Huts - or in American

Day Two and Onwards

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June 24th 2008
17:30 Finally arrive at the transit station in Portland and pay my bus fare to a rounded, grey haired and disarmingly cheerful man. Asking for a receipt he tells me “Today's your lucky day, a free one with every purchase” - when I understand American I might know if he's taking the piss or just being friendly! I'm met at the bus station by two fellow counsellors - an ex (but not quite cured) ... read more

North America » United States

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Britain's American colonies broke with the mother country in 1776 and were recognized as the new nation of the United States of America following the Treaty of Paris in 1783. During the 19th and 20th centuries, 37 new states were added to the origina... ... read more