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| 12th November 2009 Jarek | :D - From: Allons enfants de la Patrie, Le jour de gloire est arrivé! Może wpadniesz do Polski porobić parę zdjęć? :) to blisko..;) |
| 11th November 2009 Dad~ | - From: Aix-En-Provence Uncle Bruce wants to know why you didn't contact him about Aix before you left. I'd like to try those calissons. |
| 11th November 2009 Dad~ | The Little Prince - From: Oilà from Monaco (and Menton)! I laughed when I read the "Le Petit Prince" caption on your beach photo. That's how we affectionately refer to you here. Monaco is beautiful as expected. |
| 11th November 2009 anonymous | - From: La Ville de Marseille That fountain is really gorgeous! PS- Julia Child lived at 28-A Quai de Rive Neuve, on the fifth floor of a pale-beige art-deco building with distinctive wave-patterned metal railings....or so says her auto-biography...wonder if you passed it and didn't even know |
| 11th November 2009 Bryan | J'M MRS - From: La Ville de Marseille I'm so glad you loved Marseille. Looking forward to hearing about day 2. ...and FISCHER?! HAHAHAHAHA! Yay, I love you. I think M. Jasset will also be glad you found la bière blonde d'Alsace, which, j'en suis sûr, kept him company many an evening. Have y'all been so fortunate as to find Desperados yet? ;-) |
| 10th November 2009 Bryan | Oh - From: Aix-En-Provence ..and some of those photos are absolutely gorgeous |
| 10th November 2009 Bryan | Aix me manque - From: Aix-En-Provence You know I love Aix, so I'm glad you're going to give it another try. Why the hell did you stay in a shit-hole?! ;-) Peut-être on peut y aller ensemble en mai/juin... |
| 9th November 2009 Bryanie | Um... - From: Nicæa civitas I hope you bought that pink & gold tea set for me. It will go perfectly with my china. |
| 9th November 2009 Bryanie | I can't wait... - From: Day one on the French Riviera - Bella Nissa ...to go back to Nice! Looks like you've gotten to explore way more than I ever did, so I want tips! |
| 9th November 2009 Bryanie | fun! - From: Killing Time in Toulouse I want oysters...AND that lady's hat! |
| 9th November 2009 Ii | - From: Oilà from Monaco (and Menton)! I was hoping to see the photo of you on the beach -- wearing that scarf. Oh, it makes me smile -- and miss you even more! |
| 9th November 2009 Ii | - From: Nicæa civitas Oh, Jeff, you look marvelously handsome and happy! Please say hello to your traveling companions from me. I'm so enjoying reading your blogs. You're giving me a tour and I didn't even have to pack! By the way, the marzipan mushrooms (red with white spots) look so real! |
| 9th November 2009 Ii | - From: Day one on the French Riviera - Bella Nissa Oh, I just love your descriptions of food and surroundings. My only concern is how will you be able to enjoy the simple fare Uncle Ray and I serve on Christmas Day? Just kidding..... |
| 9th November 2009 Mom | - From: Oilà from Monaco (and Menton)! Surprise - got your ghetto-stamped postcard from Monaco yesterday (Saturday). The stamp was not very secure but it was there. I was amazed at how quickly we got it considering the postmark was dated 11/3/09! |
| 9th November 2009 Mom | - From: Nicæa civitas Hey, thanks for keeping an eye out for fireking peach lustre! Don't forget about those sparkly stretchy bracelets. |
| 23rd October 2009 Dad~ | Best Food Pix Ever! - From: La Fira de San Ermengol Between the olives & chicharrones your mother & I were near tears. I wouldn't blame you if you never came back home. What are you supposed to do with the half pig faces? Chew on them? Are they for human consumption? Great festival. |
| 23rd October 2009 Ii | Loved the food photos! - From: La Fira de San Ermengol Oh, what great food shots! I love the pig faces! Uncle Ray and I took photos of the food platters at our resort in Punta Cana but yours far surpass what we ate! At dinner one evening, while we were snapping photos of the food we were about to eat, we felt the stares of diners at surrounding tables. I proudly announced that we ALWAYS take food photos! We then saw flashes of cameras all around us as others did the same! Ii |
| 23rd October 2009 peter | - From: La Fira de San Ermengol I really wish they sold dried pig's faces here in Boston. |
| 17th October 2009 Bryan | où sont les apostrophes? - From: La vida segueix... Did the apostrophe key on your computer break, chéri? Also, Im quite intrigued by that chicken. It looks like one of the ladies you encountered on the beach in eSpain. We are awaiting your shipment of croissants and those All-Saints little breads. Peter also requests that you send Euro. ...and Kinder Hippos. Gràcies. B |
| 16th October 2009 Mom | - From: La vida segueix... OMG - get me some of that food! |
| 1st October 2009 PM | - From: Un Palau, Sisplau Looks great! Can't wait to visit! |
| 30th September 2009 Lou | - From: Un Palau, Sisplau I dig it. Looks very clean. Love the fireplace! You might like drying your clothes on the line--it'll be a true mountain air scent, not the dryer sheet kind. I'd be more pissed about the electric stove, bleh. So glad it all worked out for you and you're out of the shit-hole! |
| 30th September 2009 christopher Bowen | wow - From: Un Palau, Sisplau i'm impressed! |
| 30th September 2009 Dad~ | Congratulations on the new Apartment - From: Un Palau, Sisplau The apartment looks great and even comes with a bidet - how European. I'll be curious how drying clothes on the line will work in the winter, but Busia dealt with it raising 4 children so I'm sure you'll manage. You may want to get some indoor collapsible clothes drying racks. The location seems perfect - well done! |
| 30th September 2009 Ii | Your New Home - From: Un Palau, Sisplau Oh, what a beautiful home. I love the views. Are you using a hair dryer to dry your clothes? Just kidding. I really enjoy reading your blogs. It's a perfect way to share your experiences. Luv you! |
| 22nd September 2009 Kim | - From: Ordino......and food Gosh... this looks amazing. I'm so unbelievely jealous. Kinder hippos=delicious. |
| 21st September 2009 Dad~ | “Tipic d’Andorra” - From: Ordino......and food So how was the awful looking “Tipic d’Andorra”? |
| 20th September 2009 Bryan | my next address - From: Ordino......and food I want to live at the casa de formatge, si us plau. |
| 20th September 2009 lou | the tessa. - From: Ordino......and food ina would approve the tarte tatin. |
| 18th September 2009 Dad~ | - From: La vida quotidiana Glad to hear that Andorran teenagers are as obnoxious as any other. Paulo suggesting to bring prostitutes to a picnic during your ice-breaker did make me laugh. As you get into your routine I expected you'd be reporting more about what you eat than anything else. You didn't disappoint. Pyrenees 2 sounds like a "cheese heaven". Put it on our sightseeing list. What a nice coincidence to have Kasia's cousin coming to Andorra. I'd suggest asking for Polish dried mushrooms or honey. You can make mushroom soup for your fellow Fulbrights. Save those newspaper clips for your mother. Good luck on the apartment. Love, Dad~ |
| 18th September 2009 Mom | - From: La vida quotidiana Decapitating quails! What next?? Can you imagine playing Balderdash with those kids??!!! Hope you get that apartment! |
| 14th September 2009 anonymous | - From: La Vida Madrileña plaza 2 de mayo!! omg!! thats awesome!! hola a flora!! la has visto ya?! |
| 12th September 2009 SlavicNerd | - From: Oh Hey Madrid! Hmm...It was near Moncloa at a small restaurant with a terrace outdoors. It was near Chapandas, the Leche de Pantera bar. Unfortunately I can't remember anything more specific! |
| 12th September 2009 Judy | Pastela - From: Oh Hey Madrid! Where dd you have the pastela...looked delicious. |
