...I hoping to keep the blog a fun and exciting chronicle of our trip but I guess Derek had other ideas. Anyway...
I'm writing you this entry from Paris, France on the close of a very long day. When I say long, I mean long! I haven't had any decent sleep since before our flight left PDX on Thursday morning, and it's already late Friday / early Saturday here in Paris. Why no quality sleep? Well the time change certainly has something to do with it, but we've been traveling almost non-stop.
Our flight from the U.S. landed in Frankfurt this morning and once we finished up customs we had to catch a commuter rail to the main rail station in town, Frankfurt Hbf. Now let me just say this now, I've heard about how far ahead of the states Europe is when it comes to rail transportation, but seeing this first hand sealed the deal. They know how to do trains here!
Here's the caveat: when things go wrong with the trains, organization quickly breaks down; case-in-point our trip from Frankfurt Hbf to Paris Est. We rode the ICE train out of Frankfurt destinated for Paris, with no transfer necessary. Shortly after boarding the train however, we were informed that this train would not be able to continue beyond Saarbrücken to Paris because of "technical difficulties." They informed us our train at Saarbrücken would be waiting for us at the station - simple transfer, no biggie...except!...
...To make a long story short, there was no transfer train and we ended up stuck at Saarbrücken Hbf along with a ton of other confused people. Even the people at DE Bahn were confused! At one point we were basically told, "forget about going to Paris today." But I'm writing you from Paris, so we did getting out of there by barely catching a full TGV to Paris after nearly five hours of uncertainty.
Commuting wasn't over when we reached Paris. Our hotel is near the Eiffel Tower, which is way out of walking distance, especially when there are six people with luggage and it's 22:00 on a Friday night. So we hopped on the city bus line (no. 42 if you're interested) and actually got a great tour of Paris - parts you normally would never see as a tourist.
You know, I'm getting bored typing this and you're probably bored reading it so I'll stop here. I'm actually really looking forward to a good night's sleep - I'm SO tired.
Don't worry! Pictures will be coming, I'm just way too tired to type or do anything more.
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That sounds like a long day! :) but at least you made it! To Paris!! I can't even imagine your view of paris as you guys write these blogs....sounds like lots of fun! can't wait for the pics!
-chelsea
wow.
sounds like you're having the time of your life.
:)
ha ha.
That is definitely a crazy trip there..but you'll definitely remember it! At least you got there safe. That is so cool your in Paris! Have lots of fun! I can't wait for the pictures, especially of the beards! cant wait!
Well... sounds like fun. I pretty sure the rest of the trip will be better... hopefully better than you expect. It is awesome to know that you are in Paris!!!! Im looking forward to the pictures. Send some Eiffel Tower pictures... that would be really nice! Can't wait for the next posting.
Wonderful! Everything I love about travel! Being removed from one's routine and creature comforts at home, the chance to come closer to understanding Murphy's Law,the utter inability to keep a fixed schedule. Travel truly makes one appreciate the finer things in life such as... a warm croisant after an all-night train ride, the joy of a horizontal bed (as opposed to a airplane or train seat), and especially the extra pair of microfiber undies you packed in your carry on just in case. I Love travel!
cat? is that caitlin egan?
The Senior citizans? Well I am sure you enjoy having them with you for the Cash!! Just kidding. You have a great time and tell your Mom I am thinking about the romantic times in store for her and your Dad. Hee Hee. For you Boys it will be about exciting new experiences. Very fun read!!
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Deanne (Middle Name)
selina- derek had other ideas? he wants more pics! im confused what was ur idea? anyway glad to hear ur traveling an having fun! more pics r always good
Your tired? Oh no my sweetie poop! You need to rest pronto. Like I hope you are now. Actually NO! I want you up and add'em, typing as fast as your amazingly defined fingers can type! I cannot wait to read more of your words of amazingness. Its been forever since you posted anything. I'm getting anxious! Am I being too forward when I say... I love you? Thank you for your blog. You are like a sweet angel from heaven declaring pronouncements from the Almighty God himself! Is that too much? I am eagerly awaiting more words of wisdom!
-Guess WHO!
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