your path of life to happiness. PS- Regarding john, I hope you didn't say anything about his mom or his fat ass! |
| 23rd February 2006 BB | Ass kicking! - From: Brotherly Love, Part One Hello love- Ignorance is bliss and people suck! So take my new NYC acquired attitude and go kick his ass. And when your done, follow through with a "how about them apples" comment. And please tell your friend Jake that I like his response and think that he should email the singing "prick" to our 'friend' john. And john if your reading this, then I hate to say that Eli's blog is enjoyed by hundreds. So beat that! Waves of love- Briana |
| 23rd February 2006 The Ephemeral Self | re: Reason. - From: Brotherly Love, Part Two Dear Eli, I may have once explained that I believe life to be the interaction between two extremes, good/bad, light/dark, hot/cold, base/divine. They are, in fact, facets of the same two extremes. One can never rely on the reason of our fellow Man, especially when drunk he can adhere to ideals which later seem to him laughable. You are the better man, for you are equiped with unclouded judgement. If you meet him I would hope you would ask questions first, baseball-bat later. Jack. |
| 23rd February 2006 Jake | - From: Brotherly Love, Part Two Eli, you're such a good person. The fact that you want to sit and have a talk with this guy just proves it all the more. The side of you that wants to fight him is nothing more than your natural instincts doing their thing. There's tons of people I'd love to go back and beat the snot out of. But the time is gone, and you just have to move on. Don't think of it as a horrible experience. It's just another step along the way to your life without boundaries. Would you let someone that absolutely hated white people get you down like this? Their hatred is just something that you can't fully understand. It's not that you're not capable, but you haven't lived their lives. And they haven't lived yours. Knowing you, if the guy had stepped up and tried to hurt you or your friends, I'm sure you would have acted. But he didn't, so don't dwell on it. When something happens, you'll know what to do. You'll know the time and the place for a fight, and you'll know when it's best to just walk away. I said it earlier, but you did good. Hitting him would have solved nothing. And it most likely would have put a hurt on both of you that you just don't need. Take solice in the fact that you're a smart man, a good man, and you know what needs to be done in most situations. The rest of them, you find out as you go along. You're one of the best men I've come across in my life, and I'm so very proud to call you my brother. And you just proved one of the many reason why. -J |
| 23rd February 2006 antonio | partay' - From: Valentines Day and a Birthday in Valencia 2 days till I go to Puerto Rico woohoo. I have a picture to email you, but ill do it when I get home. Cmon now...striped shirt? Everyone knows horizontal stripes make you look bigger =P The home construction picture reminds me of Property Ladder which I havnt seen since that night we watched it. wtf...when does that come on!! |
| 23rd February 2006 Anthony and Simona | hello! - From: San Sebastian Simona wants to know if you are crying in the picture that you only have one glass lens! She misses you and she loves you, and wants you to iron some sabanas for her. I love the picture of the door it reminds me of a hobbit home. it's awsomeness. |
| 23rd February 2006 AnthIZZLE | well.. - From: Brotherly Love, Part One I can completely agree with the sucking @ spelling...afterall..how do you think I beat your ass in Boggle all the time 8) mmmhmmm. ;) Tiffany found this story funny so I figured i'd check my mail and see what it was about....I like how he said NOT to contact him ever again when he started the whole thing. lol. |
| 22nd February 2006 Gustavo | Cowardice - From: Brotherly Love, Part One As soon as you asked him to explain himself, crazy guy showed up and then ran away...nuff said...Keep living, keep writing!!! Ba Zing! |
| 22nd February 2006 CPL | Eli... - From: Brotherly Love, Part One Fuck John. Love you. Me |
| 22nd February 2006 mariposa | My lovely Eli - From: Brotherly Love, Part One My love, don't you let this person bring you down. We, all your friends, know what a kind and sweet soul you are. There are several reasons why one should act like this, but this is not your problem. Just ignore him, as if he doesn't even exist. People like that worth only your pity and nothing more. So let him sink in his problems and insecurities and you continue to be the happy person you are ;-) By the way, i love you!!! You are the best. |
| 21st February 2006 Jake | - From: Brotherly Love, Part One Actually, I'd like his information. I can write him something along the lines of 'Prick! Prick! Prick! Prick! Prick! Prick! Prick! Prick! Prick! Prick!' and see what his response to that is. And maybe, for effect, I can misspell it a few times, see if he catches it. Though, I could probably also record it in a singing voice and email that to him as well. Oh, the ideas you give me. :) |
| 21st February 2006 David | Eli's Old Roomie - From: Brotherly Love, Part One Hey Eli, This guy doesn't like you because he is a "commie" - which, for those who don't know, is a derogatory term for communist. The whole "Nationalist" attitude is a Chinese way of life. This guy doesn't like you, because you dare to be different. you defy the Norm and do not conform to society. To normal people, that believe in individualism, you rock! May Henry David Thoreau (and Ralph Waldo Emerson) guide you through your life without boundaries. Your Friend, David |
| 21st February 2006 SP | with her on that - From: Brotherly Love, Part One john can go suck his big fat toe... i like your shit and i want to hear more of your warble |
| 21st February 2006 Britt | I got your back!!! - From: Brotherly Love, Part One where is that asshole? Don't worry Eli I got your back!! I'll kick his sorry insulting ass!!! There is nothing more that I hate then ignorant people like that.Especially those that have no clue or idea about who you are. Anyways I enjoy every misspelled word you write. Call on me if you need me. like i said " I got this!". Miss ya babe and I look forward to your next adventure. |
| 21st February 2006 Kyle from Oklahoma | Right on Brother!! - From: Brotherly Love, Part One Eli, I enjoy your blog.....that guy can go to hell. Hope all is well in Spain. --- kt |
| 16th February 2006 BB | I feel so special... - From: Couchsurfers and Coffee Houses to be mentioned in the blog. It s like being on TV. So what you are telling me about this Dave kid is that he is the coolest, bad-ass that you know. Yeah we would be friends. Anyways, I am confused. Can you please clarify a few things for me. Topic A.) where exactly are you, how long have you been where you are, how long are you staying there, and do I get to sleep in your bed when I come? Topic B.) are you working or are you living the vita loca? Please respond at you convenience. Like NOW! JK Love you tons, miss you lots. Briana |
| 15th February 2006 Barnaby | Niiiice - From: Couchsurfers and Coffee Houses Beautiful Pics man. Keep it up! |
| 15th February 2006 Steph | yo yo yo - From: Couchsurfers and Coffee Houses Happy belated Valentines Day and Tu Bishvat (jewish holiday of planting trees, celebrating trees, eating fruit, and singing about trees). I love reading your blog and I was serious about visiting you... though... I looked up flights to Valenica and well $800 is too steeeeep. So, I will keep my eyes open for a cheap roundtrip fare. I can't wait to come play with you - you seem to be having soooo much fun. ummm since we last talked - Lisa Joyce is now starring in an off broadway hit - writen by anthony rapp (RENT)'s brother adam... appartently she gets all naked and plays a french born prostitute in amsterdam and grinds up on a naked man... sounds interesting huh? it's called Red Light Winter. anywho... hopefully we will talk soon. xoxo Stephanie |
| 13th February 2006 Barnaby Myhrum | Hey man - From: The Orange Capital HAHAHAHA. What is with foreigners and just saying the dumbest things to us? At least the German girl in Zurich had experience with Americans so she has a basis for her making fun of Texans. I'm fairly confident that he had never heard someone say anything about lynching hahaha. Idiot. You should've punched a crumpet through his face haha j/k. Good to see you're still alive man. Give me an e-mail sometime if you need help with chess! I hope you're having a great time! Keep it real bro. ~Barnaby~ |
| 13th February 2006 Caitlin | All is forgiven - From: San Sebastian Ahh mate, now I can love you again...pleased you had a great time - isn't it awesome. Did you see the yellow arrows along the beach (walking away from the old town) that mark out the camino? |
| 12th February 2006 Briana | Aviators - From: San Sebastian Well now that I know that you are a glasses killer, I am never giving you those swank ass shades that you covet! I will just have to pick you up some Canal Street specials next time I am in Chinatown. Love- Briana PS- looking fly hottie! |
| 11th February 2006 Nicole the Best!! | so jealous!! - From: San Sebastian WOW San Sebastian..is beautiful.. i wish i was there... u take amazing pics. feels like im there.. I miss you and love you and Oh happy v day my love!! kisses |
| 10th February 2006 david sweet | magoo - From: San Sebastian You look like Mr. Magoo in the lost lens pic... just thought I'd share that. |
| 10th February 2006 Bigorno | Viva San Sebastian - From: San Sebastian I realy love San Sebastian, it's near the french border and it's a great place for french people who wants to pass a spanish night. |
| 8th February 2006 Jo-Jo Sklia | Ahhh! !this is awesome!! - From: The Orange Capital Hey Eli!! I can't believe how much you have done!! I;m so proud of you!!! You always were an explorer!! I am so happy for you !!! I miss you... Write me whenever you get a chance, I love to hear from you!!! Take care Sweetie and know that you always have a friend in Sunny Florida. Well, 2 Jenny is here too. xoxoxoxoxo!!! Take care and I'll email you tommorow. |
| 7th February 2006 the flang | if only! - From: The Orange Capital if only i hadnt just gotten off a plane from ireland to hang in amsterdam before heading back to new zealand or id be racing down to san sebastian to give you a huge ol' hug! back in france in 6weeks, hope you can make the party. great hearing that you are having a blast. rock on and save an orange or two for me. |
| 7th February 2006 Caitlin | you little bastard (in a nice way) - From: The Orange Capital So offended that you reckon you don't know anything about san sebastian - I'm sure I told you about it like 9 million times! Pleased the resume finally got done (thanks mike!) all these weeks later. love to mike sue jrisa and all |
| 5th February 2006 Tall Jack | back in the UK - From: The Orange Capital Dear Eli, Am back in London for few days before heading to States to visit the Beloved. Think you're still in San Sebastian. Hope you had a wonderful time there, I really enjoyed Bilbao (though I was only there 4 hours). Otherwise, keep me infomed at home and abroad and I hope to hear from you soon. Jack. P.S- that pic of harri, ali and me on the bench came out well didn't it? J. |
| 4th February 2006 Briana | Hello love... - From: The Orange Capital I have missed you soo much. I look everyday for word from you and was about to place some phone calls regarding your whereabouts. Good to hear from you and glad that the adventure of a life time is continuing at a steady pace. Love, Briana PS- Digging the hair cut |
| 4th February 2006 me | i think i missed the... - From: The Orange Capital funny thing of her being mistaken for a lesbian =/ she was in a gay bar right? |
| 3rd February 2006 Benny | parting is such difficult sorrow - From: The Orange Capital I think I'll be another one of those people who left, missed the people and came back to Valencia!! Your logs are getting me so nostalgic about my favourite city in the world (strangely, Italy is my favourite country but nowhere in particular inside). Are you starting to see why I spoke so highly of it?? If you don't find a job soon the one advantage is that you will be able to enjoy las fallas 24-7! Only two weeks left!!!! I got your mail thanks. Brazil is just awesome and Italy might have to get bunked down to number two!! Shortly after your fallas I'll be celebrating the Carnival! We'll compare notes man! Enjoy the OC! :-P Benny |
| 3rd February 2006 Brittany | - From: The Orange Capital Wow you finally cut your hair! Did it hurt?Hehe j/k! You are such a big boy. Getting washed up before you go job hunting. Your mom would be so proud. Well at least I am.Hehe!!! Miss ya babe!!! Keep us posted here!!! |
| 23rd January 2006 Billy J | OOOOOOPS! - From: Surprises and Fruit Salad I pressed enter before I even began to type. Sorry I haven't said hello sooner. not having internet at home and work blocks all personal websites makes it hard. Just want to say hello. Hope all is well. Miss you and look forward to your return. Ba bye!! |
| 23rd January 2006 Billy J | I prefer the Eli's! - From: Surprises and Fruit Salad |
| 22nd January 2006 Caitlin | the consistency is reassuring - From: Surprises and Fruit Salad Nice to hear that apart from your brief foray to barcelona your routine remains unchanged from when I was there in December. Hope Mike showed you his impressive collection of scars from the London trip (and I am concerned that he is sending you besos). Love to you both |