| 11th September 2009 PM | - From: Oh Hey Madrid! Jeff, It seems that the food in Spain is much cheaper in the major cities than in a place like Paris. Is this true for the majority of the places you have been so far? |
| 11th September 2009 Bryan Fleming | MMMMM...Madrid - From: La Vida Madrileña Döner makes me happy. |
| 11th September 2009 Lou | Just cause I've never commented... - From: Oh Hey Madrid! Send ham. You can't pull off the fur. Have fun! That's all. |
| 10th September 2009 Kim | WOW - From: Visc aquí? So this might be a little stalker-y but I'm applying for the Fulbright for next year and was looking online for info about the program and what not. Your blog has been REALLY helpful to continue to encourage me to apply! Would you be willing to email with me about some questions I have about Andorra and the logistics of the Fulbright? I know you probably are super busy and don't have a lot of time but I would really appreciate it! And as for the residency permit, consider yourself lucky you can get it that soon! In France I applied for it in Oct and didn't get it till Jan. Yeah, you heard me. Oh France and your ways, how I miss it :) That means we couldn't leave France except to go back to our own country in that time frame! And the pastis is cheaper in Andorra than in France, surprisingly. I hope all is going well! Kim |
| 9th September 2009 Mom | - From: A L'Estany Junclar! Wow! Gorgeous! Just don't kill yourself mountain climbing before you start teaching!! |
| 7th September 2009 Bryanie | Raclette machines! - From: A L'Estany Junclar! I know what you can get me for Christmas! lol Sounds like a spectacular day; the mountains look amazing! |
| 4th September 2009 Mom | - From: Livin' in the 'dorra Noticed the new photo. Nice. The school and its mountain views remind me of the Montessori school we visited in Guatemala last year. I can't believe you are going to be teaching! |
| 4th September 2009 PM | - From: Livin' in the 'dorra How exciting! I'm thrilled you found this cookbook. If it produces good food, you will have to translate the whole thing for us! The class you are teaching sounds like it will be fun |
| 3rd September 2009 Dad~ | Where's the Mussel Dish? - From: Visc aquí? Sounds like a stimulating beginning to your stay in Andorra. I'm glad to hear everyone is getting along well - you all seem like birds of a feather. Most importantly, where's the photo of the mussel dish? It didn't upload. All you see is the description. |
| 3rd September 2009 Bobo | picture - From: Iiiiii m'estic a Andorra...que estrany can you please change your picture. you look like a 10 year old muscrat... or mouse.... or something weird. why not put that nice picture of you from the beach.. you know the one from san joan? |
| 2nd September 2009 Dad~ | Settling In - From: Iiiiii m'estic a Andorra...que estrany Sounds like Andorra will be a good fit for you. The scenery looks incredible and it sounds like you & your fellow Fulbrights will become fast friends. |
| 2nd September 2009 PM | - From: Iiiiii m'estic a Andorra...que estrany Can't wait to hear more about the charming sections! The place looks like a secret village tucked away in a hidden valley! |
| 2nd September 2009 Maureen | - From: Iiiiii m'estic a Andorra...que estrany BEAUTIFUL!!!! |
| 2nd September 2009 Ii | Finally - From: Iiiiii m'estic a Andorra...que estrany Well, I've finally had a chance to write a note -- and you've finally arrived! The photos of both food and scenery are thrilling and sometimes scary (just the squid and stuff). I've so enjoyed reading your blogs; writing travel journals/books could be a lucrative side job for you! Love, Your Ii |
| 1st September 2009 Mary Bainter | What's up with the food? - From: ByeBye Barcelona! Hi Jeff. I enjoyed reading your travel stories. It reminds me of the ones I wrote on my travels with your mom to Disneyland. I too had to write about every minute detail. I can't imagine eating anything that you ate throughout your trip except for the donut and coffee at McDonald's. As you might have guessed, I am not a big gourmet. Remind me to tell you about Mike's experience with Paella. It was quite amusing. Have a great year in 'Angora'. I'll keep reading about your adventures. |
| 31st August 2009 Dad~ | Whoville? - From: ByeBye Barcelona! Parc Guell looks a little like Dr. Seuss' "Whoville" or the decor at Cheesecake Factory. |
| 31st August 2009 Dad~ | Guadi or Foodie? - From: Last stop Barcelona Don't know what I enjoyed more - the photos of the Gaudi construction or the pics of the markets & food. Too bad you couldn't fit in the Salvador Dali Museum. It's supposed to be spectacular. Maybe we can all go when we visit in the spring. Wish Chris a safe trip home. Dad~ |
| 29th August 2009 Mom | flaczki - From: A la platja, de festa, i MENJAR You can thank your Polish roots for enjoying those flaczki. I have to admit I kind of like the texture tho I haven't had any tripe in years. |
| 29th August 2009 Mom | Food, food, food - From: Alcoi a dins i a fora All of your mouthwatering food talk makes our little snack of kabanosy and kalamata olives pale in comparison. BTW - I am putting in a request now for you to bring me some, actually LOTS, of olives when you come home for Christmas. Some jamon potato chips would be nice, too. Aah, fond memories! |
| 29th August 2009 Jillian | - From: A la platja, de festa, i MENJAR You both look so European in these pics! |
| 27th August 2009 Liz | Jealous - From: Alcoi a dins i a fora I’m reading your entries at work and drooling…I’m glad I can live vicariously through your food, errr, I mean, travel blog ;) |
| 27th August 2009 Kasia | BICE - From: Benvinguts a Valencia! Yeah, Jeff, bice to Chris. I know the feeling of you suddenly looking and listening past me... lol! Keep the updates coming, hunny. They give me much enjoyment at work! Love you! |
| 27th August 2009 boo boo | Does anyone eat a salad? - From: Segon día a Valencia! All that ham, all that seafood! It's making me gag! |
| 27th August 2009 Bryan Fleming | Hawt - From: Segon día a Valencia! I'm so glad you finally get to wear your capris! Valencia looks beautiful. I'm with you on the aquarium; they're so fun. Maybe you'll get to go next time! ;-) |
| 27th August 2009 Mom & Dad~ | What, No Piglet Ears? - From: Benvinguts a Valencia! Valencia looks beautiful & brought back memories of our trip to Spain with you. Glad to hear you survived (barely) your first shower. The balcony view is gorgeous especially at night. I laughed at your "Vivan Iberian Romance Tongues!" comment - our son the linguist. The Basilica i Santa Iglesias looks like a former Temple. Your mention of "squid in ink" reminded us of the other dish we tried in Madrid, "the piglet ears". My recollection is it tasted vile. Hope the squid was better. Be nice to Chris. Love, Mom & Dad~ |
| 26th August 2009 Mom | - From: Well...I made it! I was worried there wouldn't be enough food and beverage commentary. Silly me! |
| 25th August 2009 Hayley | - From: Well...I made it! No surprise you find comfort in alcohol, not to mention well deserved alcohol. ( even if it's called monkey anus lol) Glad to hear you're finally in Spain. Can't wait to read your next blog. Love you! |
| 25th August 2009 Dad~ | The Food Pics Are Back! - From: Well...I made it! Congratulations on your successful return to Europe. You made your entrance in style. I've almost forgotten how delicious your food photos & descriptions look & sound. Something to look forward to. |
| 25th August 2009 Peter | - From: Well...I made it! Glad you made it! Have a wonderful time exploring with Christopher! |
| 24th August 2009 Kevin Prior | - From: Well...I made it! There's a problem when 1/2 your pictures are of the alcoholic beverages you've consumed whilst traveling. |
| 24th August 2009 Bryan | Whew... - From: Well...I made it! Welp, glad you made it there...finally. I just need you to make sure they have monkey anus liqueur on MY train when I visit... bisous |
