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| 28th July 2009 IslandWolfMan | Perfectly Good Pants - From: Coffee, pants, and wine. YES. As a Canadian wanting pants, you should have been looking in the ditch. For you others, look up Corner Gas. |
| 7th July 2009 Steve | Cold Showers - From: My name is Jessica, and I have an internet problem Jess don't you remember PJ'99 all they had were cold showers there! |
| 7th July 2009 Steve | Cold Showers - From: My name is Jessica, and I have an internet problem Jess don't you remember PJ'99 all they had were cold showers there! |
| 5th July 2009 IslandWolfMan | Great Photos - From: Under the Umbrella Tree I looked at the photos on Flickr first and I zoomed in to confirm that was a pit viper. I was not pleased, until I read that your guide took the photo -- I should never have doubted you. That's a female Slaty-tailed Trogon in your last picture and she's holding a feather (possibly from a Great Green Macaw). I was pretty keen on the trogons at the Toronto Zoo in 1975 and used to watch them a lot. There's no way that can compare to seeing them in the wild. I'm envious. Keep those pictures coming. |
| 3rd July 2009 Louise Page | - From: In Costa Rica, but without my boys Dear Jessica, Thanks so much for taking the time to write this - in the middle of getting yourself set-up in Costa Rica. I'm going to try to be cool and not say anything about you flying off to Costa Rica without cash (ohmygodohmygod). Obviously I very much hope that your hostel passed muster and is mostly free of biting things. It would be great to have a few geckos crawling up the walls (they eat the little biting things) and you could watch their adhesive foot pads in action. Please get some sleep! Well I hope that Costa Rica is every bit as beautiful as we've been led to believe. Keep the blog entries coming! Love Mom |
| 3rd July 2009 Dad | Pics would be good - From: In Costa Rica, but without my boys That's a country I'l probably never get to, so pictures would be a big help. Hope you brought your binos, Costa Rica has some spectacular birding. Have a great time and see you in a few weeks. |
| 16th March 2009 Katelyn S | Interesting Site - From: Hitler's Grave is a Dirt Parking Lot--No Joke Even if there is just a few remains, he is where he belongs guys! He doesn't deserve this big fancy gravesite thing! He killed so many people and never had a pinch of emotion for it, not one single emotional bone in his body! This man was sick and doesn't even deserve recognition! This person was a cold and heartless man. He kill so many innocent people, for no good reason. They hadn't done anything to him but stay with their religion and I would have done the same thing because my religion is importaint to me and I would give up anything for it. I would give up my life for it because you don't drop your religion because someone says so! You stick with what you believe in! God would take care of me if my life was taken and I would have everything I needed...so ya know what? Take my life because I won't change my religion but When judgement day comes We'll see who the sorry ones are. ~Katelyn |
| 29th December 2008 Kamilla Dietrichson | Cool blog from your trip to Berlin - From: Hitler's Grave is a Dirt Parking Lot--No Joke Just wanted to help you out with the name of the Berlin gate, it's called Brandenburger Tor. :) Happy holidays Sincerely, Kamilla |
| 31st August 2008 IslandWolfMan | How about an update? - From: OK... one more entry, though Vancouver doesn't really deserve Travelblog status Tofino and TO might qualify for a blog entry. |
| 29th November 2007 Mom | - From: It's A Different World South of the Border Great posting Jessica. I forgot to bring home my computer's AC adapter last night and just about ran down the battery while reading your very long missive. I suspect that the Vancouver meeting will be a come-down after the Quito activities. At the very least there will be a lot less sun, booze, music, and dancing. I look forward to seeing the promised pics when you return to Victoria. Love Mom |
| 28th November 2007 Uncle Dave | North or South - From: Prayer At The Middle of the World Make up your mind. Are you still a Northerner or have you switched ranks? Cherish these days. I'm sure you realize how fortunate you are having done what you have in the last year. Good for you Jess; enjoy yourself. Uncle Dave |
