sharon Hey, it's been a week since you have posted any news about your travels. Give us an update ASAP. I am back in Knoxville so I will probably check in with Ben tomorrow to see if he has heard from you recently. I hope you are still safe and having a wonderful time.Love you, Mom.

mike i enjoyed your paris photos, it looks like you made it to Sacre Coeur. glad to hear you guys had a good time. have fun in london.

hal Your mother called today inquiring as to how your trip is going. As she is computer challenged you might want to give her a call. She was very excited you were having such a good time.

sharon Hey kiddos! It looks like you are having a great time! I'm down in Florida with Nina & Papa just hanging out. I came over to David's to catch up with your news. Nina has a computer now and hopefully we will have the internet access up and operational by midweek after the modem arrives. I'm relieved that you were both safe while in Amsterdam. Keep your eyes open and be safe. Love, Mom

Ben Fess up now, did you guys take the Picasso scetch book. It has been stolen frm a Paris museum and the French Authorities are looking for 2 female suspects. Enjoy the the train ride to Rome

Rick Hey guys. Glad you survived Amsterdam. It sounds like the trip is going well. Have fun your last day in Paris. I think we are all envious of you two bouncing around over there. Krisitn, what's with the hat? Everything is good here. Working hard like always. Think about us working stiffs when you can. D says hey! Love, Dad

Sharon This is hardly fair. I am getting up and going to work and you two are traveling around Europe. Just kidding, I am so happy for you both to be having this experience. Did you only allow 1 day in Amsterdam? What has been the average age of the other people staying in the hostels? Keep having loads of fun. I am living it all vicariously. Love, Mom

hal Glad to see you back on the radar. It was bugging me when the website was down. Don't do to many bongs in Amsterdam. I am totally jealous. How have you enjoyed the bullet trains? It make travel a lot more fun because you see the sights.

Nonnie Courtney and Kristin, What a wonderful trip! I am so happy for you guys! I know that the history in Europe is amazing and we don't understand until we've been there. Looks like th hostel in France was prety nice. I would imagine it makes the trip alot less expensive. The blog allows us to join you guys on your trip. It makes me not worry! you guys look GREAT! Love you Courtney! Hugs to both of you! Nonnie

mike it looks like you guys are having a great time. I miss you courtney and love you. I enjoyed the pictures.

Sharon The time seems to be flying. I can't believe you are already on your way to Amsterdam. Be careful!! I do hope that you will have a chance to go to Montmarte when you return to Paris. That was a place we missed and I would love to hear about it and see some pictures. Have a wonderful time and keep the news coming. I took Riley to Cherokee Blvd today and she was great off leash. She came immediately every time I called. A treat was definitely in order so we stopped by PetSmart and she was excellent for both her sit/stay and down/stay while I shopped and people visited her. She is becoming a great dog! Love you both!!! Have lots of FUN on the next leg of your trip and post pictures if you can.

KATM I hope you have a good time in Amsterdam:)

Sharon It was great to see your post. I'm glad you are having pleasant weather while taking in the sights in Paris. As you probably remember from our time in Paris, the Parisians were very accomodating and helpful. Will you have time to stop and get something from one of the markets and take it for lunch to one of the parks? That was something I would have liked to do if we had had enough time. Just taking some time to watch the people can be fun. It sounds as though you may have already had enough people watching with witnessing the fight... Well, stay in touch as often as you can. I am living vicariously through your fantastic journey. Love, Mom

Dad Thanks for the update. It makes me wish I was in Paris too. There are some really good Gustav Klimt paintings in the Orsay. The stairs are hard to find. Just keep walking to the very back of the museum and you will find them. I know you won't miss the Van Goghs. It's remarkable to stand so close to those paintings. It sounds like everything is going well. Try and make it to Cafe Flore on St. Germain. It's very famous and the food is actually pretty good too. Diane says "hey and have fun".

Michelle It sounds like you two are havign a blast! I wish I could have said goodbye before you left, but now that means you'll have to come see me in Jacksonville :) I can't wait to see the pictures that you post. I'm sure it is beautiful over there, and the art is amazing. Keep safe, and continue posting.