| 20th January 2006 mike | thanks for last night - From: Surprises and Fruit Salad Last night was the most magical night of my life Eli. Thank you so much for your tenderness and loving touch. You light up my life. Besos |
| 19th January 2006 Nicole the Best!! | - From: Surprises and Fruit Salad Glad to hear from you sweetie.. tell valencia i said hello and eat an orange for me !! love YOU!! |
| 19th January 2006 Britty | From a distance - From: Surprises and Fruit Salad From a distance(Bet Midler) - sorry I don't know where that came from. Seemed like an appropriate intro hehe!!!!It is great to hear from you again. We all miss you!!! I am glad that you are having fun and are safe!!! Now that stupid song is stuck in my head jeeze!!! Hugs-n-kisses |
| 19th January 2006 anth | busy man - From: Surprises and Fruit Salad traveling back and forth and back and forth, isn't that getting expensive? Or is that just all the wine and beer you drink. lol there ARE other beverages in the world eli ;) Sucks to hear the girl had her bag stolen, but she was probably on her period and deserved it. lol :) |
| 12th January 2006 david sweet | apartment - From: Christmas and New Years in Spain Set up shop, have a great time, and don't be to skimpy with the teq... (I know you can manage to hold down 6. 7 and you might be kissing pavement, but six is a go |
| 11th January 2006 Nick Casias | Stay Strong Eli - From: Live Every Day Your words were comforting. One of the re occuring themes of life on the road is trying to make peace with a world you don't quite understand. Jenna's situation reinforces such feelings. Sometimes you must just give up. Know some things are out of you and common logic's hands. Celebrate the times she lived worth celebratin. I have an honest feeling those 23 years were worth some people's 80. |
| 10th January 2006 anthony | well put - From: Live Every Day Your words were put together perfectly. I have been lucky enough to have not had any deaths of a close friend. I can only imagine what it's like. And I hope never to witness it...I've always said i'd rather 'go' before others. I guess it's a form of selfishness. But Jenny and her friend are both in mine and andrews prayers :) Next time I look to the moon and stars, i'll think of Jenna. |
| 10th January 2006 Jake | - From: Live Every Day I love you kiddo. I'm sure there's something else I should put in here or some words of comfort, but it all comes down to the first sentence. -J |
| 10th January 2006 Jenny | Thanks - From: Live Every Day Babe, thanks so much. Your words meant a lot to me. I am doing okay, actually I'm really relying on my faith for this one. I'll have to explain more in person, but you are right when you say that her death taught me (and you) so much. Not only that life is a gift, but that everything we do is forgotten... our jobs, our "stuff", even our bodies, in time...after we die. But the one thing people remember and are changed by...is the way that we show love. That is the way people are impacted by you and changed, and everything else just fades away. I love you sweetie and please don't worry too much about me. I am doing good. I promise! I can't wait to talk to you in person sometime soon. Love-Jen |
| 10th January 2006 BB | - From: Christmas and New Years in Spain I remember the one Midori Sour days for you...you have come a long way! Waves of love- Briana |
| 7th January 2006 Nicole the Best!! | So excited for you - From: Christmas and New Years in Spain Wow mister.. 5 shots huh. i would have been dead..haha.. congrats on the apt and all the cool friends you are making.. i noe u will have a happy new year.. enjoy it and good luck with the job... love ya.. hear frm you on the next update..kisses |
| 7th January 2006 anth | new years - From: Christmas and New Years in Spain You had 5 shots of tequila, i had 1500 mg of antibiotics flowing through me lol =/ But oh well. Nice to ACTUALLY HEAR FROM YOU, despite all the emails i send. Yay for an apartment. Yay for a possible job. Tomorrow is my first night by myself. I hope it goes well in hskp. Who else lives with you in the apartment? that landlord guy who rented it to you or??? why not caitlin, You two seem to hit it off well. And it seems lik you are coming in contact with more australians than I will in the month that i'll be IN australia. haha. Okay well I guess I'll hear from you when ever you update next. Take Care :) |
| 7th January 2006 k.f. kathy | Oye! - From: Christmas and New Years in Spain oye eli, merry xmas and happy new year! i am glad you have decided to stay in Valencia. i have to say, sue is one tough cookie, 3 shots at one time, ohh lord! good thing it wasn't anthony, hah! flor and the girls always ask about you and anth is picking up real well in hsk. i am really sorry about ur first apartment but everything turned out real well, she most likely is a crack addict. we all miss you, take care and be safe!! can't wait to hear from you again. much love, kathy |
| 6th January 2006 Benny el irlandes | aaah Valencia!! - From: Christmas and New Years in Spain Hey buddy!! Finnegan's at Avenida de Aragón is a mad place! I had some great craic there back in the good old days, although I usually only went because una mexicana that I fancied liked to drink there... Glad you've made it through the year and eaten the 12 grapes! Now get ready for LAS FALLAS in February!! Start sleeping extra now to balance out the lack of it you'll get when the week begins, and stock up on Red Bull... seriously! I'm almost ready to go to Brazil myself in a few short weeks. I've added photos of my year in France to my yahoo photos site (link on my CS profile) if you're interested. Keep us posted man! ¡Hasta luego! Benny |
| 6th January 2006 ang the flang in frogland | bonjour mon ami - From: Christmas and New Years in Spain Dude! (that was my american impersonation, aye) so good to hear Valencia is rocking for you and that you saw in the New Year with a smile on your face. Sorry my travelblog has gone downhill but i've spent heaps of time on my personal website (access through CS link) so cheack it out. I hope to come down and party in April for my birthday so will give you some notice. Will have to show you how its done - 5 shots of tequila and thats it?! You obviously haven't seen the master at work............. [insert evil cackle] |
| 4th January 2006 Monica | Hey!! - From: Extended Stay Valencia I was waiting for your new blog! ;-) Happy New Year!! Hope to see you soon! |
| 4th January 2006 Nicole the Best!! | - From: From Valencia to Alicante You are totally a banyon tree my friend!! |
| 4th January 2006 Nicole the Best!! | - From: Extended Stay Valencia I was getting worried that i had not heard ne thing from you... glad that you are meeting all these cool people.. miss you |
| 3rd January 2006 anonymous | pimmsgirl - From: Extended Stay Valencia I haven't read a thing yet, just glad to hear from you. Happy New Year! |
| 3rd January 2006 Aussie Anth | Eli be nimble, Eli Be quick... - From: Extended Stay Valencia Eli try to jump the fountain....you so didn't make that jump lol I cant tell already 8) I basically know everything that happened cuz you told me this stuff already...but I didnt know about the protest. Good stuff. I look forward to the newest blog!! But I work all week so I'll tlak to y ou next week probably. Adios! |
| 2nd January 2006 david sweet | about time. - From: Extended Stay Valencia it's about time you got back on the comp... Sounds like you're really taking to Valencia. And the network of travelers you're meeting is impressive. How is the Balearic Sea?? Anyway, keep in touch! dave |
| 2nd January 2006 Britt | Your alive - From: Extended Stay Valencia Thank god you are alive. I was getting worried b/c haven't heard from ya in awhile or so it seems that way. Sounds lke you are still having a great and memorable trip!!! Well I miss ya babe! I look forward to reading about your next adventure!!! Stay safe!!! Muah!!! |
| 2nd January 2006 Briana | Finally... - From: Extended Stay Valencia word from my boy!!! I was getting very anxious waiting for a new blog. We have been so spoiled in the past with one almost everyday, that now I am trained to open my email on a daily basis. So it is funny that you bought Moby Dick b/c just this morning on the news was a story about Starbucks and how their name is taken from a character in that 19th century clssic. Just a little trivia for ya! Ok get bloggin and I look forward to your words and wisdom very soon. Love ya- Briana |
| 28th December 2005 david sweet | very beautiful - From: Sweet Valencia Valencia looks amazing. I notice you haven't written in a while the Eli, don't make me nervous. Monica seems like a sweet girl. Have fun, just be cautious with this whole couch-surfing biz... freaks me out a lil bit. |
| 20th December 2005 Caitlin | Listen to your mother - From: From Valencia to Alicante Hola chico. Nice to catch up on the back catalogue, having only caught the valencia chapters of the adventure myself. Thanks for being such a great guide. And please don´t cut that fabulous hair... |
| 20th December 2005 chow | you go eli!! - From: From Valencia to Alicante I am so proud of you!! I am so glad you told that guy off in Spanish, not trying to encourage it but he needs to back off!! I can so see you saying that to him too, *tear* so proud!! It was greating IMing you the other day! Please don't listen to Anth about your hair, it looks great and I love it. Take care and we can't wait until your next adventure. xoxoxo |
| 17th December 2005 Mom | BTW, great pictures... - From: From Valencia to Alicante You're right, we saw many banyan trees in Hawaii. They are so unusual and pretty. Speaking of pretty, those flowers are amazing. All your pictures are remarkable. You have a great eye! That sunset reminds me of the San Diego sunset. Love, Mom |
| 17th December 2005 Mom | Great to hear from you... - From: From Valencia to Alicante I'm sorry you didn't get to meet up with Mark and Sue or Stephie's sister friend. I'm glad you enjoyed the trip. I'm sure you'll get back to Alicante. Maybe on your way to Italy and Greece. I miss you, especially this time of year. I'm enjoying remembering the great surprise last Christmas when you showed up on Christmas Eve unexpected. Thanks for the wonderful memory. I love you! Mom |
| 17th December 2005 AJ | late mornings a habit? - From: From Valencia to Alicante Not you?!? I remember a time when 11 in the morning would be an early one for you!! We had a fondu party about a week ago now, and we were all thinking about you and the outrageous amount of fondu you have been getting to eat there...I have to say, we're all a little jelouse! I think I like it when you put someone in their place everyonce in a while...its just so unexpectedly evil!! Stay happy kid! |
| 16th December 2005 David | Finally caught up with your blog - From: From Valencia to Alicante Eli!!! It was great to read all of your blog entries again!! For some odd reason, I was not getting the "email" stating that there were any updates... I checked my Spam folder everyday in hopes of seeing the message - but alas was hopeless.... until this morning. Hey did you add Julie from trinity to your blog list?? Semester is almost done at RIC, 2 finals to go.... and then.... a nice looooong break!! i can't wait! Hope you continue to enjoy Spain. Viva Espana! |
| 15th December 2005 anonymous | Playschool... - From: From Valencia to Alicante Funny how we can get attached to ppl. I only had this kind of feeling when finally a not organised meeting is delayed only when... travelling... and I like it, 'cause means a lot. Enjoy and have fun (at least more than for your short trip to Alicante). Hasta luego amigo y ten cuidad. playschool (spanish translation is awfull) |
| 15th December 2005 Aussie Anth | Clepto. - From: From Valencia to Alicante I knew you were a clepto. But I need to start out by saying, long live cocoa krispies! I love them! I would OD on those... That tree is awsome! It reminds me of the ones we say on the jungle tour in mexico. You met some aussies before I did? Doh! Im so excited to go to OZ!! Too bad they stiffed you though. I'm slightly confused about meeting blue people when you die...the smurfs are in heaven? Papa smurf is that you!? Well Keep on bloggin foolio. Ill keep bloggin on Myspace. Oh. PS. Cut you hair =) hahahaha |
| 14th December 2005 Nicole the Best!! | PRETTY PICS!! - From: Sweet Valencia It was so great to hear from you yesterday!!... i love all the pics that you have taken... breathtaking... i love you and miss you enjoy all spain.. i wish i was there. |
| 13th December 2005 Playschool | I think I missed a couple of days... - From: Sweet Valencia but hopefully after about a good hour reading on screen (always a real pleasure) I could catch up.... and WOW... people you've met are raising hospitality high, I need to train if some kind of competition will be set up. Well... about ppl, I was very pleased to read all of this and know you met Marii in Toulouse; she was my rescuer host in Tallinn last summer and gave me many good times. I'm glad she's apparently doing well in Toulouse. and also Zuki, a sunshine ray whatever time is... So you're now in a really nice area (and there are plenty of nice spots for scuba diving in this region... my dad founded a scuba club in Javea ages ago...probably when yours was visiting Picasso's museum). Btw, thank you so much for the guest book...it's filling up quite quickly... already more than 10 pages are not totally white anymore ;) and what to say more that wouldn't be pointless... oh yes... if you settle down for a while in this region, have a bit of free space around you, 'cause you'll surely have a lot of visits and'll become a professional host there. Enjoy! Playschool Btw thx for getting in touch through HC |
