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| 12th August 2009 Lafayette Balch | camera is long gone - From: no bucharest for the wicked If I had the camera, it'd be no problem. I lost it on the dance floor of the club we went to. When I asked around, no one had seen it... and the bartenders chuckled when I asked if it got returned. We'll see if some generous person mails it back to me... |
| 11th August 2009 Millie | no way! - From: no bucharest for the wicked That is a massive bummer! Did it erase your memory card? Even if it did, I had a girl on my India trip who had that happen and someone she knew from home magically got her pictures back. I can look into that, electronically of course since tomorrow marks the beginning of my adventure. : ) |
| 9th August 2009 Lafayette Balch | - From: A crow named Atia, with its "zaws" and "grebs" and a bout with the precursory Oh, I know it Linda. I've been putting down several litres of water a day since. |
| 9th August 2009 Lafayette Balch | - From: A crow named Atia, with its "zaws" and "grebs" and a bout with the precursory Sean, I think I'll be okay. The other travellers I've met that have just come from there or are heading there have instilled much confidence in me. And when all else fails.... I'm British for a few days. Just got to carry a torch with me in darkness, wipe me mouth with a serviette and throw that bloke in a rubbish bin. It'll be wicked. |
| 9th August 2009 Linda | dehidration - From: A crow named Atia, with its "zaws" and "grebs" and a bout with the precursory Just figured I'd remind you that when you are lacking water in your system, you really shouldn't drink spirits until you retain a sufficient amount of water. Be safe |
| 8th August 2009 Sean | - From: A crow named Atia, with its "zaws" and "grebs" and a bout with the precursory Holy shit... Serbia??? Dude, be careful. I was reading a national geographic about that place. Lots of bad history, including the ethnic cleansing of Kosovo. Last year Kosovo declared it's independence and the Serbs no likey. I even read that in some regions they have French peacekeepers posted up everywhere. The neighborhoods they were patrolling would put the projects to shame. Anyway, I'm sure you've done some research. There's a heavily guarded war crimes court in Belgrade, check it out for me. My gawd that was a long comment. |
| 6th August 2009 Lafayette Balch | - From: Wrede between the lines Portland č Hannah cara il piů definitivamente d'avvenimento. Il lavoro lo porterŕ lŕ se nient'altro. Una settimana? Un mese. Relativi tutti gli stessi nel grande schema delle cose. |
| 6th August 2009 Lafayette Balch | - From: Wrede between the lines Portland č Hannah cara il piů definitivamente d'avvenimento. Il lavoro lo porterŕ lŕ se nient'altro. Una settimana? Un mese. Relativi tutti gli stessi nel grande schema delle cose. |
| 4th August 2009 Hannah Hayes | si intende per lasciare dietro di me. - From: Wrede between the lines Caro ragazzo, perché si deve vedere tutto prima di me? Piano di assulted per dettagli su cosa vedere e da fare. Mi manchi e mi rattrista che non mi sono di trascorrere del tempo con lei questa estate! Speriamo che si testa in giů a Portland a un po di tempo quando si uscire da tutti i tuoi viaggi incredibili. E non potete scrivere un libro. Sarebbe halarious. |
| 4th August 2009 Lafayette Balch | - From: Wrede between the lines Ah, but dear Thomas.... the places in of themselves are merely vessels for the experience. The people and their interaction with their surroundings are the real story. /end hack writing.... (or maybe just the beginning of hack writing) :):):):):):) |
| 3rd August 2009 Thomas Plastino Martin | - From: Wrede between the lines With the places you've gone, one would think you could write a book. Glad you're having fun, and hope that your head feels better! |
| 2nd August 2009 Anna | - From: Wrede between the lines Feel better my friend and don 't get the swine flu! They won't allow you back! |
| 10th December 2008 Lafayette Balch | - From: A Statistical Recap! A visit to Toronto! They were a classy bunch, yes? |
