[photo: We spent the last day of the Czech Trek in Prague. The whole city was decked out for Easter]The 8 hour bus ride and 2 hour ferry ride brought an end to the DIS spring break. I'm back in the Cope now, preparing to resume battle with laundry and homework. It was wonderful while it lasted, though! On the Czech Trek we got a chance to mountain bike, climb, repel, hike, and explore the numerous caves and caverns riddled throughout the forest. Our hotel was pretty nifty, too. We spent the week in an old castle situated right on the side of the mountain. I feel the "Czech Trek" may as well have been called "Mary's Dream Trip". I may have ruined a shirt or two along the way, but it was definitely worth it.
[photo: My hands after repelling. I think this was the result of either a dirty rope, nerves, or both]Although most Danes rarely go to church, Easter is a big deal over here. Yesterday was a national holiday and every store in town was closed. Stores open again today, but only for a few hours, then the rest of the weekend everything will be closed up again. This gives me just enough time to run to Netto and stock up on Guld Korn (I could live off of that cereal alone. So tasty)
[photo: Yup, that's our hotel. Life doesn't get much better]
[photo: Yup, that's our hotel. Life doesn't get much better]Although the last few weeks have been a blast, it's nice to be back in a familiar city. And I think my body will appreciate a rest from hazardous activities for a little while. My mom is flying in today, so I'll switch from traveler to tour guide and try to show her all the best of Copenhagen.
[photo: At Les 2 Alps there was an ice cave carved inside of the glacier on top of the mountain. We came right at the end of the season, so some of the sculptures were beginning to melt - but t-rex here was still holding on]I can't believe how time is flying over here! Facebook is flooded with invitations for grad parties, people are starting to talk about summer jobs, and (less fun) DIS keeps reminding students about final exams. Just 5 short weeks left in Europe-land. I'll try to make it count!
It's all so fantastic-very cool castle and ice sculpture! The family's a little lacking in communication - I had no idea your mom was visiting you this weekend! Hope you have a wonderful time together. Love ya! Happy Resurrection Day, Mary!
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ReplyDeleteHey. I have no access to facebook at work right now so I'm leaving you a message on here in hopes to talk to either you or Ma. She tried to call me about half an hour ago.. so if you read this while she's over there call me! Miss you guys too much!
ReplyDeleteLove the ice picture! Have a great time with your mom! Take tons of pictures! Auntie Ann
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