| 13th December 2005 chow | dearest eli - From: Sweet Valencia i finally caught up and it is so great to see so many pics of you. i am so glad that you are doing well and having such a great time. we had a fondue party the other night and it was awesome but it was missing YOU!! btw, i love the hair!! take care and all the new friends that you have met are awesome!! i thank you all-a friend from the states. |
| 12th December 2005 cody | aqua - From: Sweet Valencia see i told you the aquarium would be worth it, and im happy to hear you like the music i sent you. |
| 12th December 2005 Monica | Monica sunshine - From: Sweet Valencia Hola, hi,hi,Monica speaking, I loved what you wrote about my mother's dish, it was so good and special for winter time. Eli is so funny and a good person. I hope to see him again this week with another couchsurfing boy. FIESTA LOCAAAAAA!!!!!!!!. Un abrazo. Bye, Auf Wiedersehen. |
| 11th December 2005 Anth | sweet sweet valenica - From: Sweet Valencia How jealous am I? sooooooooooooo there arnt enough O's in the world to express that ;) Good to see your having funw ith Monica, and from afar Monica reminds me of Elaine simon ( her smile ). But I hope all is well, and I know you're having fun over thur' in Spain. I saw Katrin and her family today, it was nice to see/meet them. and it was cool to see who you stayed with. Take care... |
| 9th December 2005 Dad | Spending Time at the Museo Picasso - From: Finishing Up in Barcelona, Starting Anew in Valencia Thanks for the mention of you spending time at the Picasso Museum in Barcelona where I visited when I was also traveling Europe at 23. The palm tree in the picture was only waist high then. Enjoy the adventure. Dad |
| 9th December 2005 Perrine | Nice pictures! - From: Finishing Up in Barcelona, Starting Anew in Valencia Fantastic pictures, Eli! I definitely will come to Valencia as soon as possible! Will see if you are still there when I will come! muchos kisses, see ya! Perrine (I started a Travel blog in french for my australian trip!) |
| 8th December 2005 Aussie Anth | HOly crap... - From: Finishing Up in Barcelona, Starting Anew in Valencia LOOK AT THAT BUILDING! Im so going to Valencia after I graduate! It looks amazing, and unlike you I will dress like a fish and get into the museum for free ;D Great pictures as always, the museums garden is amazing too...so cool! I'm completely jealous. Keep blogging! |
| 8th December 2005 BB | Pics - From: Finishing Up in Barcelona, Starting Anew in Valencia Amazing architecture! I love the shot of the Museum of Science reflecting off the water. It looks like an eye. |
| 8th December 2005 Benny | Amunt Valencia!! - From: Finishing Up in Barcelona, Starting Anew in Valencia Valencia!!!!!! My lovely home away from home. I miss it so much!! Go to a street called Polo y Peyloron perpendicular to Blasco Ibanez for free-entrance discos where all the exchange students go out. Then when in the centro, find a bar called "Radio City" (yes, written in English) where on Tuesday nights for a 5E entrance fee you can see some of the most wonderful Flamenco performances performed by real travelling gypsies. To find an apartment (if you are staying a while), the place to look is on the lamposts close to la universidad politécnica. Get up early on Sunday morning and go beside the football stadium for a market with incredibly cheap deals. Once again if you are staying, then buy a bike here. They are all stolen, but nobody cares. Don't pay more than 25 Euro. For a cheap boat trip to Ibiza go to El Corte Inglés. For around 70E you get a full weekend package, although this time of the year it won't be so cool. Mercadona is the best supermarket in the city (and is everywhere). Don't call it Catalan, call it "Valenciano" when you hear the locals speak non-Spanish. For a day at the beach, pay a Euro for the train to the next town outside of the city (the Valencia beach isn't so clean). You might be able to get into the Warhol and Woody's discos if you tell the bouncers that you know me, but they probably have changed staff since I left. Don't worry about getting taxis home if you're out late, they are really cheap in Valencia. Um... what else... if I think of something else I'll tell you!! Enjoy the city - ah yes, if you happen to meet any interns from the IAESTE organisation (it's big in Valencia) tell them you know me and they'll invite you out to their parties. I'm not ever Benny, but "Bennyfoto" by the way. OK enjoy the city, ask me if you need any advice and have fun with Monica!! Tell her I said "Amunt Valencia"!! Hasta luego, Benny |
| 6th December 2005 anonymous | Harry Potter - From: Party in Barcelona Eli, I hope you went to see Harry Potter. I saw it last night and it is awesome! No, seriously it is FABULOSA!!!!! ok, do tell if you Love it! Keep up the fun times! Besos y cuidate! Tru |
| 5th December 2005 Aussie Anth | Your a champ now - From: Party in Barcelona Another party huh? I bet you'll be back to the bottle in a week ;) lol jk. I actually drank quite a bit this weekend...at kathy's house with everyone, tons of fun...chinese fondue (amazing) with a side of catch phrase and carnium. Both times, my team (Bill, Monica and Cabe) won. woot. Then last night it was Jackie's birthday so we went and hung out there on hope street and i drank like 7 huge cups of beer *burp* Luisa was drinking too *shook finger* Jackie is now 22 so call her up and tell her happy bday. and say hi to the rest of them, heidi and all..im sure you remember them. I'm jealous of the warm weather. There is snow everywhere here. I had ice on my car this morning. And No snow brush to scrape it. I think spain would be cool to go to. You said the city is big and warm...big like..your afro? :) |
| 5th December 2005 BB | Soda or Pop? - From: Party in Barcelona So what is the European choice in soft drinks, Coca Cola or Pepsi? Or are they real healthy and only offer beer! Briana |
| 5th December 2005 BB | party on! - From: From Toulouse to Barcelona Hey my friend Amanda highly recommends you visiting Sevilla. She spent one semester there last year and LOVED it! Definately a beer and late night party town, so I hear. Also, according to E! t.v channel, Ibiza is the sickest party place one can travel too. Make sure that if you go, you go when it's not off-season! Keep me posted on the fiestas! Eli, the party animal! Anthony is right, you have partied more in Europe then the 2 years since you turned 21 here in the US. Just remember to stay away from the Midori Sours! Love- Briana |
| 4th December 2005 Nicole the Best!! | Night Owl - From: From Toulouse to Barcelona Hey my love.. seems like you are having a ball in spain.. I wish i was there.. its the one country that i want to visit.... I miss you much and love you!!! kisses |
| 4th December 2005 becca | don't forget Barcelona! - From: From Toulouse to Barcelona sounds like you were just passing through barcelona, but don't forget to go back, because there's more to see! when jo and i were there, we couldn't get into our hostel until noon, and had locked our passports at the locker there and couldn't get them without paying 2 euro...i don't remember the whole story, but there was some complicated reason that our only option was to start drinking sangrias at a sidewalk cafe to pass the time at an hour that was (obviously) before noon. By the time we waddled back to our hostel, and then to the gaudi museum, we were...well...waddling. love you! |
| 4th December 2005 Ang | the princess - From: From Toulouse to Barcelona Great to hear you all met up in the end. How long did it take for Nick to find out about Becks adoration for singing along with 'Prince'? Rock on. |
| 4th December 2005 anonymous | Life in Espana - From: From Toulouse to Barcelona How's the spanish? :O) My friends studied abroad in Spain and said that everything is closed at siesta time, so get all your shopping and eating done before that! (I'm sure you already know). Keep on partying! |
| 3rd December 2005 Jason | You Drunk - From: From Toulouse to Barcelona Yes I have to agree with Anthony on this one. Every story you tell is like... Went to this place beer was good. Found a beer on the street. Found a person on the street with a beer. Went to this cafe beer was cheap. Now you are associating cities with drinks. Your a damn drunk. I love it. Who said there was anything wrong with sleeping till noon with a hangover. I don't work until 3. Hi from Boston. Good times. Love ya Eli. |
| 3rd December 2005 Aussie Anth | Spanish life - From: From Toulouse to Barcelona I figured this is what would happen once in Spain. I know people who have gone and they all say the nightlife is above average, if not great. But cool for you for going to your first euro club. lol its funny this trip so far, you have consumed more alcohol than you have since you turned 21, or so it seems =P Well have fun partying and drinking and speaking spanish ( which i know you have been waiting for ), as all of us WORK! boo.. :( Don't get too used to that lifestyle! Glenny, John, Simona, Naomi and uhh...someone else i forgot say hi. in the past 2 days about 20 people no lie asked me about you. We all miss you. |
| 3rd December 2005 Tru | You're too skinny - From: From Montpellier to Toulouse Do you eat? You're afro is FAB! As I've said countless times before, I'm so jealous of you! It is great that you are making good friends while you're out there. I love the fake fountain picture! Love you Eli! |
| 2nd December 2005 AJ | so about your hair... - From: From Montpellier to Toulouse Eli, I hear more about your hair these days around here then anything else I think! Its like having you back telling me how much it needs to get cut every day, although I will say you seem to be doing a fabulous job keeping it in control, but I would pay 5 dollars to see a picture of it when you wake up in the morning!! And by the way...as far as the stench of the last hostil, you could have at least told me that was what you were preparing for over the summer by not doing your laundry for weeks at a time!! *mwah* |
| 1st December 2005 BB | Fro-in - From: From Montpellier to Toulouse Keep the fro growin! |
| 1st December 2005 Zio | Eli - From: From Lyon to Montpellier LOL that stench ehhh yuck...anywho oh before I forget 90 degrees Fahrenhite is like 36-38 degrees celcius. I thought alot about your travels while I was at the air port. So much so that if Andrea had not called me and my mother as well I think i would shuffled my way over to the next counter where there was a ticket mess up of about 25 people and gotten on that plain to Munich. I had a hell of a time getting back, poor AJ had to pick me up at 20 past one in the morning! Oh well, good to hear from you and the people in your journal before this one(the newest one) sound amazing, I love linguist or how ever you spell that. So now that I filled you in I'm gonna go shave. WoW I always knew I rammbled, but gosh this takes the cake....mmmm cake.... |
| 1st December 2005 Benny | que viva la fiesta! - From: From Montpellier to Toulouse Hope you two arrived safely with good accomodation and fiestas!!! How was the Harry Potter movie? I'll make sure to check back to this page to see how you're travels are going. Stay safe in Spain, Hasta luego, Benny |
| 1st December 2005 Aussie Anth | hello - From: From Montpellier to Toulouse no abstinence in spain? what exactly does that mean??? Tell nick he needs to buy shorter jeans...in the one picture it looks like he has on michael jordan's jeans. hehe. Its cool but yet very odd to have met someone for 3 days and then think you will, at some point, live with them. Wierd how minor temporary friendships are developed. much like at concerts, no matter who you go to the concert with the people to the left, right, infront or behind you always end up best friends by the end of the night and it sucks to leave them knowing you wont see them again, but it was cool that 2 hours ( or 3 days in your case) you were there. |
| 1st December 2005 Christophe | - From: From Montpellier to Toulouse Hi Eli! Glad to have news about your trip. Enjoy! |
| 1st December 2005 Rebecca | France - From: From Montpellier to Toulouse Hey Eli, Good to hear from you...love all your stories. I remember being in Toulouse during Bastile Day and all the hotels were full so my family and i slept in some random grape vinyard. It was quite the adventure. Good memories! Thanks for sharing all your fun moments...you're awesome! |
| 1st December 2005 Perrine | so sorry - From: From Montpellier to Toulouse Hi Eli, how are you in Spain? Are the tortilla and pan con tomate great? I read your blog and just realized where is Zaragoza... I am really sorry you didn't have enough time to take the train, I should have tell you to go earlier at the station... I feel quite guilty... (You should have tell people that your train was very soon so they let you take their place. I did that many times) Anyway, I hope it won't be too difficult to go back to Barcelona from Zaragoza... Have a good trip, keep on writing! Lots of love Perrine |