| 10th December 2008 Ariana | Gotta love Greyhound... - From: A Statistical Recap! A visit to Toronto! I flew to St. Louis then took the Greyhound to Springfield for my grandfather's funeral. Your description of the experience was EXACTLY like mine. I was travelling alone too, so I was pretty much scared shitless the entire trip... |
| 6th December 2008 Lafayette Balch | - From: E-Pac, E-At, N-Med, W-At -> E-Pac Aer Lingus was the Air Carrier I had the Budapest airport. They're an Irish budget airline. Every extra bag was $22. Wonderful! |
| 6th December 2008 Sean | aer lingus - From: E-Pac, E-At, N-Med, W-At -> E-Pac concerning the suspicious package picture... was that in the azures?? i'm almost positive that i slept (the best i could) there for many a hour to and from africa. |
| 6th December 2008 Lafayette Balch | - From: A Statistical Recap! A visit to Toronto! It really was a looong time before the next bus came to pick me up. And girl... I put my tongue wherever I want! |
| 6th December 2008 Hannah hayes | Keep your tounge to yourself! - From: A Statistical Recap! A visit to Toronto! Andrew! How many times have I told you to not lick Austrailians? |
| 28th November 2008 Maddy | you would - From: Franks and Bohns you would go to a board game convention. :) |
| 28th November 2008 Maddy | how nice - From: azerty is now qwertz on the keyboard. i'm catching up on all your entries, and this one is my favorite so far. it just sounds so story-like with all the nice foreigners and unexpected adventures. i'm so jealous! |
| 25th November 2008 Lafayette Balch | - From: You can call me a Harlem Globetrotter Don't sweat it. It was a two day window. I managed to blow that 3 month time period on your last go around, yanno? Seattle's unfortunately not next though. Will you be gracing the left coast through early December? |
| 25th November 2008 Vanessa | - From: You can call me a Harlem Globetrotter I cant believe i missed you. I came to Seattle from NY on the 21st. Are you coming back here next? If so, please see me. I'd love to hang out. And hear what you think of the world. Big hugs, and lots of love! |
| 23rd November 2008 Lafayette Balch | Sam - From: You can call me a Harlem Globetrotter I had a street vended hot dog on day one. It was the style of the time. I'll do Little Italy tomorrow. Today was all about Hells Kitchen. |
| 23rd November 2008 Lafayette Balch | Megan - From: You can call me a Harlem Globetrotter That would explain the emptiness of that studio then. Thank you. |
| 23rd November 2008 Sam | I'll punch you in the face... - From: You can call me a Harlem Globetrotter ...if you come back from New York not having had at least one street-vended Hot Dog and a pretzel. Seriously...if you haven't had one yet, get out there son! Sure, they are of suspect origin, but once you've had them, you will crave them for the rest of your natural life. Also, check out Little Italy. I got chills knowing that I was walking down the same streets that were filled with so much American Gangster blood...but that was me. Enjoy your trip to the Big Apple! |
| 23rd November 2008 Megan | - From: You can call me a Harlem Globetrotter TRL had it's last show I believe last week. |
| 20th November 2008 Lafayette Balch | Dear Chessie - From: Minus the Bear Katie should be back in Seattle right now! She flew back yesterday morning. Call her and she may appear before your very eyes! |
| 18th November 2008 Dad | Here's looking at you! - From: Minus the Bear It will be good to see you again. I am looking forward to getting the in person versions and the play by plays! I love the facial and body gestures that go along with the rich embellishments of the stories. |
| 18th November 2008 Chester | Friends' - From: Minus the Bear Thanksgiving wasn't the same without you and your bounty of board games. I'm glad to hear you're getting "those" kind of experiences you were looking for... as bland and broad as that sounds. And I'm excited to visit you in Portland, and yes, I know I'm a bad person for not seeing you in Steilacoom. Tell, Katie I said, "Hello," and "Get yer arse back here," because I have no idea how to contact her. |
| 17th November 2008 Anna Banana | YAY! - From: Minus the Bear Come home and time to move to PORTLAND!!! |
| 16th November 2008 Hannah Banana | To je pouze v