| 23rd August 2009 Andrew | - From: Wow! It's like I never even left the country! Good Luck Tonight...I hope all goes according to plan. Can't wait to read your first update from Andorra! |
| 23rd August 2009 Dad~ | Another night in Beautiful downtown B town. - From: Wow! It's like I never even left the country! While I spent most of Saturday afternoon fielding updates from you while trying to finish preparing our aioli supper with Mary Jane & Uli, I wasn't really hopeful that you'd get out Saturday night. After flying almost every week for the last two years I didn't have the heart to say what you were up against. Not losing your temper with airline personnel is still the best advice I could give you, coupled with knowing your rights when a flight is cancelled. The absence of a bus ticket to Andorra was a concern to me based on Spain's visa requirements. It may have been a small price to pay & a relatively minor inconvenience to be delayed a day. You can get your bus ticket & avoid detention problems. Also on the up side Air France is a much nicer airline so the all in all I'd say you did OK as long you you get out of Boston tonight. I look forward to your "I've landed & am out of customs" text when you arrive in Paris. Love, Dad~ |
| 23rd August 2009 Mom | - From: Wow! It's like I never even left the country! You are a riot! The cafe actually sounded legit! Thanks Bryan and Peter for taking care of my frustrated child. You are both great friends. I'll be keeping my fingers crossed for tonight. |
| 23rd August 2009 Jillian | - From: Wow! It's like I never even left the country! fingers crossed for today! |
| 23rd August 2009 Mo | - From: Wow! It's like I never even left the country! absolutely unbelievable. i'm glad air france is better, though, hope you make it out safe and sound! |
| 23rd August 2009 Francine | - From: Wow! It's like I never even left the country! Hay caramba! |
| 22nd August 2009 Francine | Good luck! - From: Adéu! Hey Jeff, best of luck, be safe!!!! |
| 17th June 2009 Dad | Countdown to Andorra - From: I'm back! Just as I was wondering whether you'd be doing a travelblog for your year abroad, I see your e-mail. I'm surprised that it's only 66 days away. You know how much Mom & I previously enjoyed your blog. I especially look forward to your pictures of food. Don't forget to add your sisters to the update list. The adventure soon begins. Dad~ |
| 4th October 2007 Jarek | :))) - From: Ciao, Roma! czesc..:) co slychac? kiedy wpadasz do polski? pozdrawiam, jarek |
| 11th February 2007 Ekletik | Putting the dot on the i.. - From: Muito Bem! Glad you liked lisbon.. It is a great city to be in, wandering around, dinning out (good and cheap) and going out till late.. Just one correction, the name of the poet is Fernando Pessoa and not Joao.. ;) |
| 8th February 2007 Joanna from Waesaw | I love Warsaw too - From: ja kocham warszawa Oh, how nice is read it, I love my city too, but actually I'm in the country, I work in small villege at therapist center and I miss a lot. I looked at net for fotos of Warsaw and I found this letter, ther are baeutifull pictures. With best wishes Joanna |
| 27th January 2007 Susana | Little Correction - From: Muito Bem! the name of the poet portrayed bay the statue in A Brasileira it's not João Pessoa. It's Fernando Pessoa :) |
| 19th December 2006 Joao Baptista | Thanks for love my city - From: In love with Lisbon! I´m a Lisboa guy and I love Your photos of my city. Lisboa is not a Queen but sure is a Princess... of Tejo |
| 18th December 2006 Dad~ | Bella Italia - From: Firenze! Even without doing any research you seemed to have hit great places in Italy - great pics. I especially liked the photos that included ancient & not so ancient Rome. The Vatican looks incredible. an incredible repository of beautiful expressions of faith & art. Too bad you won't have a chance to check out Venice for me. Can't wait to hear about all you travels in person when you come home for Christmas. Love, Dad~ |
| 13th December 2006 Ii | - From: Firenze! Oh, Jeff, How will you ever be able to eat plain food and drink Gancia after eating such exotic dishes? Don't expect wild boar and rabbit for Christmas dinner at our house.....Love you.... |
| 11th December 2006 Meg | ciao love! - From: Ciao, Roma! boo im sad i didnt see you!!! but alas i will get some serious jeff time in january! |
| 4th December 2006 Ii | - From: mountains and markets and hashish, oh my! Oh, Jeff, What an adventure you're on! Thanks for taking me with you. I especially loved the photos. You didn't smoke any of that intoxicating stuff, did you? |
| 2nd December 2006 T's mom | - From: mountains and markets and hashish, oh my! Hey no pix of Nick Lachey???? AndbythewaycanyoucallTheresabackokbye. haha no seriously. |
| 2nd December 2006 Mom | - From: mountains and markets and hashish, oh my! Amazing!!!! |
| 1st December 2006 theresa | - From: Into Africa... wow that all looks awesome!! very different from most the other places you´ve been obviously... but def cool!!! oh hey and fridays was a good time! see you soon! |
| 15th November 2006 sierra | beautiful - From: Toledo this is a very beautiful and i wish to go there someday |
| 15th November 2006 marta | - From: ja kocham warszawa tez niewiele rozumiem, ale prawde mowiac, jestem zdumiona, ze koles kocha warszawe. bo przeciez - nie ma co ukrywac - nie jest to taki super wzor stolicy. fakt, ze zabytki mamy fajne:P pozdro:* |
| 14th November 2006 Vanessa | - From: In love with Lisbon! Portuguese (RL024) meets TTH 4:30...The prof is nuts, but we love her. take it! |
| 9th November 2006 Dad~ | Hooked on Hookah? - From: Córdoba y Granada Ii's right, it has been too long since you've updated your blog. The pics bring back lots of memories. Looks like we'll have to plan a family trip after you're back in the States - lucky you! I did catch your comment about the lack of a camera - think Christmas present. I'm curious how the Spanish press is spinning the U.S. election results - namely the Democrats having the majority now in both the House & Senate. Have you read anything about it? Can't wait to here about your trip to Portugal. Love, Dad~ I like the way the camera catches the smoke from the hookah. |
| 8th November 2006 Theresa | - From: Córdoba y Granada i´ll be there this weekend!! |
| 8th November 2006 Mom | lookah the hookah - From: Córdoba y Granada Looks like you are a big fan of the hookah, too |
| 7th November 2006 Ii | - From: Córdoba y Granada Oh, Jeff, it's so good to hear from you! You've been gone too long. I'm anxious for December 21st, when we'll all be together -- at least for a little while. What an experience this has been. Thanks for letting me travel with you. |
| 9th October 2006 Dad~ | 'Español´vs.´Castellano´ - From: Off to Basque Country... This is a part of Spain I don't know much about with the exception of Basque terrorists movement. I didn't know there were two other co-official languages in Spain. What are the third & fourth languages? The Guggenheim Museum's architecture is beautiful - typical Gehry. In the one shot of the museum from down the street, the roof is reminiscent of the Pritzker Oudoor Music Pavilion in Millenium Park in Chicago. Anyway, glad to see pictures returning to your travel blog. Travel safe. |
| 6th October 2006 hayley | hola - From: ¡Al norte! Santander hey you! sry i never comment on this anymore but since we talk online and stuff i dont check ur blogs as much. Mt Lydon's thrilled u got to stay with victor ( i love mr lydon!) i cant wait to see u fro christmas..u better come home before rachel kills me, i hate families of 4. bye! (ps those guys are so sweet!) ttyl xoxo |
| 6th October 2006 I Schreibman | - From: ¡Al norte! Santander Glad to see that higher education is paying off for you |