| 30th November 2005 Ang | Ships n the Night - From: From Montpellier to Toulouse Loving the fro Eli, now I know I wasn't the only one hiding something under my hat! I hope you get hold of Becks in Barcelona She will have you laughing your Socks off. I'm in denial that such a cool weekend had to end. I will jump in Bennys Elevator (which we have since decided also doubles as a time machine) and visit you guys in Spain. Fo Shizzle. - Flang |
| 30th November 2005 Yann | - From: From Montpellier to Toulouse Of course my car is so smart ! It's a Twingo don't forget it ! Sometime I realy want to drive it in United States ! Do you think the Us girls like it ? :) Anyway, I had a wonderfull moment with you and the other guest to Perrine's dinner. Have a great time in spain, and watchout for the girl dude :p |
| 30th November 2005 Gi | hiii Eli!! - From: From Lyon to Montpellier Just wanted to say hello, I hope you're having fun, its great to read about your journey through Europe. Be safe! xoxo |
| 29th November 2005 BB | Freedom Fries - From: From Lyon to Montpellier So France you are! I really hope that your travels take you south to the Italian Riveria. Just to see Monaco for a day is worth it. Look into Portafino, Bonaficio, and Nice (Elton John has a house there.) The area is amazing! And truly worth the visit, you would love it! If you make it to Nice, find the village that is mostly just little shops now that is carved into the mountain. They are like caves, but with electricity. Miss you lots! Briana |
| 29th November 2005 Bigorno | Nice Travelblog ! - From: From Lyon to Montpellier I read all you're blog and it's so intresting. You are in my bookmarks now, so I won't miss any of you're move :) Keep up the good work ! Yann Photoblog : http://bigorno33.free.fr |
| 29th November 2005 Crustation | Roughing it! - From: From Lyon to Montpellier Man sounds like fun to me!!! We could all live without the stinch, but becasue of it you always wanted to be outside as much as posible. I can see it now, the new look of "FCUK Wear" (thats for the French Connection by the way) werewolf like features, bubble jacket, and shorts. Hey if you finish reading Harry Potter and need another book I think you will enjoy The Chronicles of Narnia by C.S. Lewis. There is seven books but you can find all of the stories compiled together in one. The movie comes out Dec. 9th. Peace Out Globe trotter. |
| 29th November 2005 Aussie Anth | Smelly rooms - From: From Lyon to Montpellier France is sounding more and more appealing to me the more I read about it. ESPECIALLY the stench of those hostEls! MM!MM! I'm glad you had your fill of IKEA over there, Aj, andrew and I are planning a trip there! well..the one in Mass. Not the one in France heh. What movie were you going to see? I bought War of the Worlds...just as good the 2nd time ;) The beautifuuly lit trees look awsome..and are much better than the ones in Providence, here it looks like they just throw the light strands up there and are happy they stuck. AND! I still havnt seen one of those fountains that go off all in a pattern. I always miss out on the fun! I cant remember what they are called. hehe Travel safe! P.S. I'm still waiting for you to give my passport back ;) |
| 29th November 2005 Aussie Anth | anth - From: Thanksgiving in Lyon If you drank all that beer in that mug in the picture you would surley be the drunkest you've ever been...and wouldnt remember any of the trip you've had so far and the rest of it to come heh... have fun |
| 29th November 2005 The German | Back to "real" backpacking... - From: From Lyon to Montpellier Eli, it was so good to hear from you and to hear that you had nice people around you for Thanksgiving. Seems like the couchsurfing thing has turned out pretty well so far, which is great. I guess this experience was more like you had imagined it when we talked about your travels back in Germany: hostels, not much contact with people, etc. It seems like you still made the best of it and also seems like you cannot WAIT to meet more new people. Good luch with your next stop, hope you'll make it to Spain in time for Christmas. Its getting a bit chilly here in San Francisco now, but I may move into my new apartment this weekend- and then I will have to go to Ikea!!! Maybe you can be my consultant, now that you know their inventory by heart?! ;o)) All the VERY best for you, stay safe and keep having good time. You are definitely missed back in the US! Katrin |
| 28th November 2005 BB | Garden State.. - From: Thanksgiving in Lyon the once knick name for NJ. Anyways, the song by Fro Fro on the soundtrack is so good and if you have access to another computer to download, I encourage you to try some of their other hits. I just sing along and listen to the good music, hell if I know any of the titles. Briana |
| 25th November 2005 Crustation | I feel your last comment - From: Thanksgiving in Lyon Your last comment is exactly how I feel every holiday season... Becasue even though I might not get to go home, I am fortunate to meet nice people where ever I might be and interact in such a way the you can feel the same warmth you would if you were with your own family. I am glad to hear you enjoyed your thabnksgiving. though unfortunate, you can replace the music... You will just have to meet more people to occupy your time. |
| 25th November 2005 Dad | Everyone here toasted you and your travel - From: Thanksgiving in Lyon It was great to get your call yesterday morning. We spent time later with the rest of the family and the big meal. We all toasted to you and your trip. Everyone missed having you here. It's good to hear about your having good people to spend the time with. Like you said, good friends can also be like family while you have your time together. People get that from you too. I'm sure it's what makes the trip even better. |
| 24th November 2005 Zio | Happy Thanksgiving - From: Thanksgiving in Lyon Im sitting in my living room, watching friends with the family after having eaten way too much. I just wanted to let you know your in my thoughts as are the rest of my "extende family" I wanted to let you all know I love you and that your in my prayer. I am so thankful to have met you eli, and the rest of our gang. Come home healthy and be safe till the next time... Zio |
| 24th November 2005 Aussie Anth | anthony - From: Thanksgiving in Lyon Happy thanksgiving from Buffalo, NY, Eli. My family sends their best to you. All your songs are gone?! Oh god...we both know how long that took...I'm glad your thankful for those people. They seem very nice. |
| 24th November 2005 REBECCA | Tgiving! - From: Thanksgiving in Lyon HAPPY THANKSGIVING! What awesome thanksgiving memories you are creating on your journies. Enjoy every moment! live each moment! hmmm...starting to hum that song Let there be peace...wonder why. Anyways, I am working on Tday..bummer...but happy to be alive, working, living, playing, doing, and being. Have a good one...love ya eli! |
| 24th November 2005 azzy.rampa | Hi ! - From: Grom Geneva to Lyon I'm th former Johanna's roommate, and I just wanted to say that, even though I don't know you yet, I'll be happy to meet you… I've heard you've met Alice and that she invited you to her house. Fo it is my house too, I'm glad to say that I invite you as well… By the way, what are you doing on New Yera's Day ? You can come and party with us there, you'll see nice people and some old traditions from medieval Provence… If you want to answer me, you can email me : my adress is my nickname here plus @gmail.com Have a nice trip ;-) |
| 23rd November 2005 BB | Movies - From: Grom Geneva to Lyon Hello love- OK so I am not sure what the movie selection is over there, but I have 2 suggestions: Crash starring Sandra Bullock and House of D starring Robin Williams and David Dakovnee (not sure that spelling.) So if you can hit the Blockbuster let me know that you think? Right now I am craving some Nutella with pretzels...yum! I think I am going to have to start keeping notes on all the places you visit and people you meet. The list is growing and growing and I am starting to loose track. But that is a good thing b/c I am not sure who else would capture my attention with such an enthuastic travel blog than you. Happy Thanksgiving and I look forward to hearing your next blog. Love- Briana |
| 23rd November 2005 MIAMI | Hitchhiking - From: From Lausanne to Geneva So lets keep the hitchhiking with crazy people down to a minimum. The new HP movie is great you will like it a lot. You will like it so much that you will go see it a second time and wear a Gryffindor Quiditch shirt with a marroon and yellow scarf. It was intense. Be safe brother |
| 23rd November 2005 Miami | Gustavo - From: Grom Geneva to Lyon So I fulled you with a phony accent and the name Gustavo,,,,,,,hahahaha,,,,,,I am always watching you. |
| 23rd November 2005 Mom | ... glad you got a ride. - From: Grom Geneva to Lyon Hi Honey, I was glad to get your second Blog. Of course, you knew we were all waiting to see if you were going to have to walk all that way. I'm so glad you got a ride. We're thinking of you during this holiday week and remembering last year at this time in Las Vegas. That was a great time! I miss you very much! Love, Mom |
| 22nd November 2005 Dad | - From: Grom Geneva to Lyon It's always great to read your travel Blogs. You've got the good combination going of meeting good people along the way and seeing unique places and interesting sights. Enjoyable pictures and good writing. A great trip already. |
| 22nd November 2005 Aussie Anth | 2 blogs in 1 day? an early christmas! - From: Grom Geneva to Lyon Lyon looks awesome, a place that strikes my fancy actually. You can tell Johanna that I will crush her like a french frite in melee! bwhaha. She has no idea what she's up against. Oh fyi. I saw Harry potter the other day with Billy J and Kathy who were drinking "chinese tea" which the secret incgredient happens to be Captain Morgans.... Cabe and britt were also there, it was a very good movie, but VERY long. Almost 3 hours! Tomorrow I plan to go to Rent with Elyse seeing as im back in buffalo. I told you I wanted a souvignere from your travels...i decided i want that statue of the lady and 4 horses. :) gift wrapped please! I already hate your new good friend Gustavo. The main reason being RUFIS WAINWRIGHT!? CMON!!! *sigh*... |
| 22nd November 2005 Aussie Anth | I've seen those things before... - From: From Lausanne to Geneva giante chess boards..they're cool. but they can't beat the glass set here 8). I know that you would have bought everything at that flea market and then just returned it all anyways 20 minutes later. You are crazy for hitchhiking fyi! :) But you know me... I was just talking with AJ about how much fondue you eat over there. It's all thanks to Aj for getting you hooked you know. Give her some props in your blogs ;) Running into someone you just met out of hundreds and hundreds of people in a park? hmm sounds familiar, no? -Anth, cold in buffalo |
| 22nd November 2005 BB | On the road again... - From: From Lausanne to Geneva A renagade on the loose! W h e r e's Eli? |
| 22nd November 2005 Britt | Suspense - From: From Lausanne to Geneva I can't take the suspense.Hurry and write something soon so I won't worry. Here is my favorite french saying: Je ne sais pas ( which means "I don't know!") Anyways I know it is random, but can be very useful!!! |
| 22nd November 2005 BB | Boggle - From: From Bern to Lausanne It is too bad that there is a language barrier because I have one word for you, "BOGGLE!" Those poor people would not know what hit them if you broke out a game of Boggle and once again whooped some ass at a board game. Waves of love at ya babe- Briana |
| 22nd November 2005 becca | ooh, dramatic ending! - From: From Lausanne to Geneva Eli, where are you? because in my head, you are wandering up some dirt road in france with one of those hobo sticks over your shoulder. Your ass better post something SOON!! |
| 21st November 2005 Tizad | Sure. - From: From Bern to Lausanne What up E-Slice, didn't even know about this blog until today...the pics are great, and it looks like you're having a great time, but I wouldn't know that for sure because I haven't read more than 2 sentences you've written. Give me a friggin' break, I'm busy and you type a lot. |
| 18th November 2005 Alta | Where the Hell are you going? - From: From Bern to Lausanne Heya bud. I am heading out of Austria on the 19th. Going to Geneva...wondering if you will be around there then? I noticed you haven't been there yet. let me know. kay see ya lata. From your drunkard Alta in Linz. hahahehehe. byes. |
| 17th November 2005 crustaintion | "The Body Guard" - From: From Bern to Lausanne Just let me know who needs taking care of there.... even though you got a little static form the locals at the retuarant it sounds like an interesting place to eat... heads up, Chaz and I are planning to meet you where ever you are next summer. |
| 17th November 2005 Aussie Anth | Anth-izzle - From: From Bern to Lausanne Anja looks very familiar to me hrmm... And Daniela looks like a rocker with attitude in that picture, expecially with those glasses lol ;) I've always dreamt of a child eating orge. yes! I new they had them...since the land lady won't let me have a dog...well..you know.. That's a cool sunset, looks like you had the nice wheather that we just did...yesterday was amazing! well..kind of cloudy, then it rained..then it cleared..then it rained...but the temperature was awsome :) windows down and all. At the gothic cathedral a man screams everynight, just like the man at the armory behind our place...I found out its a homeless man fighting over a ham sandwhich with another..I threw pencils at them and they left. |
