leekierdorf

Cologne

Warsaw, Poland is next

Everyone tells you that you have to see the church. It was really something. The guy in front of me got in trouble for wearing a hat inside. He took it off and told me I would get in trouble for taking flash pictures. That probably saved me being reprimanded by a passing priest.

I met three guys from America on the train. They were from Michigan, my home state. Weird, huh? We talked about how different it was in Europe with the money. They use coins worth as much as $5. You have these coins in your pockets that are worth a lot more than our quarters but you forget their value. Later you find you had a lot of money jingling around in your pockets.

The weather is perfect for walking around. I went down the street to find a restaurant they told me about at the hostel. I’m not sure if it was the one they said but it was a cozy place and the people there were very kind and made sure I had a good experience. The beer was really good but served in a small glass. Much different than England where beer comes in a pint glass.

But the best part is that it is Spring here. I am heading for Poland tonight. Got to switch my euros for zlotys.

your intrepid reporter,
Lee

Warsaw, Poland is next

London

My plan is to travel around the world by train. I began in London where I was met by a friend. It’s always great to have a friend show you around their hometown.

London Bridge is not falling down. It’s in good shape, but it looks pretty dull compared to Tower Bridge.

Tower-Bridge

One thing about London is that the streets are not straight like in America. You never know what you will find up ahead.

london-street

When crossing the street, you must look to the right rather than the left before you step out on the street. Unlike America, the cars closest to you are coming from the right. My friend pulled me back as I looked left and was stepping out into the street. A truck whizzed by. Close call.

Thames-River

I was just walking around down by Thames River (they pronounce it Tems for some reason) since I like outdoors rather than museums. You can do it riding on the upper level of the bus, too.

your intrepid reporter,
Lee

Cologne, Germany is next

london-bus

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Author: leekierdorf

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London