| 24th November 2007 IslandWolfMan | Don't blame the shower - From: World Tour Continues. Next Stop: Ecuador! Writing is always ying/yang Jess. Don't lose the artistic side for the temporary expedience of your academic career. I'm sorry I have to send you out of town to read your writing again but it is a joy to us all. And don't blame the hotel for the drain backing up -- Oh yee, Queen of the hour long shower. Love always, Dad |
| 24th November 2007 Mike Tennisco | Jet Set Jessica - From: World Tour Continues. Next Stop: Ecuador! Hi Jess, Keep going like this and you will end up visiting more of the planet than I have in 25 years in the military! I hope you conitnue to enjoy yourself! I'll see you next week in Vancouver. |
| 24th November 2007 Mom | Not boring at all! - From: World Tour Continues. Next Stop: Ecuador! What a thrill to see that you've reactivated your travel blog! Now it's back to the go old days of checking every day to see what new adventures you've been having. I must let Dawna Brand know about this. Good to hear that you arrived in Quito safely. |
| 29th April 2007 Uncle Dave | - From: The last entry......? Probably not Very perceptive Jess. We are so lucky to live in the country we do, and unfortunately there are those of us that take it for granted. Welcome back! Love Uncle Dave |
| 6th April 2007 Aunt Nancy | No place like home - From: The last entry......? Probably not So Dorothy was right after all. We're so glad you shared your marvelous adventure with all of us. Love, Aunt Nancy |
| 31st March 2007 Mom | - From: The last entry......? Probably not My days will be much the poorer without the anticipation of finding a new blog entry from you. I very much look forward to seeing you in person in the near future. Love Mom |
| 26th March 2007 Mom | - From: Psh. And you call yourself an art museum. Honestly. Hard to believe that World Tour 2006-7 has come to an end. I guess this is my last chance to write a 'comment' because at this moment you're probably jetting back across the Atlantic. I will miss your blog notes greatly - so good of you to conscientiously keep us all posted on your adventures. See you in a few weeks! Love Mom |
| 25th March 2007 Dad | Da Vinci - From: Psh. And you call yourself an art museum. Honestly. Has it been so long that you forgot the DaVinci exhibit at the Royal BC Museum? It was only a very good forgery (err, reproduction) but there was a convincing Mona Lisa that you were within a few feet of, rather than a 30' glance at the real thing. Like you, I much preferred the smaller museums of Europe that had some remarkeable and even famous art that could be examined closely and at leisure. And some of the greatest works were in the churches. Enjoy your last night. "Now, blessings light on him that first invented sleep!" |
| 25th March 2007 Dad again | - From: Memories of Juno Beach--Noooo I'm not talking Canadian surf music here Kelly took gold in 9 (even most Canadians won't know what that means) |
| 25th March 2007 Dad | Not everyone is bored by science - From: Memories of Juno Beach--Noooo I'm not talking Canadian surf music here Why sometimes I watch Daily Planet twice a day. By the way, Jess, I'm scheduled to judge the Science Fair the same weekend as Robbie's wedding. And for all you Canadians, Kelly Scott is defending our honour at the World Championship of Curling in Japan on Sunday. With the time difference, its on at 10 Saturday night here. I said she looked unstoppable at the start of the Scottie and she has only lost one game in 2 tournaments since. Look out 2010. Looking forward to seeing you next week, Jess. |
| 23rd March 2007 Mom | - From: Fondue Fun and Other Amazing Times (WARNING: Do not read if you are studying for exams!) How will you ever be satisfied again when you return to your life back in Victoria? I like to think that your social class is not all that low. |
| 19th March 2007 Mom | - From: And the beer was blessed by God OK. We've been in suspense long enough - What happened after the beer was blessed by god? Did you connect with your friends in the Alps? What was on display at the Red Cross Museum? Looking forward to an update. |
| 10th March 2007 Dad | Congratulations Senator - From: More crazy keyboards. Ahhhh! If you are using XP, you can choose your language options, which includes keyboard mapping. There may be a small FR in the taskbar at the bottom which you can change to EN. Otherwise, there are date/language options in the Control Panel. |
| 10th March 2007 Mom | memorable place names - From: More crazy keyboards. Ahhhh! Hi Jess, Elps Kwelps - what a great name when pronounced by a Canadian tongue. Is the Dutch/French/German pronunciation equally smile-inducing? |