| 16th November 2005 david sweet | history behind the bear pit?? - From: From Interlaken to Bern ...'Cause if I had one, I would've thrown my little brothers into it (just kidding Andrew and Daniel!!!) |
| 15th November 2005 c-o-d-y | - From: From Interlaken to Bern forget a pillow you should of given the bear a beer. |
| 15th November 2005 Lmize | journey - From: From Lucerne to Interlaken Sound like, looks like, feels like the trip of a lifetime. Coooooool |
| 15th November 2005 Elaine & Bill | - From: From Interlaken to Bern these are the most beautiful pictures... more specifically, the ones with you in them. we miss you terribly and wish we could see you but feel blessed to be (kinda) going on this journey with you. love you! |
| 15th November 2005 Chris | E=LI squared - From: From Interlaken to Bern Are you Swedish, or are your clothes just too tight? ;) |
| 15th November 2005 Aussie Anth | you forgot... - From: From Interlaken to Bern the part of when you leave your glasses @ lenscrafters over night too for the viewing of einstien. I wish I had hair like him. =/ fo really. |
| 14th November 2005 Barnaby | Chess inaccuracies... - From: On My Own in Switzerland - Now in Technicolor First of all you did not crush me. Second of all, I beat you four times. And I never lost to anyone in a REAL game of chess. So there. On another note, that's a sweet pic of me al and jeff. On another note, I hope your travels are going well. How's your money situation? If you start to run out, you know you can play "half-chess" for money. hahaha. Hope you're not eating postcards or whatever yet. ;)... Ciao! Barnaby |
| 14th November 2005 AJ | Eli Barnes, I've missed you!! - From: From Interlaken to Bern I know, I am officially the worst friend you have at keeping in touch with you, but I have been reading your blogs and it sounds like you're doing some incredible stuff! I haven't read all your comments, just the blogs, but has anyone told you how to convert kilometers to miles yet? 5k is 3.2 miles, and 10k is 6.4, so you have less miles than kilometers...at least thats what andrew tells me!! Remember the rugby team on the ferry to newport? Maybe you'll meet them, if you do, show them my picture!! You are taking awesome pictures...I can only imagine what seeing the other 900 you have already will be like. Okay, well, just wanted to make sure you knew I was keeping up with you! We all miss you. mwah |
| 14th November 2005 David Paquette | Einstein's ghost - From: From Interlaken to Bern I heard you can also see Eintstein when you forward this comment to 25 people... you will also receive 25,000 francs, and save 50 starving kids in Africa. if you don't forward this, you will have bad luck. |
| 14th November 2005 Tiffany | - From: From Interlaken to Bern you should have given the bear a pillow! |
| 14th November 2005 Trudy-Booty | nelly - From: From Lucerne to Interlaken Nelly Furtado is the best! And I'm glad you liked "Amores Perros", isn't it messed up? |
| 13th November 2005 The Other German | Monika is right... - From: From Lucerne to Interlaken Hey, just wanted to say hi. Monika is right, as soon as I came back from Germany and walked into work, everyone was talking about you and what you wree doing, etc. EVERYONE and their Mama wanted to be added to your list, and everyone knows what you are up to. Well, I just got to San Fran, first day of work tomorrow. Will see Vitaly no later than Tuesday and then apartment hunt!!!! All the best, keep in touch! Katrin |
| 12th November 2005 david sweet | yep... thats a lot. - From: On My Own in Switzerland - Now in Technicolor Your pictures are key... thanks for all the great info from your travels, eli. It's cool to be able to chart your travels on the map. |
| 12th November 2005 david sweet | - From: From Lucerne to Interlaken the mountains look beautiful... |
| 12th November 2005 Aussie Anth | looks chilly :o - From: From Lucerne to Interlaken without the jalepenos...you know the cold kind. err.. Well yay europe still looks are gorgeous as ever. AJ said she would go travel with me after we graduate for some time :) I am seriously considering it. The swan was planning that, he just doens't like americans and wanted you to jump in the fridged waters. *shakes fist* I had a pidgeon almost fly right into my head by school, I had to duck down =/ Be careful in France! There are lots of riot happening right now... Nothing new here really, going home for turkey day and I was in the presence of a HUGE gang fight @ the mall last night, that being 1 of 3 locations it happened at, at the same time...fun... Good thing I had my machetti straped to my leg, I was fending people off! whew... Kepp in touch bud |
| 12th November 2005 pimmsgirl | Doesn't take much to get addicted - From: From Lucerne to Interlaken First you realize how much you actually enjoy something but you are in denial to the addiction until you can't have it. Then you have to admit it. I AM ADDICTED to your blogs, so be sure to keep up the great work or you will be responsible for the bad things that might happen. Seems like there is a bunch of people just like me. Everywhere we go we talk about Eli's latest adventure. Last night we were sending Katrin off to San Francisco (someone will have to keep an eye on Vitaly!) with a big bash at RiRa and it seemed like you were there yourself the way people talked about you. What a life!!! C YA |
| 12th November 2005 Jason De Vries | Still in Zurich? - From: From Lucerne to Interlaken Eli.. you still in Zurich? I have a friend there you should meet. Anatina.. very cool. Stop by Neuchatel on your way to Geneva. |
| 12th November 2005 Jason De Vries | Waked in a classroom - From: On My Own in Switzerland - Now in Technicolor Eli.... oh my god you are crazy. That is the funniest thing I have heard. |
| 12th November 2005 Jenny Becker | My Brother! - From: From Lucerne to Interlaken Eli, how sweet! I love the pics. I can only imagine how happy your parents are that they get to see whats going on out there, especially with all the money you are gonna spend! haha. Thanks for keeping up with your blog. I like knowing where you are, and it feels like you aren't too far from me! So I was going to make you another cd, but I'm not sure where to send it? Any suggestions with where you are going to be in the future? Love ya babe, Jenny B. |
| 12th November 2005 Nicole the BEst!! | swan!! - From: From Lucerne to Interlaken Aww poor swan!!.. I too have seen these suicidal swans in Luzern!!! haha.. love you.. when u go to bern..make sure you see the bears!! bye bye |
| 12th November 2005 Nicole the BEst!! | LUZERN!!! - From: On My Own in Switzerland - Now in Technicolor YEAAA!!! Now we can say that weve been to the same town in Switzerland.. isnt luzern great.. I ha such a great time there. hey that casino by the lake.. across the street from there I went to a club. it was craziness!! I miss you and so glad you got to experience what I did in June.. LOve YOu |
| 11th November 2005 Rebecca | Finally! - From: On My Own in Switzerland - Now in Technicolor WOW! I didn't realize how much I liked reading your blogs until I didn't get any and then I wonderd where the heck you were and why wasn't I getting anymore blogs from you. Finally rcvd this one and loved everything you have done, are doing, etc. Rock On! |
| 11th November 2005 Briana Butryn | Howdy! - From: On My Own in Switzerland - Now in Technicolor Your back and better than ever. I missed you and your travel stories. Glad to hear things are well with and that you are meeting some great people along the way. Good thing you were blessed with the abilty to gab! I am glad that the "leather bound journal" came in handy. Finally, I am somewhat mentioned in the soon to be world-wide published travel adventure book staring and written by the one and only Eli Barnes. Eli, if only Prof. Brosnan can see you now with not only great work but a following that he never had. Ha ha ha! Keep up the good work. Love ya man- BB |
| 11th November 2005 becca | keep 'em coming! - From: On My Own in Switzerland - Now in Technicolor yeah, i toldja zurich's expensive...it seems cheap, right when you first get there, because you get so MANY francs to the euro...but then it's like 40 francs for a piece of pizza. nightlife in madrid is INSANE. i was only there on a friday and saturday night, and it was june, so i don't know what it's normally like...all i know is that when jo and i, still very jetlagged, headed out of our hostel for a late bite at midnight, people were streaming out of their apartments, hostels, etc towards the center of town. in droves. there were more people on the streets at 2 am that 2 pm (or any point during the day, really). appetite whetter yet? you'll have fun there. on a more personal note, i'm writing a song with a line directly inspired by a conversation we had in 9th grade. i love you and miss you, ~becca |
| 11th November 2005 anth | normally you and I are lucky getting on trams n such for free... - From: On My Own in Switzerland - Now in Technicolor I wish my week went like that...nope..just prepping for finals. boo... Good to hear you have poeple to stay with and that they cook stir fry :) Cook some chicken enchiladas...sheesh... I bet you are very excited for Madrid/Spain as a whole. The night life will be good for you..just like the good old days..well the first two years of college, i'll say that. Don't drink too much sangria.... I have to go give cabe a jump start and its not even 6 am...bah @ him for leaving his lights on all night! Travel safe. |
| 11th November 2005 david sweet | great trip!! - From: On My Own in Switzerland - Now in Technicolor Eli, glad to hear you told the b**** off... new you had it in you. Ps.. I want a hamburger... B****! |
| 11th November 2005 Michelle Beaver | Hey Handsome! - From: The Beginning in Bodnegg, Germany Well, well thank god for Jillian or I wouldn't be able to keep track of you. Look at you my little World traveler. Good for you, looks like you are having a blast! I am so jealous! Live it up! You'll have to keep me updated from now on (email: michelle.beaver@marriott.com) I'll just have to live vicariously through you. Haha Be safe and have fun! Much Love, Michelle |
| 11th November 2005 Trudy-Booty | Elias! - From: On My Own in Switzerland - Now in Technicolor Eli! I missed you're daily blogs....... They are what completes my morning ritual of internet "doings". I'm glad to hear things are still great! It seams like you're moving at such a fast pace! I guess you have to if you plan to see all of Europe... Besos y un abrazo bien fuerte, corazon! Cuidate! |
| 11th November 2005 Luisa Gonzalez | Que Interesante!! - From: On My Own in Switzerland - Now in Technicolor Wow no sabes como me encanta leer todo lo que escribes, siento como que estoy alla contigo. Me allegro que estes bien. Te extrano mucho..... Luisa |
| 10th November 2005 Zio | DAMN SKIPPY!!!! - From: On My Own in Switzerland - Now in Technicolor And here I tought you had drowned in Lake consanse or was upduckted by thek gnomes that live in the swiss holes in the mountians. Its good to hear from you! the museum you went to wasnt in Gutach? was it? Cause if it was i would be so happy!!!! it sounds right tho.. if its not just let me believe it was. Anywho. The wrist brace is off, and typing hurts. Your pressents is missed here my friend, you've left a void not soon to be filed. But dont worry I have put an add out on Cregs list for a replacement...;) |
| 10th November 2005 Jillian Nichols (Boutros) | So happy for you ! - From: The Beginning in Bodnegg, Germany To the other Eli in my life. You pictures are beautiful. I am totally jealous. It looks and sounds like you are having a blast and I am so happy for you! Be safe. Love ya always, Jillian |
| 10th November 2005 Jim | Paris - From: Introducing: Links the Cat Hey Eli, finally I have got the link from Kathy. Thanks for letting me know about this travel blog. (j/k) Great stories and awesome pictures. I love it! Like I say before, I will be in Paris on the 16th, for three days and go to Spain for a week and back to Paris for 3 more days. I would love to see you in Europe. Hopefully by the time you get this you will be in France some where. please keep in touch. Jim W. |
| 7th November 2005 Miami | Computer Sizes - From: Out and About Around Bodnegg E to the L-I, it is so awesome to read what you are doing, I seriously look forward to reading blogs. I think your conversions may be off, you might want to check those. We took a trip up to Boston the other night and it is a good thing Heidi did not bring her computer, there would have been no room in my truck. Also I don't know if you heard but they are enforcing height requirements in bars. Thank you for posting some pictures of you and the people you are with. It is nice to put faces with the stories. I thought you were staying in a castle. Keep them coming |
| 6th November 2005 Crustations | Meanwhile........ - From: Introducing: Links the Cat The dog covertly observes Eli's Blog entry... "I am going to get that Katzenfreund (translates to cat lover)" |
| 6th November 2005 Tiffany | Love The Pics - From: Out and About Around Bodnegg Anthony gave me your blog site today I need something to keep me busy while I am not working You look great the pics are amazing! I wish I would have answere when you and Katrin called but the number was all 9's! talk to you soon! |