| 6th October 2006 Ii | - From: las ventas Hi, darling Jeff! So good to hear from you. Uncle Ray and I are leaving tomorrow for Riviera Maya in Mexico. Mexico also has bull fights, but for all the times we've gone to Mexico, we never saw one. Now, I know I've missed witnessing a bloody mess! Uncle Ray and I will be practicing our limited Spanish while on the plane. All I remember is "el bania." I think that's all I need to know! Ii |
| 23rd September 2006 Aleksandar | Ohrid photos - From: oooooohrid! Hi, my name is Aleksandar and I'm from Ohrid Macedonia. If you want more Ohrid photos I can give you for free. I also have apartments for rent so if anyone need help or advise for Ohrid and Macedonia, please be my gueast |
| 13th September 2006 Madre | preocupada tambien - From: copas y pinchos! La madre de Jeff esta preocupada tambien - ese chico le gusta beber y fumar durante su tiempo en Europa!!! |
| 11th September 2006 Theresa | copas...!?! jiji - From: copas y pinchos! mi madre esta preocupada...piensa que bebes demasiado.... y estoy de acuerdo. cheers! haha, hasta pronto! |
| 5th September 2006 Ii and Uncle Ray | - From: finally "home" Hi, dear Jeff! Well, Uncle Ray and I will finally not get ill when I prepare and serve the mushrooms that grow in our backyard. It's so good to know that we have a family member that knows which mushrooms to pick. Your grandfather would be proud of you! Welcome back to Spain. Love, Ii and Uncle Ray |
| 4th September 2006 anonymous | - From: quickie what a title... |
| 4th September 2006 Karen | Catching up... - From: finally "home" Took me some time to catch up on the entries that I've missed. I'm happy to hear/see that all is well and you are settling in. Can't wait to see you in a few months(?)! And 40 lbs? I don't believe that! Love you. |
| 4th September 2006 Jarek | ~ - From: finally "home" Wreszcze Hiszpania..:) teraz pewnie sie cieszysz..;) Mam nadzieje ze jeszcze kiedys wybierzesz sie w objazdowa podroz... nastepnym razem w inne miejsca..:) i moze w wiekszym towarzystwie..;) |
| 4th September 2006 Cara | que suerte - From: finally "home" Oh Jeff...I'm so glad you made it back to Spain so I can know what you're talking about now. Every Bulgarian/Polish/Macedonian town/food/palace ran together after a while. But the good news is that I haven't been shot yet. :) Please give Mo the biggest hug of my life from me. Also - could you send me your address in Madrid? Thanks a mil. muah. paz. |
| 2nd September 2006 Dad~ | You Lucky Boy! - From: finally "home" Talk about living "La Vida Loca", not to mention "La Vida Suerte". I am so happy for you. What an incredible summer you've had. How are you going to top this? Spain should feel like home with hospitality extended to you by Victor & his family. Give them our warmest regards. Hope you manage the transition to hitting the books again well. Love, Dad~ |
| 1st September 2006 jarek | muchy..:/ - From: Oh Ohrid... to palenie na plazy sie za dobrze nie skonczylo....:) naszczescie juz wygladasz dobrze..:) |
| 26th August 2006 Dad~ | - From: Oh Ohrid... What beautiful photos & what an amazing place. I would wonder why no one thinks to visit if it weren't for the instability in the region in fairly recent history. I recognized the church from the movie. It's where they hid the girl as a monk. I think I'll wait until you're safely in Spain before I have Mom watch the film. Wasn't it part of a trilogy? Ms. Manno & Mr. Leyden from SVHS send their regards. Call from Warszawa. Stop smoking. Love, Dad~ |
| 23rd August 2006 Ii | - From: oooooohrid! It's so good to hear that you're safe and happy. Miss you; you've been gone so long! Went to my hairdresser yesterday and saw some photos from her trip to Poland. She and her family posed in front of a familiar mountain; it was Morskie Oko! I was so excited that I knew where they were -- without really knowing where they were. How long will you be in Macedonia and where do you head next? I'm sending warrior angels to protect you! |
| 23rd August 2006 Dad~ | Good Omen - From: oooooohrid! I laughed out loud when I read that you found Fireking Peach Lustre cups & saucers in the china cabinet of the home. We all agree that it is definitely a good omen. I checked out the map to see exactly where Macedonia is relative to Bulgaria. I can't wait to see your photos since I'm fascinated by your descriptions of relatively obscure places that you find so beautiful. Glad to hear you talked to Mom today & that all is well. |
| 23rd August 2006 Theresa | - From: oooooohrid! love u, miss u, see u soon! |
| 22nd August 2006 Mom | FireKing - From: oooooohrid! Why are all the fire king dishes in Eastern Europe and not at Kane County?? Jeff - I need some big plates if you can get into that china cabinet (just kidding!) |
| 22nd August 2006 Jean | Visiting - From: I'm not dead! Hey! I'm in London now, so whenever you get to Spain, let me know.....my US cell works and my London cell is 044 07931600582. The theatre here is insane.....and i see Idina in a week! Glad you're still alive and I can't wait to hang with you in Spain! |
| 19th August 2006 Rach | bleh - From: Heaven on Earth um, i hate you.nuff said P.S. i like your shirt,lol miss and love you! |
| 17th August 2006 anonymous | - From: още в Търново... i love that you had a language seizure. we're the same person. i'll have to bring along my arabic alphabet cards!! can't wait to see you! love, mo |
| 17th August 2006 Dad~ | - From: още в Търново... Smart move to finally say you're quasi-homesick when asking your parents for money. I know you're having the time of your life, but Mom wants to hear how much you miss us. Then we can talk about paying for your cell phone. I'm home Thursday & Friday this week so call us. Love, Dad~ |
| 16th August 2006 Scott | yo - From: още в Търново... aww, jeff, if you get too lonely I'll fly over there and keep you company :) miss you! *mwah* |
| 15th August 2006 Dad~ | Greetings from Boston - From: cherno more, mnogo e dobre! Jeff, Glad to have finally heard from you. Sorry we missed your calls. The Black Sea weekend was certainly not what I expected. How are the classes going? I'm in Boston for a conference this week. Plan to take Francine to BC tomorrow for a tour. We miss you. Love, Dad~ |
| 15th August 2006 Mary | - From: cherno more, mnogo e dobre! "...but whatever, we just left her at the station. oops!" I love that I can see and hear you saying that line. |
| 14th August 2006 Kasia | Inne.... - From: cherno more, mnogo e dobre! So you say that the Black Sea coast was quite beautiful. Would you say it was as beautiful as, say, the Baltic Sea coast?? |
| 10th August 2006 Megan | - From: amazingness I got your card!! I especially like the stick figures!! I finally realized I could comment on here this journal is so cool!! I've been reading your entries and it seems like you guys had an amazing time...and yours is still continuing! I'm totally jealous. |
| 8th August 2006 Dad~ | - From: amazingness Glad to hear you're settling in and having a good time. Remember to save some brain cells for the academic portion of your trip. Call us when you get a chance. Love from all of us at home. |
| 7th August 2006 jarek | AA? - From: amazingness Jesli bedziesz tak duzo pil to po przyjezdzie do warszawy bede musial isc z Toba do kluby Anonimowych Alkoholikow (AA) a nie na mazury..:))) Uwazaj na siebie..:) - juz tylko 21 dni..:) |
| 4th August 2006 jarek | only 23 days..:) - From: back in Turnovo! :) |
| 1st August 2006 Dad~ | Greetings from NYC - From: stop it, you're monasterical! Speaking of sticking to your seat with sweat, it's supposed to get to 100 degrees in NYC today. We got here late Saturday morning not realizing we'd miss the cool 95 degrees that greeted us. The monestary sounds incredible. Again, the description reminded me of the setting in a chapter of "The Historian". I would have loved to see a picture of the girls with torches shooting fire. Those Bulgarians know how to have a good time. Love from Mom, Hayley, Rachel & me! |
