DADD If your writing wasn't so damn good, I would really give you a bad time about whimping and whining about having blood drawn when you get back; be reminded it is so that you can go to Barnard College, a somewhat extraordinary next event in your life. I loved your descriptions of everything, it all bringing back wondreful memories of my first trip to Europe in January 1961 (I think). I was with my parents (your grandparents you never met) and Sharon. Brenda was back in SA pregnant with Helen. My mom took us to every archeological site, church and museum in Rome, Naples, and down to Capri. I had come from Israel, and we then all on to Paris for a similar "see everything in a week" trip. I hope you had curry in Scotland, the best i ever had! See you vrey soon, my great kid. Love DADD

loretta williams Hi, I am thrilled to hear about Florence. If I were to return to Italy (was there in 1999) I would spend more time there &less in Rome. And, yes, I have been following your posts & remembering the scene at Cape Hope that was in the video you shared with the AP class w/ the sights from South Africa. Of course I miss all of you. And, there is no comparison for me this year because I am not teaching the AP section. TAKE CARE! Mrs. Williams

DADD Monet; Loved these new pictures....especially Givernet which is one of my most favorite/favourite too. Paris looks loverly...........YOu and Nina, well, just two beautiful girls, embarking on womanhood............. The world lies before you! Enjoy Cannes, South of France, Italy, Scotland, Ireland, then come home please! LOVE DADD

monet Mrs. Williams, you have no idea how much it means to me that you (and other Nashobians!) have looked at this! I hope you've enjoyed another batch of seniors this year, though I know nothing can compare to 2008!

loretta williams Hi Monet, You are amazing and inspiring. I love reading about the trip, and I can tell you are making the most of an incredible opportunity. Be well, stay safe. Mrs. Williams

Monet Thanks Ms McAuliffe! Have a great summer!

Ms McAuliffe Hi Monet, I have been enjoying reading your posts! What an amazing trip you are taking!!! Hope you are enjoying every single minute of it! Stay safe!! :)

DADD As usual, wonderful light writing. I am so glad the Porter's took such good care of you and I am not surprised. They are good people. Sounds like you saw a side of Tel Aviv we did not. And, the movie with intermission sounds weird...I only remember that for long movies, like Gone with the VIND!. Have fun! And come home soon, I am waiting. DADD

monet Thanks so much Mr. Poirier! I'm so glad you looked at it!

Mr. Poirier Am hoping all is well on your adventure. Seems like it. I'm jealous. Take care. Mr. Poirier

monet oh no that's great, Linda! Thanks so much for reading it! Just excuse my many typos...some kewboards here are really different from home!

Linda Hey Monet, I hope you don't mind that your auntie forwarded your blog on. The key words are: "living vicariously". What an amazing adventure! Have fun and stay well.

Tay Tay I miss you! Sounds like you are having an incredible time. I want to ride an elephant. Your writing is funny, very entertaining. You are literally travelling around the world during this year. I love you so much and Cru and Hudsy are eager to cuddle with you. Stay safe!!

monet hahah well i don't think they were beg bugs after all...but you already know that since i sent you a text..again. I need to keep my personal doctor informed! The groups are mainly women because i think the guys usually travel alone and in packs. Most of the time there will be 2-3 guys together, not in a tour. I think guys tend to be like "im going to book a flight to thialand and see what happens when i get there" while females are more likely to book a tour so they feel more secure. Just my thought on the matter. Most of my groups have asked the same questions and we have come up with that answer. love Moneeeeet

DADD Not surprised to hear of the bed bug bites even if you tect mesage me at midnight about them..................unrelated question; why are tour groups predominately women? WHere are your male equivalents? touring but not in formal groups? or not touring....? Hope you are clean by the time we meet in Riga for dinner. Love DADD