James, I'm really enjoying living vicariously through your journal. Keep the posts coming - your trip already sounds fantastic, and its nice to see and read your experience as it happens.
James-its really nice that your thinking of me. Thanks for the updates on your travels, the pictures of the places you have been are truly breathtaking.
!!! this is great. its going to be where in the world is... i am so envious of all your travels but love the fact that i can live vicariously through you while i roast in 115 degrees weather in phoenix (thats a record high)!!!
Smilla's City Cannot think of Cophenhagen without remembering "Smilla's Sense of Snow." A mystery and page turner, but a wonderful central character and a moving evocation of the relationship between Denmark and Greenland in the landscapes of Copenhagen and Thule. Wish I were there with you do to some literary tourism...
Never Apologize For Alliteration! I probably overuse alliteration, too. I L-O-V-E it!
But, seriously, I'm living vicariously through your trip essays and pics. Try not to think about me sweltering in the Midwestern sun, trying (not always in vain) to write my dissertation.
pregnant? Did I know that? Or is this new news? I swear I can't keep up with my friends and their baby-making ways! When are you due? Anyway, I am indeed having a great time -- I think Copenhagen is going on my top ten list of favorite cities. If it just weren't so damn expensive! (And it's only going to get worse from here on out...) Anyway, I hope you enjoy my ramblings! More soon...
thanks Thank you, Jimmi, for the nice response. I actually do know that the Faroe Islands and Greenland are still Danish territories (I did my homework!) and, as a history teacher, I was aware that Denmark used to be much bigger. Part of my reason for this trip is to explore a big part of these territories. Anyway, I am glad you enjoyed the post!
Hi James-
I was just talking to Kata and telling her I was sure you were going somewhere but for the life of me couldn't remember where. How exciting! I have always wanted to go to Iceland. I saw the funniest No Reservations on Iceland on the Travel Channel. I laughed so hard I almost peed my pants. But then again, I am pregnant so I pee a lot. I love your travel pics and stories James. Hope you are having a blast.
Nancy
Very nice post Interesting post - and interesting journey none the leas.t
I am a Dane living in Copenhagen. A little note to your comment about the territories; Greenland and the Faroe Islands are still Danish territory. Norway and Iceland are independent countries now.
I am not sure if you are aware of this, but Denmark used to be quite a bit larger - other than the parts mentioned above. A large part of Sweden was once Danish, and the Danish border towards Germany was once further south into Germany. The US Virgin Islands were Danish untill 1917 where they were sold to the US.
I hope you will have a wonderful trip.
Friends in Copenhagen Hey James,
Thanks for the posting. Will have to learn more about Tranquebar. I have a few friends in Denmark in case you have time and want to meet some locals. Let me know.
Cheers,
Aly
I blame Thor Heyerdahl for my wanderlust. When I picked up his tale of the Kon-Tiki adventure in third grade, I knew I wanted to explore the world beyond the rural Midwest. Since then, I have had the opportunity to travel extensively, even living abroad for extended periods. And I continue to venture forth whenever I can.
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James, I'm really enjoying living vicariously through your journal. Keep the posts coming - your trip already sounds fantastic, and its nice to see and read your experience as it happens.