| 5th November 2005 darren | mcdonald's - From: Out and About Around Bodnegg your entries are very entertaining.i been there.done that.just wonder why in the the world you would eat at the grosse m? |
| 5th November 2005 david sweet | yeah, like... - From: Introducing: Links the Cat maybe he called you recht (german for right) |
| 5th November 2005 david sweet | - From: Riiiiicolaaaaa! right on, man... right on... |
| 5th November 2005 david sweet | Castle crazy! - From: Out and About Around Bodnegg Brother... you've seen more castles in the last few days than I've dreamed about in the last 3 years... fantastic. So you have dreams about being a night.. right?? (or is that just me.. hehehe) |
| 4th November 2005 anthony | opps @ my last comment - From: Introducing: Links the Cat i like chicken, i like liver, meow mix meow mix, please deliver. nice cat ;) |
| 4th November 2005 Anth-lizzle | Moutainous beauty - From: Riiiiicolaaaaa! i'm uber jealous. I can only dream to do what your doing right now. All those mountains remainds me of lord of the rings. And the little castle on the grassy hill in your last blog reminds me of Rohan from the two towers. If you don't like their dog, ship it here. I'll gladly take it. |
| 4th November 2005 petestad | WOW is the adjective i choose to describe this - From: Out and About Around Bodnegg Eli, that was unbelievable. You took everyones perception of your surroundings into account when you wrote this, seriously that was very good, i felt like i was right there with you. Good luck in your journey, keep it up with the journals, this stuff has become my weekly medicine, haha |
| 4th November 2005 Luisa Gonzalez | Your Dominican Mami misses you!!!!! - From: Riiiiicolaaaaa! Eli, my vida no sabes cuanto te extrano, Estoy muy contenta que te esta hiendo muy bien. Me encantan tus fotos son hermosas! Pienso en ti todos los dias, y leo tu diario todos los dias. Munca te olbides de mi y no te preocupes estoy cuidando a Anthony para que se meta en problemas hehe. Bueno te dejo y espero que todo siga muy bien, tu dominicana favorita, Luisa Gonzalez..... |
| 4th November 2005 Dad | - From: Riiiiicolaaaaa! Even though we aren't there to get the same exhilaration you experience as you climb the mountains, your writing makes it the next best thing. The combination of your stories and pictures makes your Blog entries real enjoyable reading. Clicking through the mountain shots helped get a strong sense of the whole range. The climbing, views,(and great sandwiches) all make a great experience for you. The sort of thing that stays with you a long time. Good climb. Good story. |
| 3rd November 2005 Nicole the BEst!! | i felt the same - From: Riiiiicolaaaaa! When I as atop of the Rigi mountain.. I felt the same. I took so many pics. I could not capture the beauty that I saw when on top of the world looking down onto Switzerland..It was wonderful, the sites i saw on that mountain are forever engained in my brain.,, i love you and miss ya much |
| 3rd November 2005 The Russian | Hey Buddy - From: Out and About Around Bodnegg ELI !!!!!!! I love all your pictures and stories. I'm bout to quit my job and meet you in Germany so we can hang out... but I know this traveling thing was an "alone" type of dead for you, so i'll stay here and travel with you through your blogs :) So since you are with Steffie now, are you gonna go back to Katrin's place ? In any case, you have my e-mail address, do you think you can e-mail me her info where I can reach her? I wrote down her e-mail, but lost it. I feel horrible. But on the other side I'm making some travels my self through out San Fran only so far. But as soon as time will allow me, i'll explore greater California. So when you come back to the U.S. I can take you around here, because you are coming to visit, and I will NOT take a No for an answer :) All right buddy, enjoy your trip, talk to you soon. |
| 3rd November 2005 Aussie Anth | hohenzellor - From: Out and About Around Bodnegg reminds me of the castle at the end of Death Becomes Her. heh =/ Yay for castles n such, im betting they all have rooms of the damned like we do in our basement =/ i've been thretened to be locked in there if i dont go see Saw 1 and 2 :( Her family seems real nice, i'm glad you are with people that you are comfortable with. But then again...who arnt you comfortable with. Best of luck. |
| 3rd November 2005 BB | I love dogs! - From: Out and About Around Bodnegg Eli- Love the fro man...keep it going! It will be a beautiful mow-hawk one day. Thanks for your daily journal. This surpasses the one I got you by far. By the way I am starting to think that you have "love" for animals, first the poor innocent goose and now a defenseless pooch. Good thing Anthony and I never got the dog. Love ya- BB |
| 3rd November 2005 Zio | Well Well well - From: Out and About Around Bodnegg What an exciting start to the trip! You wouldnt happen to know what Raps are in English would you? Maybe canola? I always wondered. Fasching (Carnival)starts on the 11th of this month, dont forget, Ill be making Krebbel (Donuts) and potato soup here. Just wondering...are you enjoying all the fast food? God I hope so...take care of your self, oh and if you havent heard, I always wait to read your blogs at about 5:30 in the morning with my Fruestueck (Brakefast) so I wanted to thank you for a most enjoyable half hour meal almost every morning its a pleasure to have your company at my table. |
| 3rd November 2005 Giftzwerg aka Kathy | Katrin's Chinese Friend - From: Out and About Around Bodnegg STEFFI, CONGRATULATIONS ON YOUR JOB OFFER, I am sure she mentioned the nickname!!.. ohh...hey Eli. |
| 3rd November 2005 Chow | - From: The Hills Are Alive... Eli, your photography work is truly amazing, there are beautiful. I still cannot BELIEVE that you rate yourself a 4 on being humorous. You're the best and I have to agree with your mom about the hair style! *wink wink* |
| 3rd November 2005 Rebecca | Love the castles...can I have one? - From: Out and About Around Bodnegg Hey Eli, It is funny how much we've grown and matured since meeting each other in Guatemala. You are so insightful and knowledgeable! I love it!It seems that you have been able to detatch yourself and see the whole picture from others perspectives as well as your own. I believ that as our consciousness rises, our perspective becomes more and more impersonal. You are increasingly able to view our lives and the rest of the world with detachment. This does not mean we are cold and uncaring. Rather, we are self-contained. We have well-defined boundaries and we are able to think and act objectively, clearly and responsibly. When we have learned detachment, we do not get hooked into the thoughts and feelings of others. We are not easily upset or manipulated. We may feel compassion for others but this does not cloud our ability to choose how we think, feel and behave. We also do not need others to behave in any particular way. Until we take how we see ourselves (and how we see others) into account, we will be unable to understand how others see and feel about themselves and their world. Unaware, we will project our intentions on their behavior and call ourselves objective. You clearly understand the concept of detachment as in the case with the hitchhiker...Eli you have a great understanding of your values as well as those around you. Awesome! |
| 2nd November 2005 The Other German | You should... - From: Out and About Around Bodnegg ...really consider being a writer!!! REALLY, Monika and I walked about it yesterday, and we really think you should be travelling forever (well, once in a while on trips with breaks at home in the US for friends and family) and write about it just like the book we gave you, "By the Bottom of My Pants". I think that would be great! Absolutely LOVED your pictures again, you should also be a photographer! Mama and Papa Haegele say HI and enjoy reading your diaries immensely. All the best, cant wait to read the next one. katrin |
| 2nd November 2005 Chow | so happy!! - From: Finishing Up in Frankfurt did the pig leg taste like the chicken feet i had you taste...i bet it doesn't compare!!! i am so happy and excited that you are having so much fun and enjoying yourself. i am extremely jealous and i also feel that i am living this whole travel thing through you. take good care of yourself and becareful, don't shout out things if you don't know them you might get beat up. i love ya! |
| 2nd November 2005 pastrygirl | wooden stiltes what??? - From: ...With the Sound of Music You are having a crazy crazy time!!>i miss you much and look forward to reading ur blogs all the time!! love you |
| 2nd November 2005 Eddie Izzard | Castles... - From: ...With the Sound of Music We just LOOONG for a bungalo. |
| 2nd November 2005 The Society of Doorbell Mishaps | Why not? - From: ...With the Sound of Music Yeah, I'll give her a job. Not that she wants to work where I do, but hey. You got a yes to your question. So quit your complaining! :) On a side note, as I'm informed, doorbells and lightswitches look remarkably different. I checked them on the house here, and after hours of study, research and testing I'm going to need a better explanation on how you mistook the two. We here at the Society (SODM for short) are very interested in your comments, and would be interested in having you as a guest speaker at our next international meeting being held, strangely enough, at your brother's house. :) On a serious note, Mel and I absolutely love reading these. You've got an eye for beauty and a natural ability for capturing it to share with others. Love ya CC and I'll comment on your next post (it's the only way I think you'll listen to me these days). -Jake P.S. Oh yeah. We'll need your RSVP for the guest speakers position no later than Dec 31, 2007. :) |
| 2nd November 2005 Dad | - From: ...With the Sound of Music It was interesting about the 5,000 year old village and the early stone drilling methods they figured out. Thanks for the picture. Not many places to see that type of site in the US. Good story abut the 2am doorbell ring. We're all enjoying the stories and writing. In fact, we got a note from Chick-Fil-A wanting copies of the cow picture for their calendar. Seems you've made the Bodnegg cows world famous. Great to read your trip. |
| 2nd November 2005 Aussie Anth | wooden stilts or SPOKES OF DEATH! - From: ...With the Sound of Music :( I hate those things...anyways. I'm glad you got to hang out with all those mid-teenagers, its like those days back at chuck-E-cheese. Is it just me or is anyone else confused as to why there is a doorbell inside the house....Zio had to explain to me why... oye... Right now Andrew is making his 'famous French Onion soup'. I hear good things about it. We are having some people over and just hanging out. Lady Sage (the car) is sick and is going in for fixing tonight. Wish her luck. Hope all is well, take care. |
| 1st November 2005 Fat Ass | - From: The Beginning in Bodnegg, Germany I cannot agree more with the rest that you pics are fantastic! I look forward to reading about your journey daily and you WILL keep this going for the whole trip! You do not have a choice in the matter. I think I speak for all when I say that. Love ya babe, glad to hear things are well. Keep up the good work. |
| 1st November 2005 david sweet | naughty 16 & 17 yr olds - From: ...With the Sound of Music ... If I caught a spanking every time I had a beer when I was 16/17 and stayed up past my bedtime... well lets just say kids are fixing for a spank-bottom in the upstate Ny area. |
| 1st November 2005 Mom | History buffer... - From: ...With the Sound of Music Hi Honey, You are experiencing such wonderful places from history. I am, and I know many of your friends, are envious of your adventure. I just appreciate so much you sharing this with all of us. The pictures make me feel that I'm there with you. I hope you have a bunch of memory cards for that new camera. We don't want you to run out of these great pictures. BTW, I noticed that on TravelBlog all the pictures and text are automatically copyrighted to you, the author. You are a wonderful writer and photographer. You could use this journal as the beginning of your first book. I love and miss you. Mom, the history buff. |
| 1st November 2005 Brittany | Story Teller Eli - From: ...With the Sound of Music Eli I am so jealous of you!! Also I can not tell you how excited I am for you. The pictures you are taking are absolutely gorgeous. When I read your blogs I feel as if I am there. You have a real talent with words and photography. Seriously I feel like I am on a vacation when I read them. I can feel, taste, see, and smell everything you are describing. I actually look foward to your blogs. Plus it is how I know your are ok and enjoying your time traveling!Well stay safe and I can't wait to hear about your next adventure!!!!! |
| 1st November 2005 zio | an idea - From: ...With the Sound of Music your so close to gutach you should go and see it before it closes. vogtsbauernhof is what its called u can see a poreview on the web. u might like it |
| 31st October 2005 david sweet | Hey... - From: The Hills Are Alive... Easy on the American jokes, eh?... we get enough of them from foreign nationalists and what not. lol. That was a hell of a bike ride, glad to hear you're learning about germany's most important (if not number one) export... the beer! So no shaving for a week, huh... I'm gonna have to go back and review the pics, maybe you still had some pig leg stuck in that stubble somewhere. asta la pasta... write you soon. |