| 5th March 2007 laurel | street signs - From: So much to do, so little internet time jess - i love the differnet walking signs!! i saw a really cute one in france where the red stop man had his hands on his hips :P |
| 4th March 2007 Scouter Mike T | Berlin Wall - From: Hitler's Grave is a Dirt Parking Lot--No Joke I know it dates me a bit, but I can remember watching on TV as the wall came down near the Brandenburg Gate. A friend of mine was actually there that New Years and brought me home a little piece of it. When I visited Germany, I couldn't cross from West to East, so I envy you the opportunity!!! Enjoy your travels and keep posting! |
| 2nd March 2007 Mom | secret message - From: Hitler's Grave is a Dirt Parking Lot--No Joke The question is: What is my secret message? I've tried to scruitinize the writing on the PAGE toilet paper but could learn only that it was a 24 pack. The famous Berlin gate is the Brandenburg gate - It sort of starts with an 'F' if you leave out a few pieces of the letter 'B'. Your photo of this historic structure with the sunset in the background is fabulous - thanks so much from all of us for running to get it in time (see... you're clearly in better shape these days!). |
| 2nd March 2007 puppylover22 | Yah, you're right - From: Hitler's Grave is a Dirt Parking Lot--No Joke OK, OK, you're right about the grave part. Barnaby DID tell us that the Russians eventually found his body and stole the skull and dumped the ashes in the river and identified him using dental records and everything, but I'm sure there's still SOME ash reminants in that area... It's still a really historically fascinating spot for me, for sure! |
| 2nd March 2007 Paul Brewer | Sorry - From: Hitler's Grave is a Dirt Parking Lot--No Joke What a great website ! However...that parking lot is indeed where Hitler was set in a shallow trench and burned...but he isn't buried there. The Russians removed the charred remains of which a piece of Hitlers craniun and dental bridge are all that remain. By the way, the Hotel Adlon doormen are cool about letting you in to check it out. Iv'e been to the big "B" many times and on both sides before the wall came down. |
| 1st March 2007 Mom | stomach obsession - From: Sickies, sickies, everywhere! Woman also compulsively put their hands on their stomach when they're simply putting on weight and it's all ending-up in that particular spot! I speak from experience. Please don't get sick again. I have my fingers crossed for you (when they aren't on my stomach). |
| 27th February 2007 Mom | toast - From: Maastricht: Home Sweet Fake Home Loved the toast story. So nice to know that absent-mindedness is not my exclusive domain within the family. Maybe toast abstinence can be your default item for Lent. I also got a chuckle from your stories about your friends' broken Lent commitments - the road to hell... Hope you enjoyed Nelly. Best wishes, Mom |
| 24th February 2007 Aunt Nancy | - From: Yah, I can't think of a clever title tonight. Sorry! How about "Is that a tugboat on your head or are you just happy to see me?" |
| 21st February 2007 Dad | - From: Yah, I can't think of a clever title tonight. Sorry! My suggestion for a title is "Even Vegans like Carnivale in Maastrich" |
| 21st February 2007 Bingley, Mike Bingley | - From: The Sistine Chapel and Vatican City. Wow. I'm told that the Swiss still have the best trained army and the largest one per capita in the world but aren't allowed to send it anywhere but the Vatican because of treaties - their neutrality dates back to the days when they were the best trained mercenaries in the world. |
| 20th February 2007 Dad | - From: SPARTA! (clap clap clap) SPARTA! Hockey and blimps just naturally go together ;) The Canucks have a flying whale. http://www.norburnrc.com/flyingwhales.htm Sounds like a Salmon Kings game. Always a good time. |
| 20th February 2007 More Dad | - From: I know, I know, I'm bad for not updating Those soldiers appear to have learned how to march by watching the Wizard of Oz. Speaking of which (witch?) I got this episode on tape. You're going to love it. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OmQBsh26LCE |
| 20th February 2007 Dad | - From: Longest Train Day EVER! That explains why you were on Skype this morning and didn't call me. I went to get a cup of coffee at 9 with the intention of calling you, but when I came back you were gone. Sounds like great fun, but anywhere Phoebe is, fun is just around the corner. |
