Ray Hey there Hiking bro! I had a lot of fun hiking. You were amazing trekking without poles and all. Thanks for giving me the opportunity to be in the Alps with you.

Jessie So jealous that you're in Cinque Terra, that was our favorite place in Italy! And that hike...oh yeah...I can remember. We did it with our backpacks loaded with all our stuff, imagine you did too. It was beautiful though. So, is chocolate better in Switzerland?

Dad Enjoyed looking at the pictures. Looks like a neat trip. Just got back from reunion. Enjoy the trip! Dad

Sue Linder OK, I can't spell. "I kind OF expected to see implements of torture in a DARK room somewhere..."

Sue Linder WOW! Bellizano Swit looks rather formidable! I kind expected to see implements of torture in a drak room somewhere... The countryside is gorgeous, and I especially liked the harvest photo (of course). The town nestled in the hills is so different from what we see here in the States; it makes me want to walk through the zig-zag of streets, wondering what's around the next bend. In the Swiss Scout photo, there's a white Porsche in the background. Nice ride - yours? Thanks for keeping us posted, my friend. Have a safe journey and we'll see you soon! XOXO Sue

Sue Linder Greetings Thomas! I am so excited for you (and perhaps a teeny bit envious!) for trip you have embarked upon! I fully expect you to stretch out your arms, throw your head back and twirl atop a green hillside, just for me! What a perfect time of year for your journey. I hope you experience: great weather sublime chocolate (close your eyes and let its velvety smoothness rest for a while on your tongue) astonishing vistas genuine people music that fills your heart peace These are a few of my favorite things. Like you! Have a blast and I will visit your journal again soon