| 31st October 2005 The Other German | U got my ID!!!! - From: The Hills Are Alive... Hallöchen, u are sooo funny! My Mom and I read your travel blogs and we were rolling. By the way, Mr. SUperhero, your conversion from kilometers to miles was slightly off....even though it may have seemed like it to you, you did NOT bike 160 miles while solving the eternal question of what is love. ,o))) JWUkid, of COURSE u got a drunken phone call and a message- YOU decided not to pick up the phone! Some phobia of foreign numbers I heard... :o))) Eli, I think you still have my RI ID in your pocket from the club last week. Can you give it to Steffi to bring back tomorrow please??!!! Thanks. Will talk to you guys later. |
| 31st October 2005 Ron...NY | Dude - From: The Beginning in Bodnegg, Germany Eli, holy cow! I'm enjoying your being away...uh, I mean I like that you are in Europe...um. OK, I am (this is sincere now)really happy to be able to be part of this journey with you. It's 4:30 am here and I'm in my office laughing at your commentary...keep up the, well being Eli! Keep including photos of you as it makes the stories all the more alive when we can see you there... |
| 31st October 2005 Aussie Anth | how come... - From: The Hills Are Alive... i didn't get a drunkin phone call from you and katrin the other night like tiffany did! >.< |
| 31st October 2005 Aussie Anth | hops? - From: The Hills Are Alive... what the heck do those taste like...i know hops are in beer...is that the joke =/ *sigh*. Why can't american tv just have naked women on it...im sure you loved that channel...*shakes finger* have fun at the holloween party. |
| 31st October 2005 anth | geese are mean - From: The Beginning in Bodnegg, Germany Got to be careful of those geese...one time a goose beat me up and took my lunch money :( SOunds like your having fun, the starry night that you described sounds identical to a night that has passed on an unfinished bridge. mmhmm |
| 31st October 2005 pimmsgirl | Just turned off football to read your blog - From: The Hills Are Alive... Geez, I hope you realize what a compliment that is! The Patriots are on and I went upstairs to read your blog. It's so much fun. You have a great writing style and your pictures are awesome. You really got an eye for it. Makes me jealous and want to go out and take pictures again. How about that gallery? Coming soooon??? |
| 31st October 2005 David - former Roomie | Your Blog is better than a Dan Brown novel... - From: The Hills Are Alive... Eli!!! Good tidings! I'm so glad you've been enjoying your trip. From reding other comments, I see that you're well liked globally. I've also been showing Becky the blog entries. You should consider adding her to the list : beckyc33@aol.com I bet you've got more subscribers than Newsweek now!!! Anyway, keep the postings up when able, I read you more than my subscription to Maxim magazine!! :) |
| 31st October 2005 Nicole the BEst!! | - From: The Hills Are Alive... I LOVE YOU!!!!! and MISS YOU!! if you go to luzern please go the the pink bakery thats on the corner by the banks in the main part of shopping part of luzern.. they have the best ice cream there.. |
| 31st October 2005 Dad | Showcase Quality Photos - From: The Hills Are Alive... With the quality of your pictures, you may have people starting a collection of your shots. They add a lot to your stories to be able to see what you're writing about. I was also impressed with how you got the cow to act so natural during the shot. You've got us along for the trip. We'll look forward to your Blog entries whenever they come in. |
| 31st October 2005 Mom | What a bike ride! - From: The Hills Are Alive... Hi Sweetheart - I hope Steffie is okay. I was clinching my teeth when I read that part of your blog. Please give her and her parents my thanks for taking you into their home. You don't know how good that makes me feel that you have met such wonderful people on your journey. BTW, I like the longer hair. I think it looks great on you. I love you, Mom. |
| 31st October 2005 Mom | What an adventure... - From: The Beginning in Bodnegg, Germany Hi Honey - Can I enter your pictures into a contest? They are unbelievable! We all appreciate you taking us on your adventure with you. Be sure to get some exercise to go along with all that eating. The food over there is soooooo good. Stay safe... Love, Mom |
| 31st October 2005 REBECCA | I wanna travel now... - From: The Hills Are Alive... Eli, I am so in awe by your blogs and pics you are sending out..it is all so amazing and beautiful...I wish I were there too! One of these days I may just pack up and travel, not for a year like you are doing, but maybe like a month??? You are sooo super fortunate to be experiencing LIFE...I love it! |
| 30th October 2005 MIA | E to the LI - From: The Beginning in Bodnegg, Germany Elizzle this is amazing, incredible. I feel like I am watching a TV show that leaves me with a cliff-hanger every 10 minutes. You are not allowed to stop posting. It is mandatory that you continue. Be safe and keep it real brother. Mike |
| 30th October 2005 david sweet | awe - From: The Beginning in Bodnegg, Germany Eli, those are some of the most beautiful pictures I've seen ('specially the action from the lady in gold)... Seriously though, I'm jealous as hell. Glad to here your luck has continued with places to stay, fine people, etc. Dave |
| 30th October 2005 Dad | Great Story - Excellent Photos - From: The Beginning in Bodnegg, Germany Only 1 week in Europe and you're having great experiences. We're enjoying your writing and your pictures. You've got a good eye for the photo shots. By the way, the Neuschwanstein castle was the one that Walt Disney used as a model for the main entrance castle in Disneyland. Good story of Steffie and parents and Badnegg (the morning picture of the town was striking). Enjoyable to hear about the good people on your trip. |
| 30th October 2005 Jake | P.S. - From: The Beginning in Bodnegg, Germany As mean as it sounds, you're following in a long Barnes line of grumpy waker-uppers. Kudos to you. ;) |
| 30th October 2005 Bob Barker of The Price is Right | - From: The Beginning in Bodnegg, Germany So you call mom and dad, and leave your siblings out of the loop. For that, I feel the need to tell you to get a haircut... hippie! That said, I'm really glad that you're having a great time. And your photography skillz are on par with if not surpassing that of Father's. Love ya kiddo. Jake |
| 30th October 2005 M.Pye-Barnes | AHHH! - From: The Beginning in Bodnegg, Germany Ludwigs castle is fabulous! I'm so glad that you're having a grand time in Germany. And the pictures you're sharing are so nice. *esp fond of the mountain reflection one myself* Keep up the updates! Sister in law. |
| 30th October 2005 Zio | Ach herr jemienaeh - From: The Beginning in Bodnegg, Germany wow Eli! I love the pictures! thank you for letting me be part of your expirience. I do hope you get to see my corner of germany (thats right, its mein all mein)before u come home. Unless u fall in love with germany and never leave again. I can picture that. an a side note my cast and stiches are coming out on Thursday!!!! ask steffie to translate this... i think we speek a similar dialect. Bas uff dich uff grosser! and in high german ( Pass auf dich auf Grosser!) |
| 30th October 2005 The Other German | Good thing you guys are safe!!! - From: The Beginning in Bodnegg, Germany Hey you 2! Mom and I already wondered if you got there safely, which I guess you did. I just got back form Maike`s B-Day party tonight and it is already 4am...Good times.... This is something quite different down in southern Germany from what we did up here, right? You over the culture shock yet??? We decided to keep your bed intact up here in case you will be back with Steffi on Tuesday when she is headed back to Frankfurt for a day. You know you are always welcome back here, next Tuesday included. The pics came back from the club on Thursday night and they are cool! We miss wou a lot, no more American to show around, but we still talk about you and I have to say that you truly impressed my parents. They LOVED having you with us and you can be sure that you are ALWAYS a VERY welcome guest in our house. Hope you enjoy the bikeride tomorrow. Cant wait for the next journal. Can you please add my parents at akwsh@aol.com to your journals? They would love to hear from you.... Talk to you soon....Happy Halloween (show 'em how its done!!!!!). :o))) |
| 29th October 2005 Aunt Wilma | Thanks for sharing your adventures - From: Frankfurt Still in the process of moving so finding a time out to catch up with you had been delayed. Thanks for this great way of sharing your fun and learning and wonderful old and new friends. I know you will have many wonderful experiences that will become this great story you are living. Love to you and your friends. |
| 29th October 2005 pimmsgirl | German spell check? - From: Finishing Up in Frankfurt Good thing that your computer doesn't have spell check in German, would just be half as much fun reading it. Make sure before you leave Germany you try another few German delikatessen, i.e. Hackepeter (steak tatar), stuffed Pig's stomach, liver and all the other Innereien, Eisbein, Kassler mit Sauerkraut, Bratwurst, Hefeknoedel, etc. Geeez I am getting hungry just thinking about it. |
| 28th October 2005 Chris | You are a... - From: Finishing Up in Frankfurt Clown. I'm glad to hear you're having fun. Some of the things you're ingesting are scaring me, but I guess when in Munich... |
| 28th October 2005 David Sweet | The goods... - From: Finishing Up in Frankfurt Ahhh food... does a body good. You look pretty happy. Glad to see it. (Jealous of the size of your mugs!) |
| 28th October 2005 Katrin | Thanks for a great time!! - From: Finishing Up in Frankfurt Hey "Eloy", hope you made it safely to the south of Germany. Did you get to see the old village on the way there? My family and friends loved you and we all really enjoyed having you with us- even if it meant having to drag myself to the Goethehaus, etc. Hope you found what you lost there- you did not leave it here... ;o)) Anyways, I had a great time and hope you did as well. All the best, we`ll be in touch, now that I finally understand the whole Travel-BLOG- "thingy".... |
| 28th October 2005 The Russian | German breweries... ummm :) - From: Finishing Up in Frankfurt Hey buddy, travel the world and try to visit EVERY BREWERY you encounter. That would be awesome. When I'm looking at your picture, I wish I was there with you to have the other leg of that pig. Keep writing, and so will I, talk to you later buddy! |
| 28th October 2005 pimmsgirl | that's all you need to know - From: Finishing Up in Frankfurt That's what Germans do best, eating and drinking. As long as you know how to order a beer in German, or better how to order two beers, you'll be okay. Sorry I missed your call last night but they voicemail was one of a kind. No doubt you guys have plenty of fun. |
| 28th October 2005 Britt | Pig suits you !!! - From: Finishing Up in Frankfurt Hey babe ya look great!Especially with that leg of pig mmm mmm!!!It goes well with that rotten egg water right? Ya keeping me proud!! Hope you have many more interesting culinary adventures to come!!! |
| 28th October 2005 Aussie Anth | Good to see your enjoying the German Tradition... - From: Finishing Up in Frankfurt drinking and eating. hehe...Yea egg tasting water doesnt sound too appetizing to me. I think it's probably the equivalent of drinking out of Narragansette bay....Sorry for missing your calls... |
| 28th October 2005 Jenny Becker | Hair and Legs of Pig - From: Finishing Up in Frankfurt Eli, I'm liking the long hair. You're looking HOT! Love you babe! |
| 28th October 2005 Heidi | Iceland wasn't ice?!?!?!?! - From: The Deep Breath Before the Plunge Hi Eli!!! I miss you so much! It sounds like you are having an amzaing time. If you are wondering, I am not on my computer doing this because if I was you would be back from your trip and I'd still be writing...:) Miss You Heidi |
| 28th October 2005 Dad | - From: Finishing Up in Frankfurt We're getting phone calls from the pig's family!They're a little upset. I told them you were just enjoying yourself. They didn't see it that way. We're enjoying both the stories and the pictures. It's good to see you show up in the shots every now and then. You've also got a great group of friends following your trip on the Blog. Have a good trip to southern Germany and on to Zurich. Mark, Sue and Polly in Spain will also be following your trip. They're looking forward to hearing from you. Your email will have their contact information. Have a great time. |
| 28th October 2005 cody | umm i have a slanted floor - From: Finishing Up in Frankfurt i dont know if this will come out straight seeing that i am typing on my slanted floor, but your first blog was hilarious an d im sure there will be more to come and try not to lsoe your penis. |
| 28th October 2005 Mom | Great to hear from you - From: Finishing Up in Frankfurt Hi Honey, Thanks so much for calling tonight. Dad and I really appreciated it and felt much better after talking you. These travel updates are great. You look great eating the poor pig. Send pictures of your friends too when you can. Give them my love. I am so glad it has worked with Katrin and her family and also Stephie. Be safe! P.S. I bet that curry is not as good as mine. Love, Mom |