| 17th February 2007 Aunt Nancy | Jess the Brave One - From: SPARTA! (clap clap clap) SPARTA! Do you know that children's book? I just wanted to remind you how much those of us who know (and love) you enjoy your fabulous travelogue. You are so full of life! Your voice comes through in every entry - funny, free-spirited, full of curiosity. Bring on the questionable wine, the riot police, the strudel stealer - "I'm not afraid, I'm Canadian!" You make us smile. |
| 15th February 2007 Dad again | Free Internet - From: Out of the land of the Euro Free internet but no updates for 3 days ;) Happy Valentines Day, Jess. |
| 11th February 2007 Emily Rae | - From: A trip on the Titanic Hello, from a fellow travelblogger! I'm going to be traveling to Italy in a month or two and was wondering if you could give me some advice on getting around. I want to see...well, everything...and thought that a train pass would be easiest. The only one I've seen offers just three days within two months - I'll be in Italy for a week and want to travel more than that! I'm also a student. Any advice? Email: travel_goddess@hotmail.co.uk |
| 10th February 2007 Dad | Canon A300 Settings - From: Bologna and Venice, cont. Your camera has a setting for cloudy days that boosts contrast. Its worth taking pictures anyway and fixing them with software later. You should check that you have automatic white balance (AWB) on the rest of the time. Use the FUNC button to get the menu. http://www.imaging-resource.com/PRODS/A300/A30A.HTM |
| 9th February 2007 Mom | - From: Bologna and Venice, cont. Hi Jess and Derek, A shame that Venice was so expensive. I seem to remember it being quite a bit cheaper than Rome when we were there years ago. Hope you like Vanity Fair. I read it a few years back and liked it - as I recall it dealt alot with the road to dispair when pursuing a course of trying to keep-up an expensive, fashionable lifestyle to impress the Jones's. I certainly hope that your most recent outbreak of bug bites receed soon. Alec will be arriving in Honolulu next week so it will be great to see him again. I really hope that you like Venice. I had a marvellous time their while attending a Mollusc Symposium about 6 years ago. It's really a charming city. Love Mom |
| 9th February 2007 Dad | Plaid - From: Bologna and Venice, cont. Burberry Plaid. The scarf is real but my trenchcoat is a fake. With the scarf, I can pull it off though. |
| 4th February 2007 Mom | - From: $12 an hour!!!!!! Hi Jessica. Venice was our favourite city when your Dad and I were in Italy. I hope it is just as lovely in the winter. Mind you, in certain spots it is necessary to hold breath as the sewage pipes occasionally spring leaks and the smell is pretty ripe! As an undergraduate, I took a course titled "The Roman Republic" as an Arts option. It really made seeing the sites of Rome all that more interesting, although most of the big historical monuments are from the Empire period. We ate lots of pizza in Italy because it was the only thing that we could afford. |
| 2nd February 2007 Dad | Groundhog Day - From: $12 an hour!!!!!! Foggy on Groundhog Day is good -- means the end of winter. Try to check your email or call me collect. |
| 31st January 2007 laurel | holy!!! - From: The Sistine Chapel and Vatican City. Wow. man jess! i can't believe all the places you've been already!!!! that's so awesome!!! say hi to derek from me!! |
| 30th January 2007 Dad again | WOW - From: The Sistine Chapel and Vatican City. Wow. Is that coincidence? Bill Gates released Windows Vista today and the motto is "Wow". |
| 30th January 2007 Dad | Vatican Guards - From: The Sistine Chapel and Vatican City. Wow. I should have mentioned that they took your camera but gave it back when you left the Vatican if you tried to take a picture in the Sistine Chapel. It was still under restoration (in 1989) and they only let a limited number of people in a time. As neat as the Coliseum was I much more enjoyed wandering the Forum and the Palatine hill all day with a detailed guidebook that identified all the sites. It was 35oC and we pretty much had the place to ourselves. We'll compare pics when you get home. Don't forget to have a bologna sandwich (you'll have as much trouble trying to get a Danish in Copenhagen). |
| 28th January 2007 Aunt Nancy | Travel in Italy - From: A trip on the Titanic You're going to have a fabulous time travelling in Italy. I've sent you the contact information for you uncle's cousin in Cosenza via email. They're in the "toe of the boot" so I don't know if you're going to head south down the coast (a wonderful trip if you do) or continue north through Europe. For a nice but reasonably priced dinner in Roma we recommend Tre Amici (down a side street from the Parthenon). Con amore |