| 30th July 2006 Theresa | coffee! - From: Sofia! heyyy jeff. saw your sisters last weekend & have been talking to alec at the st. james parish play! we miss you tons! i'll be sure to go to caribou and let the staff know you miss them haha. they seem to know you pretty well around there! haha well take care! |
| 30th July 2006 Kyle H. | Topkapi - From: Heaven on Earth I remember being there...it was by far one of my favorite places to visit. Have fun :-) |
| 30th July 2006 Kyle H. | - From: how bazaar... P.S. I also have one of those charms that the shopkeeper gave you. If you want later, I'll tell you the story / myth about them. :-) |
| 30th July 2006 Kyle H. | Memories - From: how bazaar... I went to Turkey in 2004, and I totally remember all of this. I think we even have taken some pictures in the same spots together. haha! I hope all is well, and can't wait for ya to come back home :-) |
| 30th July 2006 Karen | But... - From: bulgariLOVE what about the kitties??!!! How will you fit them in your bag and bring them home safely? |
| 29th July 2006 Colin | Sofia - From: bulgariLOVE Hey Jeff, I'm in a little town called Dolen right now, you might (but probably won't) be able to find it on a map, it is in the Western Rodolpi mountains, but it looks like I will be getting back to Sofia either tomorrow (30th) or the 31st, so if possible, we should head out to Veliko Turnavo together, but I won't be staying at Hostel Mostel, so we'll have to connect somehow. |
| 28th July 2006 Hayley | ... - From: bulgariLOVE you're such a smart ass! " clearly she didn't know who she was dealing with" my god jeff layoff on some of these people! miss yuh! xoxo~hayley |
| 28th July 2006 Ii | - From: bulgariLOVE Thanks for journeling your trip so well; I especially enjoy your descriptions of the food. Just where are you putting all your purchases? I can just imagine the size of your backpack! Did you buy some Turkish apple tea? |
| 27th July 2006 Ii again | - From: kittens, spices, and water pipes... By the way, Jeff, you look pretty experienced exhaling that smoke! |
| 25th July 2006 Ii | - From: kittens, spices, and water pipes... I just love your descriptions, as well as your photos! Uncle Ray's grandmother had a huge jar of leeches in her kitchen. She would use them from time to time! Because you mentioned the Marmara Sea, I remembered a school friend named "Mara." If we had named one of our daughers Mara, and then traveled to Turkey, we could have said that Mara Klimara sat by the Marmara Sea! Sick joke. Do you think our surname is Turkish instead of Polish? |
| 24th July 2006 Meyer | lmao - From: Beautiful Brasov, with some hot castles on the side... Jeff, I agree with your dad. This is hysterically funny. |
| 24th July 2006 Mom | Belly dancing - From: how bazaar... What happened to the photo of Kasia belly dancing?????!!!!! |
| 24th July 2006 Mom | Fire King in Istanbul - From: Heaven on Earth Everything sounds incredible! When you tell me that you are eating out of the blue Capri bowls, I am booking my flight!! |
| 24th July 2006 Cathy Tiske | hostels - From: how bazaar... Hi Jeff! Theresa hooked me up with your blog. You are having just the best experiences of your life....treasure every minute. You have terrific pics of the food and the places you visited....How about a picture or two of those hostels you described? Some are probably not worthy of a picture, but those who have never seen one are a little curious. Stay safe and save some traveling for when Theresa is there with you. |
| 24th July 2006 Rachel & Dad | Czesc Cha Cha! - From: how bazaar... hey pookie, see, we're pretending to speak Polish too. Your entry is making us laugh our a**es off! ( dad made me "star" it) Seriously!omg, i had a dream that i was the only one in our family sent to go visit you and you were in russia, in like some circus like singing while floating in the air, with candles levitating around you. you sounded really good though, it was weird but cool. It made me miss you! i know i must be high, jk i love you and miss you! here's dad! Well son, Rachel's right. That someone got Kasia to dress up in a belly dancing outfit makes me think that you both were in some hookah drug induced stupor. Either way it all sounds remarkable. Let's hope those pins you got do ward off the evil eye & not flag you both as tourists! You've convinced us to visit. Talk to you Monday. Dad~ |
| 23rd July 2006 Dad~ | Bullish on Istanbul - From: Heaven on Earth OK, so I'm thinking Istanbul must be really nice, but "Heaven on Earth"? After reading the blog & seeing the photos I can begin to understand how anyone who has an interest in eastern culture could be seduced. Especially at the point where eastern culture literally meets west. Your entire experience there seems incredible. The pictures remind me a little of the Muslim influences we saw in Cordoba & Seville in Spain. I've also decided to reread "The Historian" because it takes place almost everywhere that you've visited! You'll have amazing stories to tell when we get together again. Until then I'll miss you, but I'm so happy for you! Love, Dad~ |
| 23rd July 2006 Theresa | beautiful* - From: Heaven on Earth i can't believe all the beautiful pictures you've taken of all these amaaaazing cities. wish i were there! glad to see you're still having the time of your life! see you in less than two months! |
| 22nd July 2006 Persimmophilliac | hugs from boston - From: Bucharest...a city that really can't be described with words I've been told that Bucharest is beautiful... this seems to be a mixed review. THe bathroom described sounds a lot like the one in my apartment. lol I'm more and more jealous of your trip with every post! And thanks for the lovely post-card... I miss you!! |
| 21st July 2006 Ii | - From: Bucharest...a city that really can't be described with words Hi! Nice to hear from you and enjoy your postcards! Your bathroom stories remind me of when I was in Bosnia and, after being directed to the ladies' room, upon entering I thought someone took out the toilet. It was basically a hole in the ground with a chain hanging from the tank which was near the ceiling. The shower in our Bosnian hotel room worked well, until I stepped out and realized all the water I used came back up from the floor drain and flooded the floor. I do think your bathroom stories are better than mine. Stay safe. I love you. |
| 21st July 2006 Jack | - From: Beautiful Brasov, with some hot castles on the side... Hey Jeff! Thanks so much for your postcard! I'm glad that everything is going well for you and that you're having a fun time. By the way, how was the museum of communism? Does it sound cooler than it really is? I leave for China in less than 3 weeks - I can't believe it! This summer has gone by way too fast. I just got my visa in the mail last week, so now all I have left to do is learn Mandarin. Hopefully I'll remember some of what I studied over the past year. I'll definitely update you about my travels in the Far East - maybe I should do a travelblog too? -Jack |
| 20th July 2006 Dad~ | Romancing Romania - From: Beautiful Brasov, with some hot castles on the side... Jeff, I have to say you run into characters worthy of a novel (e.g.the "real" Maria). This update made me laugh more than usual - "a Bulgarian dagger into her cold Transylvanian heart..." sounded like something out of "the Historian". Sounds like you had a clearer view of the city from the tram than we did. You have to love a castle with a "hookah lounge". Alyssa would have found your bathroom accommodations interesting. There is definitely something different about Romania. Look forward to seeing pictures again & hearing from you in Istanbul. |