eštin, take není potYeba jít všechny roman na zadku - From: If I was a turtle, I'd be here to spawn. Ne ne drahý Andrew, zatímco PYál bych si, abych mohl mluvit mnoha jazyky, to není realita. První dva krát Psal jsem vám vlastn jsem musel nkdo pYeloit pro m, pak jsem objevil krásné mali kost zvané internet. To se promítá všechny mé lásky poznámky pro m! Jak velký je? Doufám, e moje pokusy o skute ný zájem, jsou zábavné místo otravné. Stýská se mi po vás a doufáme, e jste se stali zapletou do koYeno stromu vaší rodiny v dob, kdy budete íst tento! Bavte se a dr se dál od cikáno! Ti kradou dti! Hannah Love |
| 13th November 2008 Isabel | Dude! - From: If I was a turtle, I'd be here to spawn. Is that a real freakin' gypsy? That's awesome, I thought they were just a bizarre half-truth. My grandfather was a Hungarian gypsy. =) Good luck on your next adventure to the Ukraine! Something tells me you'll need it . . . Much Love, Isabel |
| 7th November 2008 Lafayette Balch | Hannah - From: Very Prague-ressive Now you've got to be pulling my leg on your language skills. |
| 6th November 2008 Hannah | Pozdravy z Ameriky - From: Very Prague-ressive Nejdraší Andrew, jsem rád, kdy slyším, e jste to do Prahy! Co se stalo, e kouY plevelo a zároveH jste tam byli? Bavte se a zkuste to nemlo jít všechny skeletor na m. Hannah Love |
| 5th November 2008 Anna Banana | UPdate Please - From: Franks and Bohns Andrew...I am awaiting the next story in your travels! lol I was trying to hide that I was reading it at work the other day ;). I hope you are having a great time. It was a grand night in America, full of hope with our new president Barack Obama! |
| 31st October 2008 Lafayette Balch | - From: Franks and Bohns Indeed I am Diana. Indeed I am. |
| 31st October 2008 Lafayette Balch | satire can be deadly - From: Franks and Bohns James! Thank you sir! |
| 31st October 2008 Lafayette Balch | Sean. - From: Franks and Bohns Pssssht son, I gotsta new Hive piece a week after you left. Get the game. You ain't tromping on no one's territory. |
| 31st October 2008 Diana | - From: Franks and Bohns I've been reading your blogs but never commented. Sounds like you are having a blast! |
| 31st October 2008 Satire can be deadly | A Blast friend - From: Franks and Bohns Andrew! It sounds like a blast! Wow, I love your writing, lots of fun. You are a pro. Hey, keep up the great blogging, I'm reading over here in WA. |
| 30th October 2008 Sean | - From: Franks and Bohns did you get the new hive peice yet?? omg, i love that game. might have to pick it up. but then i'd totally be tromping all over your territory... i'll just hold out until i see you again. that elevator was OMG SKETCHY! i totally pictured you losing a couple digits in your moments of tom foolery. anyways, love the updates! keep em coming. take care and be safe. |
| 30th October 2008 Sean | WHOA - From: Ich möchte eins fahrkarten, bitte. justine is an election wiz. i have neglected this blog tooo long sir! if another german shakes there head at you about voting, just rub it in their faces that they elected hitler! or something... i don't even know if that's how he came to power but something along those lines. come to think about it... maybe you shouldn't but maybe you should!! actually, just mumble hitler under your voice as you turn to walk away from them. yes, that shall do. |
| 30th October 2008 Lafayette Balch | - From: Franks and Bohns I should have given the bottle to you, instead of my Essen hosts. You'd have appreciated it more. |
| 30th October 2008 Sam | Most Awesome!!! - From: Franks and Bohns The Agri-Cola almost made me spit all over the computer screen! You are definitely going to have to fill me in on more of the glory that is Essen. Someday I'm going to have to check it out...that shot of New World: A Carcassonne Game being played on the floor...AMAZING! |
| 30th October 2008 Hannah Banana | Was? - From: Franks and Bohns Ich wusste nicht, dass Sie gerne Dune! Ich war besessen von der Serie in der Mitte der Schule. noch immer wunderbar und ich kann nicht warten, um zu sehen, die Sie im Dezember! |
