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July 13th 2007

Published: August 6th 2007

When we last left off I was in Ferrara. Going there to visit Marcello was a very spontaneous decision that turned out to be a highlight of my trip. As soon as we got to his place we set up a table on his patio and decorated it with fresh crostini bread, pasta with homemade pesto, prosciutto, and a bottle of nice cool white wine. Just a typical lunch. Followed by some espresso of course. Then his m... Read Full Entry

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Brandenburg Gate

Berlin.

Government buildings

Where the last stand took place during the Battle of Berlin.

Russian Monument

This is a monument for all the Russian soldiers that died in the Battle of Berlin.

Jewish Memorial

Memorial for the murdered Jews of Europe.

Hitler's Bunker

So as not to glamorize it, they destroyed it and built a parking lot on top of it.

Former Nazi Headquarters

In Berlin.

The Berlin Wall

One of a few sections that still remain.

Plaque in the street

Bricks marking where the Berlin Wall once stood.

Checkpoint Charlie

Old US Army checkpoint in Berlin.

Art on the Berlin Wall

More Art on the Berlin Wall

At our hostel in Berlin

Hanging out outside.

Stephanie and Laura

Came with me to see the Short Bus Window Lickers.

Stephanie is a big fan

Getting an autograph.

July 4th Dinner

We had hamburgers, that's about the best you can do in Berlin.

Petra!

Finally made it to Gothenburg to see Petra.

Cool picture

Volvos are very Swedish, especially in Sweden.

Fresh strawberries on the street

Gothenburg specialty.

Poseidon Statue

Walking around Gothenburg.

Building on the top of a hill

After a short walk we came here for a view overlooking the city.

13th July 2007

BryGuy Y
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the end...
it's been epic dude. those pics of the alps look spectacular. can't wait to see ya back in the states.

14th July 2007

AlanZ
Alan Zapolsky

Hey Dude...
Just got done reading...Couldn't you find more pictures with you holding a beer? I caught the comment..."This is how I take um..." See you soon!!!

16th July 2007

Dave & Steph
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Nicey
Brian, you are missed. Glad that things are going great for you.....look forward to seeing you when you come home. Look forward to hearing all the stories from you....when you come home you better give a call.......

16th July 2007

Abbey
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Wow! I have saved all your blogs, and feel like I was part of the trip-but I doubt if I would've or could've done one half of what you did!! So glad you were able to experience it, and when I see you over Thanksgiving-we'll have a lot more to talk about!!! Lots of love, cousin Abbey

24th July 2007

Gianna
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Hello, Can't wait to see you. You are coming home just in time for the Apicella bash at our house. Call me when you get in Thur or Fri.

25th July 2007

anonymous
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and now........
What would you do if you knew that you could not fail?

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