Realizing the reality September 23rd 2006 I've realized the reality. As this is the first time I'm in a different country by myself, without my family, without anybody I know, and without the ability to speak the national language, I was initially gung-ho and didn't know what to expect. I'm still "gung-ho" (thats such a weird word...) but last night really put it all into perspective: I'm not a native, I will never be a native, and not ev ... read more
Europe » Netherlands The Kingdom of the Netherlands was formed in 1815. In 1830 Belgium seceded and formed a separate kingdom. The Netherlands remained neutral in World War I, but suffered invasion and occupation by Germany in World War II. A modern, industrialized natio... ... read more
Hello travel readers! I'm exploring the world and living in Whistler, British Columbia Canada. I've been in Whistler since November 2007 and love this place so much!
My adventuring continues this November as I backpack my way around England, Northern Ireland, Ireland, and Scotland. I'll be meeting people along the way that I've known for years and some that used to live with me in Canada. I'll try to update this blog as much as I can; wherever there's an internet point and when I need some sitting time from my normally non-stop travel routine.
-Myia
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