| 29th October 2008 Justine | - From: Ich möchte eins fahrkarten, bitte. p.s. If anyone gives you any grief about not voting in the upcoming election, tell them that your vote does not matter an ounce because it's the electoral college that elects the next president. And the electoral college is made up by states by the number of house of reps and number of senate members each state has. How is the number house of reps decided (since in the Senate it's all 2 members)? By the national census done every 10 years. So, if your parents decided back in 2000 that you exist and put it on their census form, then your duties as a citizen are fulfilled. Just because a candidate has the popular vote of the general population doesn't mean that they win the election. This has happened in 3 elections so far. |
| 29th October 2008 Justine Kondrat | - From: Ich möchte eins fahrkarten, bitte. Totally impressed with your German considering that you haven't been there very long! (I took 4 years in hs) |
| 25th October 2008 Lafayette Balch | - From: Ich möchte eins fahrkarten, bitte. Sam.... Essen rules. Full story when I reach Frankfurt. |
| 25th October 2008 Lafayette Balch | - From: azerty is now qwertz on the keyboard. Thanks Ariana! I was a fan of the fellow myself. |
| 25th October 2008 Lafayette Balch | - From: Ich möchte eins fahrkarten, bitte. Rob sir, you are too generous with your praise. I thank ye kindly. |
| 25th October 2008 Lafayette Balch | - From: Ich möchte eins fahrkarten, bitte. Nari, I think my money will be long gone before December.... well see |
| 24th October 2008 Sam | Update? - From: Ich möchte eins fahrkarten, bitte. We need some Essen news, yo! What's it like?!? |
| 23rd October 2008 Ariana | Gare de Metz - From: azerty is now qwertz on the keyboard. I love your description of le Gare de Metz. And I like that Georges fellow. I imagine he's the kind of guy my dad would get along really well with. |
| 23rd October 2008 Rob K. | Very Good, trčs bon, Sehr Gut. - From: Ich möchte eins fahrkarten, bitte. You have done well with Deutsch alle Länder mit Ausnahme von "one and six" correctly this would be one and sixty. in all this is the most entertaining blog I have ever read. I do wish Paris was more enjoyable for you, but then I would have missed out on the most delectable metaphorical diatribe I have ever read. Thank you for sharing all of your inspirational travels. Wish I could see them all for myself. Besten Wünsche und viel Glück |
| 22nd October 2008 nari | prolonged trip, eh? - From: Ich möchte eins fahrkarten, bitte. you're staying until december?? also, i stayed with someone named Irini. In greece. |
| 22nd October 2008 Lafayette Balch | - From: azerty is now qwertz on the keyboard. Haha, nice. That was actually my Aunt, but yes, very good to hear. And no, I happen to have given away a Dr. Seuss book to dear Georges. |
| 22nd October 2008 Sean | amazing - From: azerty is now qwertz on the keyboard. metz looks amazing. your friend above is right, its like reading my favorite book but only in pieces... each chapter appearing sperratically(sp?) and unknown... the anticipation is killing me!! did you give away one of your beloved games?? i dont know if i read that right. |
| 21st October 2008 Lafayette Balch | SEAN - From: Nancy Reagan defeats Paris Hilton I´ll make part of a post about it soon, but in short, there´s no way that I know of to get my absentee. |
| 21st October 2008 Lafayette Balch | ZOE - From: Nancy Reagan defeats Paris Hilton When I head to New York I think it will be better due to non-language issues. Well see. I may head back to The States early to leave time to see all of you. Ideally I want to be done traveling before the end of December methinks. |
| 21st October 2008 Lafayette Balch | - From: azerty is now qwertz on the keyboard. Thank you Linda! I am glad you enjoy! |
| 20th October 2008 Linda | laughs - From: azerty is now qwertz on the keyboard. Hey, Just thought I would let you know that you are keeping us quite entertained . |
| 20th October 2008 Lafayette Balch | - From: Nancy Reagan defeats Paris Hilton Nada Surf, as it turns out came the 8th of October. Dommage. But!!! It was in reference of myself and the advice you´d given about getting footage of things you shouldn´t be getting. |
| 19th October 2008 Sean | DOOD! - From: Nancy Reagan defeats Paris Hilton as i was watching another political commercial, i just realized you're gonna be gone when they do the election... are you leaving america behind in your travels or are you going to take part in democracy? not judging, just curious. BTW it sucks when tourism takes over cool places like parie! (just spelling it the way i said it in my head) |