| 17th July 2006 Mary | I agree - From: Roaming 'round Romania I agree with Ben. I just wish I knew what all the crap you're stuffing your face with actually is. |
| 16th July 2006 Dad | Dracula's Castle - From: Roaming 'round Romania Jeff, I remember how beautiful the Romanian countryside is - a juxtaposition of modern & ancient, rich & poor. Any horse drawn wagons block the roads you were on? Wondering if you're planning to take Kasia to Vlad's summer castle. I really miss the pics, but it's OK if we have to wait to see them. Don't let it upset you. I think your headed to Brasov which will be nice. Love, Dad~ |
| 15th July 2006 Ben | Food - From: Roaming 'round Romania Jeff, reading your travel blog makes me hungry. |
| 15th July 2006 Henry | Cha Cha! - From: Roaming 'round Romania Hey Chach! it's your beloved sister Hayley! Your blog is so fun to read, i love how u eat your feelings away with cake! lol and im totaly jealous of ur jeans i wish i could afford $120 jeans. whatev glad ur having fun and stuffing your face. keep up with your "hot spanish" lol I can t wait untill we can see you! Love you <3<3 Hayley |
| 15th July 2006 Danielle | - From: Roaming 'round Romania I love reading about your adventures, Jeff! :) Danielle |
| 14th July 2006 Irene | Budapest - From: Was there last year in November, Dec. Fab. your writing brings so much of it back and the pictures, I was there and there Thank you |
| 13th July 2006 Daniela :) | Yo - From: OMG I didn't know I could leave you comments! Your summer appears to be going amazingly sofar! I am so jealous! I miss you so much Jeff! I'm not sure where you will be by August, but if you can please send me some address where I can reach you and hopefully I will send you a postcard from Colombia :) Can't wait to see you in the spring :) Enjoy the rest of your summer!!!!! -Danielle |
| 13th July 2006 Mary | Love - From: wow, I love that everything looks so fancy! even the market. and that metal tree for the holocaust is awesome. |
| 13th July 2006 Peter | - From: Just let me precise that langos is not fried in lard but in sunflower oil and it is not more heart-stopper then french fries with cheese or a Texasburger. Anyway take care and have a good time in Budapest! Peter from Bp. |
| 13th July 2006 victor (spain) | hi - From: hey jeff, que tal va tu viaje, espero que te lo estes pasando muy bien acabo de ver y leer lo de budapest, a mi fue una ciudad que me gusto mucho. bueno nos vemos por madrid muchos saludos aaaaaaaadios |
| 13th July 2006 Jarek | :0 - From: Cześć słoneczko..:) Kto to Billy???:) |
| 12th July 2006 Dad~ | Billy Idol!!! - From: Though I've never been been inclined to being a groupie of any kind, I would be impressed if I ran into Billy Idol, the British Rock Legend & had my picture taken with him. How did that happen? I thought Billie looks damn good, though I wish he had his signature snarl instead of a smile. Of course what I really enjoyed was the picture of the Broiled goose liver - yum. |
| 12th July 2006 Kristina | - From: hey Jeffrey, I love reading your posts because a) they are generally hilarious and b) I know you're having fun. although, I am kind of sad you didn't stop in Slovakia to say hello to my crazy family. you know they would have handed you a drink or eight! (here, I would type out that Slavic toast, but I don't want to embarrass myself with an attempt at spelling it!) stay safe! love you! |
| 12th July 2006 Mom | I want to hear about Billy! - From: The blog is incomplete!!! Tell me all about Billy Idol! |
| 11th July 2006 Dad~ | Great pics of Budapest! - From: And on we go further eastward to the land of the Magyars... Thanks for the BD call from Budapest. Nice guy to let you use his personal phone. These are some of your best pictures yet. Do you remember the wedding we saw the last time we visited St. Matthius church? That's the same place you had the outdoor concert with the Youth Symphony. The baths at the Hotel spa (name starts with a "G") on the Danube are supposed to be among the best in Europe. Food as always looked good. Hungarian is defintely a very different language. I'm going to forward your link so that Don Sandel's wife Georgie (who speaks Hungarian) can get a peek at the mother land. Thanks again for anothe great blog update! |
| 11th July 2006 Mo | - From: And on we go further eastward to the land of the Magyars... How awesome!! I love reading about your adventures!!! Tesco is amazing, it is based in UK. We used to shop there!! I miss you, live it up my little Slav!!!!! love, mo |
| 10th July 2006 Karen | Mythical Bird - From: And on we go further eastward to the land of the Magyars... That bird is very similar to the one that flew under the SUV driving in front of me yesterday. I drove into the remnants of the exploded fowl and now am tortured by the picture of the statue. Good times in Mundelein! Love you! |
| 9th July 2006 Karen | Defenestration - From: Almost all Pragued out After this, I'm going to have to look through all my own pics from Prague. Such fun! Don't forget to call your Dad for his birthday today! =) Love, -K |
| 8th July 2006 Dad~ | Ridiculously Funny - From: Almost all Pragued out ...that's what this blog is. Your factual descriptions were funny even when you weren't trying to be. Kutna Hora looks like a church right of an Edward Gorey drawing. It reminded me slightly of the catacombs we saw in Paris. I almost pissed in my pants remembering the "defenestration" comment. Have a safe trip to Budapest. |
| 8th July 2006 Rachel | yay - From: Almost all Pragued out hey cha cha!!!! sounds like your having a pretty amazing time. Love the fact that Kasia was flashing pictures in the woman's face-awesome. I love all the pics, that chandeleir thing is crazy! Be safe!!love you!-rach- |
| 8th July 2006 Suzy | Dumplings - From: Almost all Pragued out Your dumplings look like volcanic rocks!I hope they tasted better than they looked. In any event, I truly enjoy checking out all the food that you are sampling. Glad you are having a wonderful adventure. |
| 7th July 2006 Dad~ | Greetings from Bean Town - From: Land of the Bohemian crown... Ican't believe how good your pictures look on my Blackberry. I'm in Boston on business & just finished reading your blog which brought back a flood of memories.I wish Iwas there enjoying a beer with my son. Pilsner Urquel is still one of my favorite beers. Very impressed with your multilinguism.Keep those food pics coming. Love, Dad~ |
| 7th July 2006 Michael | lamb - From: Land of the Bohemian crown... Hey Jeff, While you're in Prague, you should go to a restaraunt on the North Side of the Charles Bridge. It is practically underneath the North Steps...it has the best lamb I have ever had. Glad to hear that all is still going well |
| 6th July 2006 Theresa | huh - From: Land of the Bohemian crown... i love the doll with the sharp little teeth. it's a little bit cute but also a little bit "i want to feast on your blood" which is cool.. (? lol) and i love the caption "MUSEUM OF COMMUNISM IS HERE!!" it screams, "Look no further...you've found it!! come oooonnnnnn in!!" all very interesting. and oy, i spoke spanish over the phone today at work. I felt proud for all three minutes of it...but who knows about my other 92 days upcoming... |
| 6th July 2006 Ii | - From: Land of the Bohemian crown... Oh, Jeff, how the memories came flooding back of our wonderful trip to Prague 5 years ago! Your photos brought smiles to me, as well as to my co-workers who kept looking over my shoulder. (They couldn't help coming to my side since I kept screaming with joy!) Thanks for the food pix; I loved the food, too!! |
| 6th July 2006 Jarek | zdjęcia - From: Land of the Bohemian crown... Najfajniejsze są te zdjęcia z Wami i Pragą w tle..:) |
