amyandmike

So internet has been infrequent. We get it on Mike's IPOD Touch sometimes and that is why we are able to update Facebook so easily but typing out an entire blog on a key pad that is smaller than a credit card can be a bit bothersome. Espcially when you get it all typed and than the internet fails. So anyway.....the rest of Italy was amazing. We saw a lot of history, art, and churches. When in Rome we saw Michelle Obama at the St. Peter's Basilica. That was pretty cool. Sorento was gorgeous as was the Isle of Capri. The color blue in the blue grotto can not be described in words. I thought Venice was great. I wish I had another day or two there to explore. LOTS of random streets and alleys. We ... read more

We had the best workout day today! I'm gonna keep this short, since I'm not at an Internet cafe, and the wireless is a little spotty, but we'll fill in the details later. Paris people are beautiful. It must be in the water, because the sidewalk feels more like a catwalk. Stunning! Today we took an incredible 3 1/2 hour bike tour through the side streets of Paris. If you ever come visit Paris, look into Bike About Tours. It's an independent tour company put together by an American and a Kiwi. Wonderful guys who really know their stuff. We then came back to the apartment and rested before we had a wonderful picnic underneath the Eiffel Tower. We had a great spread of wine, cheese, and bread. It was a perfect meal. By the way, ... read more

We have typed this blog twice now and hopefully the saying is true...third try is a charm!! Wireless is so touchy. Our trip to England was wonderful and we can't wait to go back. We did a lot of walking and sightseeing but didn't end up seeing or doing everything. We stubled upon Buckingham Palace by accident and were ammazed by how much it is like the White House. Well, in the sense that it is a big grand house and there are people standing and staring at the gate. Of course this was way nicer, far less homeless people, and had men in cool hats. We then walked through a large portion of Hyde Park. While there we were able to here the Killers getting ready for thier performance the next day. Mike was super ... read more

Day one of being in London has come to a close. Our flight was VERY nice on Virgin Atlantic, and I will definitely take them again in the future. Amy finally got to see Slumdog Millionare, and Mike got caught up on "My Name Is Earl" episodes. After a delightful dinner, we had a beverage to help us sleep. We got a little bit of sleep, but the little kids behind us had other plans. Upon our arrival at Heathrow, we were greeted by Elvena, who even made a sign! Adrian, the little man, picked us up in his appropriately sized little car. We headed back to his mum and dad's house to freshen up. Mike had some difficulty understanding the toilets, much to his embarrasment. We found the house to be, what they call, "quaint ... read more