| 18th October 2008 Hannah | Well I loved it. - From: Nancy Reagan defeats Paris Hilton It must have been the person I went with (a practically native Canadian French Historian) or the time I went (in the dead of winter when the tourists are all in Cabo) But I loved Paris and wouldn't mind going back again. Maybe you should go with me next time, then you will have tons of fun! I hope you enjoy Germany! |
| 18th October 2008 Millie | fences, schmences - From: Nancy Reagan defeats Paris Hilton ps, if that "Paths not to be tread, But done so anyway" was in reference to yourself, I'm very proud of you. : ) If not you still make me happy inside by referencing it. |
| 18th October 2008 Millie | concerting in France?!?!?! - From: Nancy Reagan defeats Paris Hilton AHHHHH!!! I would totally go to see NadaSurf in France! That'd be soooo sweet! ps, I put them on your French Fry CD. They sing La pour ca. |
| 17th October 2008 Zoe | - From: Nancy Reagan defeats Paris Hilton You better not feel this way when you head to New York on your way home! Although in all honesty New Yorkers aren't the friendliest of folks either - except for a select few of course. Love reading about your travels. Enjoy Germany. See you in NY! |
| 17th October 2008 Lafayette Balch | - From: Nancy Reagan defeats Paris Hilton Dana, I look forward to trash talking Paris with you the next time we meet. And yes, the gigantic paintings on the walls were pretty nifty I must say. |
| 16th October 2008 Dana | - From: Nancy Reagan defeats Paris Hilton I'm glad to hear you hated Paris ;) It was by far the worst place in the European countries I've travelled to, but no one else I talk to seems to feel the same. And the Louvre was only impressive because of the amazing GIGANTIC paintings on the walls... The Mona Lisa was a disappointment. I'm glad to hear you're enjoying yourself. I love hearing about your adventures!! |
| 16th October 2008 Lafayette Balch | - From: A lesson in how I spend my day. I missed out on the Marseille skate park! Dommage! |
| 9th October 2008 nari | not luck - From: A lesson in how I spend my day. you're a natural at this overseas adventuring. |
| 9th October 2008 Uncle Monkey | - From: A lesson in how I spend my day. Well, your bones should be adjusted to the rain. You have lived in Washington your whole life. |
| 8th October 2008 Sean | tony hawk - From: A lesson in how I spend my day. i remember on tony hawk pro skater, there was always a sweet skatepark in marseille (sp?). i think it's pretty graffitied so it might be an interesting stop. |
| 8th October 2008 Dad | Be safe! - From: A lesson in how I spend my day. You continue to rely on your intuition. Just because you didn't find better doesn't mean you didn't miss worse. Keeping the board just might be a good idea. Have fun! |
| 8th October 2008 Lafayette Balch | - From: j'arrive ŕ france I missed the pink fountain pictures! C'est la vie! But! I did eat McDonalds last night. It was a McDonalds Express... so it didn't have an exhaustive list. |
| 8th October 2008 Lafayette Balch | - From: l'Arc de Achoniumph Heck yeah man, it was definitely a trip! Good good weekend! |
| 8th October 2008 Megan Valin | I'm so envious! - From: l'Arc de Achoniumph I'm so envious of you! I'm so excited for you! |
| 8th October 2008 Anna Banana | Those sand dunes - From: l'Arc de Achoniumph Are freaking am azing! They need a lift or something....lol. Enjoy your time, when I go to work I think of you and get extremely jealous! HAVE FUN! |
| 8th October 2008 Sean | it IS good - From: l'Arc de Achoniumph that's so awesome of those guys to take you in, dine you, and party with their peeps. BTW that dune was HUGE! |
| 7th October 2008 Sean McCann | - From: j'arrive ŕ france really nice pictures. europe is awesome. everything is a site to see. be safe! get some french lady! |
| 7th October 2008 BJ | - From: j'arrive ŕ france I'm so jealous im glad that you got there ok and you are enjoying yourself. I can not believe that there is a condom thing on every corner lol. |