| 6th July 2006 Christine | - From: Land of the Bohemian crown... I love those matriska dolls! i think that picture of it with fangs might give me nightmares haha. |
| 6th July 2006 Cara | Praha como no - From: Land of the Bohemian crown... Since you are doing the food tour of Eastern Europe you must stop at this fantastic cafe in Mala Strana for breakfast or lunch. At present, its name is escaping me, but take the first (or maybe the second) left after you cross the Charles Bridge, follow the road around until you see the most precious cafe is your entire life on the right. It should be across from an English university or something like that. The cappuccinos are fantastic as are the massive crepes (aka pancakes). I will post again once I figure out the name. Bien hecho con el espanol - disfruta tu viaje!! |
| 5th July 2006 Jarek | :) - From: w Wrocławie kolejne miasto...a ja czekam na Ciebie w Warszawie..:) fajne zdjecia...:)) szczegolnie jedzenia.. az ślinka cieknie..:) |
| 5th July 2006 Francine | Hello - From: w Wrocławie Hey Jeff, I feel like I'm reading a food blog, too. I have been keeping up with your trip, and so glad you take the time to write with such detail. Continue to be safe... |
| 5th July 2006 tourist | beer church - From: w Wrocławie Hey, Thats not a church - that's the town hall :). But hey, I *HAVE* seen stranger advertisments on churches in Poland - try the Da Vinci code movie advertising itself on the main Church in Warsaw.... |
| 4th July 2006 Karen | Peacocks and Trout! - From: Back in Warszawa but already time to go... I love that you are thinking of me out there as you are taking pictures and updating your blog! :-) Even though they give me the willies, I do enjoy seeing all you are experiencing! Love you! |
| 3rd July 2006 Meg | Miss you - From: Back in Warszawa but already time to go... I am so jealous. You should write a book about traveling since you're such an expert. I wish my summer was exciting. But I can't wait to travel with you in the fall! Did I tell you that we're going to Casablanca, cause we are, but I need to go with you since you're an expert in hostels. I love you. Make good choices! |
| 3rd July 2006 Jarek | again - From: Back in Warszawa but already time to go... Juz dawno nie spedzilem tak milo czasu jak z Wami w Wilanowie.. szkoda, ze musieliscie wyjechac.. Mam nadzieje, ze uda sie Nam jeszcze kiedys spotkac.............................................:( |
| 3rd July 2006 poljerry | Jarek - From: Back in Warszawa but already time to go... Ju| dawno nie spdziBem tak miBo czasu jak z Wami w Wolanowie.. szkoda, |e musieli[cie wyjecha.. Mam nadziej, |e uda si Nam jeszcze kiedy[ spotka.............................................:( |
| 3rd July 2006 Paul Avakian | You lucky bum!!! - From: Back in Warszawa but already time to go... I don't know you but I'm jealous!!!! Cannot go to Poland with my Polish wife until she gets her visa. She's a student here in U.S. and we married in Feb. I'm dying to see this country!!! Have fun & enjoy. I'm enjoying your stories. All the best.......... |
| 2nd July 2006 Mom | Freakin awesome - From: Back in Warszawa but already time to go... Enjoyed reading your blog. I love how everything is about the food - we taught you well! I can't wait to hear about your visit with Krysia. Also, we are adding more and more people to view your blog. Everyone finds it quite entertaining!! |
| 2nd July 2006 Mary | - From: Back in Warszawa but already time to go... I'm jealous that you get to see peacocks in real life. They're so cool |
| 2nd July 2006 Ii and Oyeah | - From: Back in Warszawa but already time to go... Hi, dearest nephew, Uncle Ray wants to know if the Big Macs taste the same in Poland as back home. That way, he knows there is food he would enjoy in Poland. Ii |
| 2nd July 2006 Vanessa | - From: Back in Warszawa but already time to go... I agree with Mary and Christine...I feel like I'm on this trip with you, but your entries do totally revolve around food. Miss you Jeff...and BC won't be the same without you. <3 Vanessa |
| 1st July 2006 Dad~ | - From: On the Baltic Coast... I saw your update from Gdansk just before I left for Duke University Wednesday, so I printed it to read on the plane. I shared it with my colleagues who were very impressed with the blog & greatly amused. I do remember the ice cream being especially good in Gdansk. Saw from your e-mail you're already back in Warsaw. Would love to hear what you thought of Wilanow. I really enjoyed reading the blog entries in Polish from Jerry. Is that Kasia's cousin? Anyway, have a great timein Warsaw & be safe. I'm off through July 4th & leaving for Boston Wednesday - visiting Mass General & Brigham & Women's Hospital. Call before then if you can. Love, Dad~ |
| 29th June 2006 poljerry | :) - From: On the Baltic Coast... Rodzinna wyprawa..:)hmm miBo bdzie..:) obowizkowo zapraszam do Warszawy..:) |
| 29th June 2006 Ii | - From: On the Baltic Coast... Dzien Dobry od twojej kochanej Cioci. Ja bardzo lubie czytach gdzie ty i Krysia jestescie! What an adventure you are on! I only wish I was so brave; I need a tour group to go with. Your Dad suggested that we all go to Poland; even your Uncle agreed! |
| 29th June 2006 Jerry | - From: On the Baltic Coast... Szkoda, że nie mogłem pojechać z Wami..:( Byłem we wszystkich ciekawych miejscach Polski ale nigdy nie zwiedzałem ich jak prawdziwy turysta - tak jak Wy..:) Do zobaczenia wieczorem w Warszawie..:* p.s. jeśli tak lubisz jedzenie to musisz zjeść: kapuśniak, rosół, pomidorową, schabowy, mielone... :) Prawdziwe Polskie jedzenie..:) |
| 29th June 2006 Karen | Birds and Eels - From: On the Baltic Coast... I think you took those pictures just for me. I do love those wonderous creatures of the sky and waters... |
| 28th June 2006 Mom | Hello back to you - From: On the Baltic Coast... FYI - your Gdansk blog came through 5 times in my e-mail. You got some KitKat in the mail. Glad to hear from you. Be safe, please. |
| 28th June 2006 Christine | :-* - From: On the Baltic Coast... I love getting emails from Travelblog! I feel like I'm taking this trip with you when I read your updates. I want desperately to chill out in a different country. When I go away I'm always sight seeing with the family and don't really get to do what I want. You better keep this up when you're in Spain! I'm sad I missed you online the other day, I miss you. Glad to see you're having an awesome time though. Keep having fun!! Love |
| 28th June 2006 Mary | - From: On the Baltic Coast... First of all, I would like to comment on how much your blog entries revolve around food. Only you, Jeff. Haha. I love it. Plus, are there eyes on that eel??? Someday I'm going to recruit your to go with me to lots of strange restaurants and make me eat a lot of strange things. I decided I need to be more cultured. :-X Miss you, love! |
| 27th June 2006 Jarek | :) - From: ja kocham warszawa Fajny opis..:) szkoda ze nie wszystko rozumiem.. ale posiedzę w wolnej chwili ze słownikiem..:)) Szkoda, że będziesz w Warszawie jeszcze tylko pare dni..:( Szkoda, że taki fajny koleś i mieszka tak daleko..:( |
| 27th June 2006 Hayley | Hey You! - From: ja kocham warszawa WOW, i can't believe you're in Poland while i sit for 4 hours every morning listening to a crazy lady trying to teach my class how to use computers-i would definately say IM JEALOUS! Poland is gorgoues! I love the pictures and that palace seems amazing. Sry I haven't been commenting but i usually sleep if im not in typing.I'm glad your having so much fun.be safe I miss you! Love you!~Hayley (ps. i love the name slavicnerd-fits u perfectly) |
| 27th June 2006 Karen | Hi Kiddo! - From: ja kocham warszawa Thanks for continuing the extensive updates! It's so fun to read! |
| 27th June 2006 Karen | Hey Big J! - From: Dzien dobry, jeszcze raz od Krakowie! So happy to hear/see from you! I just returned from NY so have some catching up to do on your great pics and narration. Take good care of yourself and Kasia too! Love you, kiddo! |