| 28th October 2005 The Bexter aka Rebecca | LOVE YOUR BLOGS - From: Finishing Up in Frankfurt I seriously love reading about your trip...you make all of what you're doing come to life with your descriptive words and pics. It's all super awesome! Thank you so much for sharing...love it! |
| 28th October 2005 Jake | Is your hair growing? - From: Finishing Up in Frankfurt Maybe you can talk her into cow tipping. Not for good service, but in a very mean way. ;) |
| 27th October 2005 Jenny Becker | My Beautiful Eli - From: Mainz and Rüdesheim am Rhein Only you can make me laugh from millions of miles away! I'm glad you are drinking some good wine and enjoying the Asian tourists. Ha! I am helping plan a non-elictricity/running water wedding this weekend. Should be interesting. Sunday night, I'm going to see "Brooks and Dunn" in concert (MAJOR COUNTRY). Yeah I'm going back to my country roots. Let me know when you want me to make another cd for you and I can send it abroad. Love you babe! I miss your amazing hugs and the best hot cocoa from iHop! |
| 27th October 2005 Britt | - From: Mainz and Rüdesheim am Rhein I can not tell you how excited I am for you!!! I love living vicariously through you!!!Glad to know your are safe and having the time of your life. Can't wait to hear of your next adventure. Oh and drink lots of wine. mmm mmm. Well in moderation!!!Be safe muah!!! ( kissy sounds) |
| 27th October 2005 The Russian | You're my hero :) - From: Mainz and Rüdesheim Pictures Hey buddy, I'm so excited to read your blogs. Sorry it took me a little while to catch up to that, but you know my recent work story. In any case, I love reading about your experiences, and even more so looking at the pictures that your post. It gives me a chance to see parts of Europe through your eyes. I'm very pleased to hear that you got to Germany safe and sound. Tell Steffi I said hello, I hope she remembers me from our Kareoke nights at Fire & Ice. Also tell Katrin to enjoy her time at home, and get ready for an exciting move to San Francisco. I can't wait till she gets here. Talia sais HELLO and she is very envious of you, you know how much of a travel lover she is. She was wondering if you can add her to your lest so she could receive your blogs as well? If so her e-mail is THeby453@gmail.com Ok buddy, best of luck in your travels, be safe, till next time... Your Laziest roommate :) |
| 27th October 2005 zio | AH THE OLD COUNTRY - From: Mainz and Rüdesheim am Rhein the skillet dinner is called schachlik, im so happy for u! |
| 27th October 2005 Trudy-Booty | :) - From: Mainz and Rüdesheim Pictures i love the travel blog! (i know i've said it already). I feel like i am there with you (i wish!). luvs and lucks! tru-dita, la mexicanita |
| 26th October 2005 kchow | ASIANS!!! - From: Mainz and Rüdesheim am Rhein they are everywhere!! goodness!! heehee, did they wear fanny packs and baseball caps? |
| 26th October 2005 Jenny Becker | Hurricanes - From: Day One Eli, I miss you more than you know and I'm praying for ya! We are handling this hurricane pretty well, I finally got electricity today but much of the city is without power. So its very difficult to get around. But sweetie, I love you and miss you!!!!! |
| 26th October 2005 Aussie Anth | asians - From: Mainz and Rüdesheim am Rhein asians asians everywhere. Bristol bike path...risd and now germany? =/ I think they are slowly taking over the earth. Good to hear you have people to stay with in Zurich, i figured you would stay with Katrins friend. As long as they speak english. it's all good. And the statue you discribe i can almost picture the face of AJ on it....no? |
| 26th October 2005 Dad | Lucky luck has always been good for you. - From: Mainz and Rüdesheim am Rhein Sounds like the couchsurfing is about to become a value for you. It's good to see you're already enjoying some interesting experiences and you've only been in Europe 3 days. A lot ahead for you. You're probably checking out Zurich information on the Internet also. A major city, lots of financial and banking companies. Great for you to get the ride to South Germany and then to Zurich. You could then travel west across it and get into France...or not (the freedom to roam is a good feeling). I hope it's not an intrusion if I mention some things about the countries occasionally. I always know that you'll travel wherever you choose. My comments are to just add a little information along with what you're also hearing from others or reading on the Internet. Going west across Switzerland can move you to Lucerne, which is nice and eventually to Lausanne, which I remember as being a beautiful town on a lake. Bern is a big city (capital). The western route from Zurich keeps you north of the Swiss Alps. They are probably getting cold now. They'll still be there for you to cross in warmer weather. I got a ride from mid-Switzerland over the Swiss alps into Italy when I crossed them. Beautiful to see. Only took about 4 hours to drive through them. But if you were wanting to get into Northern Europe before it got real cold, you still have time for it. Paris has got a lot of major greatness to see that would easily take a week or so to enjoy. The French countryside and a couple of wine regions would be along that route. Always good to read your blog. I know you'll get into time periods of days or more between updates but for now, it's enjoyable to read what's going on with you. Dad (proud father of Eli the World Traveler) |
| 26th October 2005 David | First 1 to post today. - From: Mainz and Rüdesheim am Rhein Well Eli, I was the first to comment on your travelblog today. Did the cheese guy smell funny? Glad to hear everything is still going well and that you're alive. Asian tourists are fun to watch in any country. mention them as much as possible! |
| 26th October 2005 Rebecca | Awesome... - From: Frankfurt Thanks for keeping me posted of your travels. Sounds like your having a super time so far, love the details and pics. Have fun! Looking forward to the next blog! |
| 26th October 2005 zio | u make me want some - From: Frankfurt mouthbaggs!aka mauldasche. enjoy ur self god knows u earned it! are the city people as cold as i made them out to be? cant wait to read where ur going next. Gott beschutze dich! |
| 26th October 2005 zio | ei ei ei und noch en ei gibt pannehkucheh - From: Day One anth u dork! it's guten tag!lol eli i hope ur well. Sei so gut und bleib gesund und munter, pass auf dich auf. say hi to my home for me. you'll be happy to hear that things are well here. miss you, and dont foret about calling vanessa! |
| 26th October 2005 Brother | I feel obligated to post this - From: Day One Since both the 'rents posted, I might as well too. Glad you got there safe, sorry you're tired, glad you have a place to stay. Tips: Try not to use catch phrases/bad German. We all see how far that got JFK (we all remember he was shot and that he was a jelly donut). Um, it's not Mexico, so feel free to drink the water. Love ya kiddo, have fun for me. -J |
| 25th October 2005 Trudy-Booty | "mouth-bags"? - From: Frankfurt what a great way to describe your first meal! and the "chopper" in the bathroom pipping? it sounds like you're off to a great start! I wish you the best Eli. I love the travel blog. Kisses! -Tru |
| 25th October 2005 pimmsgirl | Good old Germany - From: Frankfurt Hey there, just another soul thinking of you in Germany. Say hi to Katrin and Steffie, they are great people. I don't think there is one person who wouldn't be jealous of the courage you have to just pick up and go. I certainly am! It'll be fun to read about your trip and see how a foreigner is viewing our homeland. You are in for a lot of fun, go get'm tiger! |
| 25th October 2005 Aussie Anth | yay germans - From: Frankfurt Good to hear you are in the hands of good people and heavy drinkers. hehe Boy-oh-boy do I wish we had a chopper installed here at home. And yea, I sent you an email on hotmail. But I guess you'll get it when you get it. Very odd that it won't let you access it. All of rhode island misses you. ps. swimming pool...sans chlorine...is it safe to drink that? |
| 25th October 2005 becca | hotmail? - From: Frankfurt i seem to remember certain webmails not working everywhere, hopefully that's not true. have fun in zurich, but beware - it's EXPENSIVE!! like, whoa. i'm so happy about your travel journal, and your travels for that matter. have fun! be safe! |
| 25th October 2005 Dad | Beer and a Burger - They finally figured out the right formula. - From: Frankfurt Glad to hear you got some rest Son. Sounds like you're already having a good time. And the ride south and then to Zurich is a great way to get the travel part of the trip started. That worked out well to make the connection with Katrin's friend for the ride and companionship for several days. Just FYI, the 8 Euros is about $9.70 in US dollars. As a formula, you can figure the US dollar amount is going to be about 20-25% more than the Euro amount. By the way, do my comments show up for others to read? You can answer in the Blog in a general statement about others enjoying reading the various comments or they can only be accessed by you. We enjoyed seeing you in the picture. This Travel Blog is great for that too. We're glad you've had this good start to your trip. It's yours to enjoy. There will be a lot of opportunities to experience a lot of new things. Enjoy the freedom, stay tight on your expenses (it's got to last for a while), and go after the adventure. Dad |
| 25th October 2005 Mom | Great traveling with you... - From: Frankfurt Hi Sweetheart, It was so great to hear from you and know that you did get some rest. The first time I went to Europe, Zurich was my first stop and I thought that I would "roll" all the way home from the excellent food over there. I think the main different is the food is fresh, not frozen. Thanks so much for allowing us to travel with you. I love you so much. Love, Mom |
| 25th October 2005 Cabe | Anxious - From: Day One I have thrown away my TV because all I want to do is come home and read you journals. Go make the world small. |
| 24th October 2005 Dad | Congratulations and Great To Know You Arrived! - From: Day One What a great and enjoyable surprise to get the email saying you arrived in Frankfurt and to read your comments about the trip. I had forgotten about you telling us about the Blog you were going to keep. This will be a real pleasure to follow your trip notes. I'm glad it worked smoothly with Katrin and her Mom picking you up. Being able to stay with them is a great start for your trip. It will give you the chance to catch up on some rest during the first couple of days as you make that body clock transition. You're on your way to a great trip Son. We'll stay in touch as you travel. Dad |
| 24th October 2005 Mom | So Happy For YOU! - From: Day One Hi Honey, It was so good to hear that you are in Frankfurt and you are "just" tired, no other complications. You have a great beginning to your life adventure. Pleae give my thanks and appreciation to Katrin and her family for letting you stay with them. That has comforted me to know that you're with friends and are safe while you adjust to the time and to the European continent. I love you and I look forward to more news of your travels. Love, Mom |
| 24th October 2005 Ron Renaud | Gone! - From: Day One I'm sorry we never got cookies to you while you were home! Keep us up to date as best as you can as to where you'll be (address please) and we will somehow get you some US grade A cookies for 'walking across Europe energy'. Thanks for including me on your journey Eli. You are an awesome guy and look forward to your next update! Sincerely, Ron & Maria Renaud PS who should I speak to about upgrades at the Westin?!!! HAHA |
| 24th October 2005 Nicole the BEst!! | Miss you already - From: Day One Hey sweetie, Im so excited for you!! have tons of fun and dont forget there are people here who love you and are here if you need us.. love you,.enjoy everything even the bad things..kisses |
| 24th October 2005 Miss LeBelle | To inspiring endeavors... - From: Day One I'm anxious to hear about every endeavor you seek. Be safe and stay well. Oh, and enjoy the jet lag. |
| 24th October 2005 David | Hello - From: The Deep Breath Before the Plunge Hey Eli!!!! Great job!! I think your e-mail address is "independenteli@hotmail.com".... please confirm!! Love, David the first cool roommate of Providence |
| 24th October 2005 Anth | hello! - From: Day One or Gew-den-tawg. close enough....tell katrin i said what up! and Mench Aga deesh nish. Sleep well. |
| 24th October 2005 Briana Butryn | Hells Yeah!!! - From: The Deep Breath Before the Plunge You rock man!!! Keep on trucking and best of luck to you on the most exciting experience one can have. I am jealous of your adventurous nature and will read your journal as if as if I was there for the ride. With all my love- Fat Ass |
| 24th October 2005 Anthony | 1st to post a message woohoo - From: The Deep Breath Before the Plunge Well congrats, you finally did it, I never thought the day would come when you would be in Europe posting us updates about your travels. I hope you have loads of fun, and remember make smart decisions and be safe! You have tons of people here at home who love and support you, always remember that. I look forward to your next blog. -Anth |
