Stadium set up outside the airport for the public to watch the World Cup
Me in my wooden shoes in Amsterdam June 19, 2010
Well, I didn’t expect my first entry on my trip to Africa to be about Holland, but due to a delayed flight, we spent the first night and day of our journey exploring Amsterdam. I had not known that Amsterdam is called “the Venice of the North” due to its many canals. We spent the afternoon on a boat touring the city. Many people had houses literally on the water or lived in houseboats! It was fun to watch people ride down the canals on their boats grilling out, having drinks, and socializing. World cup fever was in the air and the canals were a sea of bright orange t-shirts for team Netherlands.
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Brent Said,
June 21, 2010 @ 3:02 pm
I see you finally found some shoes to fit your big feet. Just kidding!!
alethea harrington Said,
June 21, 2010 @ 5:07 pm
Where can I get those shoes!!! Just think no more problems with my bunions!! what a wonderful happenstance that you had to lay over in Amsterdam. Great start to a great experience. I know you are having one of the times of your life – enjoy it for all of us who can’t be there!
Love,
Aunt Alethea
Joey O. Said,
June 21, 2010 @ 5:08 pm
Nice Shoes…Have a good trip!
Doris G. Said,
June 21, 2010 @ 5:30 pm
I love your first blog..especially your wooden shoes. I look forward to reading more about your trip.
Carolyn Said,
June 22, 2010 @ 12:55 am
How exciting that you got a glimpse of Amsterdam! All of your experiences will enrich your life and your teaching.
Weekend Cowgirl Said,
June 22, 2010 @ 2:29 am
I have been to Holland and really enjoyed my visit. Your trip is going to be so very wonderful and I will look forward to your blog! What a wonderful opportunity! XOXOXO, B.
Jackie Said,
June 23, 2010 @ 1:35 am
Laura, those will be very hard foot steps to follow. I am showing Kaler your cute shoes and his comment,”Wooh!”
Meghan Saxon Said,
June 24, 2010 @ 3:40 pm
YEA! I am glad you made it there safely! Enjoy your travels! I look forward to checking out this blog throughout your journey!
Aunt Alethea Said,
June 26, 2010 @ 7:38 pm
Today I was giving a “motivational” talk at UNT and we talked about the wonderful dynamic of passion but without purpose it often comes to nothing more than blowing in the wind. BUT passion with purpose can climb mountains, build tall buildings and even more importantly change a child’s life for the good – what an incredible blessing to see you on fire with such a passion – you should feel proud to be such an educator – those who know and love you are.
Aunt Alethea