| 26th June 2006 Mom | cool polak - From: ja kocham warszawa Loved the commentary and photos - yes, you are such a cool polak. Say hello to Lech Walesa when you get to Gdansk. |
| 26th June 2006 Francine | - From: ja kocham warszawa Insurgent wannabees...LOL. |
| 25th June 2006 wishesandstars | - From: Dzien dobry, jeszcze raz od Krakowie! i'm loving the food updates, haha! well i miss ya...& i'm glad you're having fun! and this time i mean it when i say that *i will see ya in spain!!!* |
| 23rd June 2006 Ike | Glad to see you are enjoying the trip - From: Czesc od Krakowie!!! Really enjoyed reading about your travels and seeing the pictures. Give me some tips and suggestions for Prague. Stay safe, well and in touch |
| 23rd June 2006 Pamela | hiya stranger! - From: Dzien dobry, jeszcze raz od Krakowie! I thiiiiiiiiiiiiink we are going to have to roll you back to BC come spring semester. But I wanted to tell you that I hope you are having a fantastic time, Boston is beautiful in the summer but clearly not as beautiful as Poland. Keep making your amazing entries, you. You're making my summer oh-so-much-more exciting, it feels like I'm traveling with you : ) |
| 23rd June 2006 Cara | holla - From: Dzien dobry, jeszcze raz od Krakowie! Hello sweet Jeff....glad to hear that all is well in Poland. Still chillin with the family in Firenze before going to the motherland in a few days. I picked you up a little something in Praha -- yeah, I didnt really think about how I was going to get it to you between now and January. hmph. In other news, Ryan told me that he is going to propse to Krissy and I am supposed to find out what kind of ring she wants without spoiling the surprise. More details to follow. Ciao bello! |
| 22nd June 2006 Mel | - From: Dzien dobry, jeszcze raz od Krakowie! those cheeses look like cicadas!! |
| 22nd June 2006 Dad~ | Considering travel writing as a career? - From: Dzien dobry, jeszcze raz od Krakowie! Well Jeff despite Marian's photographic ineptness the photos you've posted are amazing. Seeing the Wawel, Sukiennica & Czestochowa brought back memories. You may recall I never got to Zakopane because of flooding & now I know what I missed. It is unbelievably beautiful. Mom & I are really enjoying your very descriptive updates & photos. I appreciate the effort you put into your blog. Take care of yourself & don't eat too much smalec! Love, Dad~ |
| 22nd June 2006 Mom | Lubiem czytac twoje slowa - From: Dzien dobry, jeszcze raz od Krakowie! That means, I like to read your words. Anyways, this communication is absolutely amazing. I loved the photos (yes, Zakopane is beautiful) and laughed at all of your comments. It all sounds phenomenal. Please thank the pseudo-relatives for everything they are doing for you. I hope Krysia will do the same. Anxious to hear from you soon!!!! |
| 22nd June 2006 Francine | great pictures - From: Dzien dobry, jeszcze raz od Krakowie! Hey Jeff, the pictures are great! The one of you in fron of Morskie Oko is a good one of you. |
| 22nd June 2006 Ii | I want to join you - From: Dzien dobry, jeszcze raz od Krakowie! Poland is more beautiful than I could have imagined! Your photos make me desire to plan a trip. Besides, your Uncle Ray always said he wanted to go to Poland -- at least that's before he realized he'd have to cross the Atlantic! |
| 21st June 2006 Ii | - From: Czesc od Krakowie!!! What a scrapbooking opportunity! I can see it now: 3 weeks in Poland and 6 scrapbooks as a result!! You know how OCD I am! Love you |
| 21st June 2006 Марина | - From: Czesc od Krakowie!!! That's so awesome, I'm glad you got to go to Auschwitz, I want to go someday. It looks amazing, I can't wait to see you in a few months! я тебя люблю!! Марина |
| 21st June 2006 anonymous | holy crap - From: Czesc od Krakowie!!! holy crap am i jealous... see that glass your holding in your hand in that first picture? i own that glass. in fact, ive got it in my hand right now. some words of wisdom for ya: stolen beer glasses make the best souvenirs. theyre awesome, totally functional, and FREE. na stravi! christy |
| 21st June 2006 Dad~ | Great to see & hear from you! - From: Czesc od Krakowie!!! Well son, your blog was worth waiting for. What great photos. Believe it or not I recognize many of the sites though my own visit was over 30 years ago. Krakow was my favorite city then & I hear it's only gotten better. I see you carry on the family tradition of taking photos of food. Please post a photo of any memorable & photogenic meal you encounter. I remember feeling spent after I visited Auchswitz. I understood afterwards why my cousin Grazyna couldn't go through it with us afterwards. You & Kasia look great. I'll look forward to your next post. Love you, Dad~ |
| 21st June 2006 Miss Richard | Wow! - From: Czesc od Krakowie!!! Everything looks so amazing and I am glad you two are having fun and are still alive (LOL). Everytime Nato and I see cool sunglasses or hear Rihanna's "Unfaithful" we think of you. We both miss you tons and hope you continue to have fun and stay alive. Tu Amigo, Andres |
| 21st June 2006 Ii and Oyeah | Socks and sandals - From: Czesc od Krakowie!!! Your uncle is out right now looking for new socks to go with his new sandals. We LOVED the photos you sent. |
| 21st June 2006 Uli | Czesc - From: Czesc od Krakowie!!! Wow. I felt like I was there. Great decriptions. A great start to your travels. A very hospitable welcome indeed. Czesc to Kasia too. |
| 20th June 2006 meg | miss you - From: Czesc od Krakowie!!! you look super cute!!! sometimes i worry about your safety, given how attractive you are. so yes im being a mom when i say this, but be careful and make good choices on your adventures, but also have loads and loads of fun. (esp watch out for unique hair colors, i will not stand for your getting caught up with a group of rainbowed haired poles(?) and returning with any color hair besides your God-given blonde locks) |
| 15th June 2006 Francine | Safe travels! - From: Getting Ready To Leave... Hey Jeff, have a wonderful wonferdul time. Be safe. Looking forward to your stories. |
| 15th June 2006 Ii | Don't Forget - From: Getting Ready To Leave... Hi, darling nephew, Don't forget to take your rosary that I brought you back from Medjugorje! That way I know you and Kasia will be safe. I'll miss you much. |
| 15th June 2006 Alissa | NOOOOOO - From: Getting Ready To Leave... DON'T LEAVE ME!!!!!!!!!! I like how I am so distraught about you leaving when I would not even really see you anyway. I guess I just like knowing you are only in Chicago or Boston so I COULD see you... Have so much fun, I will miss you :( |
| 15th June 2006 Maryclaire | Bon Voyage! - From: Getting Ready To Leave... This is so exciting! If I see you keeping up your blog, I'll have no excuse when it comes my turn to do the same. Have a good flight! |
| 15th June 2006 Mary, Your Lover | DON'T GO! - From: Getting Ready To Leave... I think the title pretty much explains it all... I can't believe your leaving already. And I can't believe I won't see you again until January. This saddens me immensely. Who will I get to watch make a drunken fool out of himself? I miss you terribly already! |
| 15th June 2006 Jan | We will miss you!!!!!!!!!!! - From: Getting Ready To Leave... Have a safe trip!! We will miss you! I can't wait to read about your adventures. Be safe! I love you! Love, Jani |
| 15th June 2006 Uli | Almost there - From: Getting Ready To Leave... You can't fool me, that backpack needs a little more. I'm glad I saw you recently and got to wish you a wonderful time for your great learning journey. I look forward to getting updates and hearing how your journey is progressing. A chance of a lifetime. Bon Voyage!!!! Love, Uli |