| 5th October 2008 Millie | SWEET comme sucre. - From: j'arrive ŕ france That hotel train station and hotel room remind me so much of my travels in India! I'm so jealous. So even when there is sketchy cleanliness, know that I would be right there in a heart beat. Perma-dirt don't hurt. I hope you get a picture of the pink fountains! And if you get a chance, try getting a picture or a flyer of a McDonalds (or other fast food chain) menu, even if you don't eat there. They make me giggle. I love the randomness, mmm veg surprise burger, paneer salsa wrap, chicken maharaja mac... oh India how I loved it there. Keep the adventures rolling! |
| 4th October 2008 Hannah Banana | vous me rappeler de la maison - From: j'arrive ŕ france Lors de l'écoute de "You Remind Me of Home" Par DCFC sur mon chemin de retour ŕ Steilacoom ce soir, j'ai pensé ŕ vous et ŕ votre grande aventure! J'espčre que vous ętes en s'amusant. Assurez-vous d'obtenir une certaine protection ŕ la sortie de la rue avant de faire des machines avec ces dames Freaky français. |
| 4th October 2008 Ariana | I'd have to agree with Sean... - From: je veux un monde! - and i may just get it too... This is better than a TV show. I just wish I'd paid more attention in French class... |
| 3rd October 2008 nari | bordeuax que c'est! - From: j'arrive ŕ france good luck with the getting lost stuff. I'd recommend getting a transit map and do as much as you can online when you get the chance by way of travelling. You're in Paris! how cool. |
| 2nd October 2008 Sean McCann | the best show EVAR - From: je veux un monde! - and i may just get it too... this is like watching a really awesome television show and you can't wait for the next episode. fuck yea, this is sweet! |
| 1st October 2008 Hannah Banana | Oh dear Andrew! - From: je veux un monde! - and i may just get it too... I cannot contain my excitement for you journey! Not to mention the fact that your pictures of home made me feel a bit nostalgic! The bench, the peer, you! Man I am going to miss you! Have fun and I can't wait for the next update! La paix, l'amour, et Dieu soit avec vous! amour amour amour Hannah Banana |
| 1st October 2008 nari | up up and awaaaaaaaay! - From: je veux un monde! - and i may just get it too... have fun, don't worry about anything. Just do your own thing. I'm excited for you and can't wait to see you in New York City!! stay safe! let me know if I need to make an emergency flight to visit you, seeing as how me and zoe are the closest friends you'll have over there. fun fun fun! |
| 1st October 2008 Angel | - From: je veux un monde! - and i may just get it too... Be careful! :) |
| 1st October 2008 Dad | Terrific Prelude - From: je veux un monde! - and i may just get it too... Loved this prelude. At the risk of being wordy...Enjoy! |
| 30th September 2008 Nickle | - From: Lafayette Balch, and the streets left behind. tangible smangible |
| 29th September 2008 Justine | - From: Lafayette Balch, and the streets left behind. I'm so excited for you! Plus your awesome adventures :) |
| 28th September 2008 Lafayette Balch | Mr. Brown - From: Lafayette Balch, and the streets left behind. I heard of your trip to Rome from your other half! So freaking rad! She'd created a new LJ to pass the time in your absense. Spreading the word to us faithful readers. I regret to say I will most likely miss your birthday shindig this year! I am, however, looking forward to swapping stories when I return! If you had experiences even remotely as awesome as your Spain trip, I'm in for a treat. If I'm not mistaken, you'd written an article or two that got published late last year? Whatever happened to sending 'em my way James? Eh? That's what I thought. |
| 28th September 2008 brown350 | - From: Lafayette Balch, and the streets left behind. I'm envious of your insurmountable verve and bravery--being the friendly, sociable fellow you are, you likely have quite an adventure ahead of you! I thought I would share that I spent a month in Italy this summer and, speaking only a number of token Italian phrases that could be counted on one's hand, got along just fine. Just, y'know, if you were concerned about the language barriers--I sure as hell was--don't be. I can't wait to hear more! Travel safe and swift, buddy. --James |
