Blogs from North America - page 8000

I'm just going to say, I cannot believe NOBODY told me about the crazy fucking rain in this city! One minute it's hot, humid as all get out and the sky is clear as can be. The next minute the sky breaks open over your head, hard, and there is full-on lightning and thunder. Normally the sound of rain and thunder lulls me to a deep and peaceful sleep but the thunder out here is just INSANE. Nightmare inducing loud. Never in my life.... Anyhow, after the Red Rock experience from the night before, Rose and I wanted a good, heavy breakfast yesterday morning. Steve Tynan told me to check out a little place called Good Enough to Eat on the Upper West Side. Oh glorious, glorious sustenance! I ordered the migas scrambled eggs (tortilla chip ... read more

Bahamas North America » United States » North Dakota » Grand Forks By PinkphoenixJune 28th 2007 For my graduation trip, I was able to go on a fantastic cruise to the Bahamas with my daddy! This trip was eventful, and I was able to meet a lot of great people, as well as just go out and have fun. The island of the Bahamas in Nassau was very hot, busy, and was a learning experience. I had to go back to my "small-town" roots and try to remember that big cities are different. I was able to tour the city using a horse and buggy and everything was pink!!! The 3-4 day at Sea we encount... read more

Morning, all! Another quick entry 'cuz I'm on my way out to "pop in" on some friends, literally! Lotsa times I don't like to call anyone, and/or schedule times to meet up - I show up. It's more fun that way, for me anyway! :) Still at UT's, and let me quickly fill you all in on the whole trip's itinerary: I'm here at UT's till 4th of July... July 5 - July 12 - London/England - will go visit my sweet, 94-year old Aunt Brigid outside London, and as well, I hope to hook up with my cousin Rosemarie/her family. May meet up with a friend from my around-the-world trip, too. July 12 - July 20 - Romania-bound for Daniela's wedding! Daniela is a co-worker of mine, originally from Romania. Her story is a true ... read more

Day 17 So, last night was an adventure. We had severe thunderstorm warnings with high wind damage possibilities. 50 mph winds with gusts up to 70mph. The camper was rocking and we heard something in the bathroom. Opening the door, we saw that the wind had ripped off our vent. After stopping to purchase some souvenirs, we bought a new vent. When Benji went to install our new vent, he realized it didn’t fit and we headed back to the store. Mike called us. It was nice to hear from him. But his news wasn’t good. There’s major flooding in the area we’re headed into. And, he told us we left a shirt, sock, and our garbage can. We knew about the can and sock. Loooong day. Lots of driving. And, like always, my phone ... read more

Travel so farI want to start by mentioning one thing I forgot yesterday, which is that it is about 94 degrees here plus the humidity here in Washington, D.C. Let's just say its airconditioning is a necessity...Today was very full day of activities. We started by meeting for breakfast and then beginning with a three hour meeting, which included introductions, expectations, and overview of the Fulbright program. We then had lunch and headed to the Woodrow Wilson Center (The only president with a Ph.D) for a meeting and lecture on Canada and Mexico in relation to the United States. One of the speakers by the last name of Wentraub, was one of the creators of NAFTA. His perspective on North American relations gave an optimistic view of the future of the three countries working together. The ... read more