With my England trip less than 9 months away, I am really trying to save more and more money back. I'm still optimistic that the dollar might regain a bit more before we leave for Great Britain, but I don't want to count on it too much. I guess I want a bit of a cushion just in case for the extras that might come along, too. Thank goodness for digital cameras. I would be spending a lot on film if I hadn't gone digital. HA!
Becky, Jessica and I have wheedled down the list a bit more as far as how much a person can see in 2 weeks in country. We've tried to be more realistic with planning our time, but my guess is that we're still a bit heavy on sight seeing. It's all good though. I think we are going to see so much and have lots of stories to tell when we get back. It's very exciting to think and plan ahead.
My Mom and I have also been chatting about the Netherlands, Germany, Austria and other parts of Europe. I think it would be wonderful to join her and my Dad as they visit Margraten Cemetery, where my Mom's Dad was buried. I just found another site that kinda gave me chills. I typed in my Grandfather's name just to make sure that he had been interred at Margraten, and when his name flashed up in black and white, it kinda startled me. I can't explain that really...
My Mom and I do make good travel companions. We love history, museums and all that kind of stuff. We can't get enough of it. I remember growing up that it would always be my Dad and sister hanging out at the exit while my Mom and I enjoyed filling our heads with new information and seeing all there was to see. I'm like her in that way. OK, I'm like her in a lot of ways...but I think that is mostly a good thing!
