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May 23 May 21st, 2008Dear Emma,
Today is my last day in Bavaria.
I can't wait to see you my little angel - I will be home very soon.
My plane leaves Munich at 2:30pm and I arrive in Toronto Canada around 5:00pm your time. Then I will catch the bus around 7:00pm and be home about 10:00pm... that will be 4:00am my time (Bavarian) - so it is going to be a very long day.
I was going to take a last look around Munich this morning, but to be honest... the last 6 days here were just perfect. I have seen so much and experienced much more than I thought ever possible. This trip was what I thought was going to be a once in a lifetime opportunity - and it was.... but I will return.... for Bavaria now has a part of my heart... and today I leave with a part of Bavaria within my heart.
My trip to Europe was more than I could have every imagined. I met truly wonderful people from England, Sweden, Spain, Canada, France, Austria and Bavaria. My wish for you sweetheart is that one day, you too will be able to experience the same joy, happiness, beauty and love that I have within these 17 days in May.
I love you,
Mommy
May 20th, 2008Dear Emma,
Today I got to try Bavarian white sausage and pretzel... a traditional Bavarian breakfast. It was very good.
Took it easy today and was intending to venture to the Munich English gardens, however, it was very cold and it rainy. So, this excursion I will save for the my next visit to Bavaria.
So, jumped into a taxi and headed for Augustiner's. I was told it was a good place to go.
Walked into Augustiner's and headed downstairs to the dining area via the spiral staircase. It seemed liked forever before reaching the lower level. But wow!!! The restaurant was underground in tunnels made of brick and accented with wooden plank floors. The tables were about 10 to 12 feet long made of wood accompanied by wooden benches. The lights were low and the atmosphere, in my personal opionion was perfectly Bavarian.
It was around 4pm and it was here on my last night in Bavaria and Europe that I had my first Maas Bier. Very exciting.... I took pictures (see the album "Augustiner's")!! Prost! Which means cheers in Bavarian.
A cheese plate adorned with many varieties of cheese and a dish of thin slices of bacon (don't know what it is called) but very good and a basket full of fresh and warm pretzels was just the beginning of the fabulous dinner ahead.
My main entree was duck and pork roast with crackling, accompanied with potatoe dumplings, red cabbage and sauerkraut.... and not to mention Bavarian bier.
Games were played, bier was good - crowds came and went... and soon it was close to midnight.... and time to go home!
This evening was undoubtedly the most perfect night... a dream come true in more ways than one!
See you soon sweetie,
Mommy
May 19th, 2008Dear Emma,
I was on the Autobahn again!!!!! And we were able to go over 210km per hour.... YEAH!!! The only thing is that you can't yell at the driver to "wow... look at that!!!!" It adds a bit of stress while driving..... I laugh now remembering how many times I did yell out in excitement... my poor tour guide!
Heading for Salzburg, Austria - home of Mozart and the sound of Music. I can't believe I am actually going to visit Austria. Everything is very close to each other in Bavaria. Chiemsee was a litttle over an hour from Munich and I think Austria is not much further.
The mountain range while driving is magnificent and even though it is a bit misty, and the clouds have settled lower on the mountain range, it is still very beautiful and I am able to take some good photos ("Salzburg, Austria").
We had to stop and get a "driving pass" for Austria in order to drive through the streets of Austria without being fined. The pass had to be affixed to the interior of the window and not able to be removed or a fine would be incurred. The pass didn't cost very much (7 or 8 Euros) and it is good for I think 10 days (I may be off a couple of days here or there). The reason for the pass, I was told, was that the fuel prices in Austria are so much less than Germany and hence Germans or other bordering countries venture into Austria for their gas. Good idea!!
Arriving in Salzburg around 1pm was good timing and the first place visited was the birth house of Mozart. This house was located within the heart of Salzburg on a very narrow street of cobblestone. It was very hard to take a photo because the hoards of tourists all trying to do the same thing. But, I wasn't in any rush and was quite enjoying myself.
The buildings in Salzburg date back to the 1400's (the earliest that I saw) and alot of them were renovated with their dates posted as well. I enjoyed walking the cobblestone streets of Salzburg and taking in all the varieties of buildings in their construction, colour and size.
Came upon many statues, including the famous Mozart outside the City Museum. Some statues of horses, or what seemed to be water gods, the Salzburg Barometer and I can't forget the horse and buggies.
Walking in Salzburg was effortless and with each step was a new site to see and experience. Stopped along the river for some lunch and had Paella which is a mixture of seafood on rice. It was very good and quite filling.
My highlight of the tour was when I learned that I was able to tour the Salzburg castle far off in the distance. Again, I felt like a little girl in a candy store. I was going to visit the Salzburg castle!!!
Taking the tram up the hill to the castle was pretty exciting and stepping onto the castle outer circle steps and seeing below the city of Salzburg was overwhelming. I thought I had seen it all, until that moment.... the castle was ours now... well at least for the day.... there was even rooms for a pub and games room!!!
Taking the audio tour of the tower was very interesting including the torture chambers. The "Bull" was sounded off for us during the tour and I felt very honoured to be able to stand there and hear the sounds of these bells.
Last but not least, the top of the tower and the most spectacular view of the city of Salzburg. I could have stayed there all day taking in its beauty.
Finishing up the tour and heading back into the city offered more opportunities to walk the streets of Salzburg along the river and enjoy its serenity.
Leaving Salzburg and heading back towards Munich, I was once again surprised with the opportunity to visit the Bavarian Mountains. After travelling up the winding road of the mountain for a while, the rest of the trip was on foot. Green grass, dense forest and the sounds of the rapids from the forest river provided an undescribable setting.
The day was absolutley perfect - exhilarating - and unforgettable!!!
Love,
Mommy
May 18th, 2008Dear Emma,
Today was a good day to relax especially after the late night or should I say early morning at the Disco.
I got up about 9am despite the fact that I came home late, just so I could have breakfast at the hotel. They serve a buffet breakfast and I would hate to miss their coffee. This morning, I had a little bit more to eat but started off with my usual of yogurt with fruit, croissant (have become addicted to these) and Bavarian Kaffe (I like this very much). After my second helping, I grabbed another Kaffe and headed for the internet.
It was a bit cool today with a fine mist so another tour of Munich was the ideal way to spend the rest of the day. I visited St. Paul's church and grabbed a couple of pictures of the beautiful architecture of this building (see the foto album "Munich, Bavaria").
Just a hop, skip and jump from my Hotel is the location of Oktoberfest (note to self.... book far in advance for this hotel in order to go to Oktoberfest) It is a very large area indeed and just being there sent shivers down my spine with excitement... imagine me at Oktoberfest... I would have so so much fun! One day Emma, you and I will visit together and possibly take Gavin and Michael too. At the Oktoberfest location is the beautiful statue of Bavaria and as I approached her, I was quite amazed at how large the sculpture actually was.
Continued onward to the City Museum location and just enjoyed the walk while taking in all the sites around me. I saw for the first time a May pole within a Bier Garten which was undescribably a perfect depiction of a Bier garten (foto in "Munich, Bavaria").
Chilled and wet from the walk, after changing into more weather appropriate clothing, dinner that evening was at a little place close to my hotel. Tried Beef Carpaccio for the very first time as an appetizer which is thin slices of raw beef. It was very delicious indeed. My main meal was fiery pasta and I also got to taste authentic Bavarian Schnitzel which was very very very good.
For dessert, of course with out a doubt, Gulub Jamun and Kaffee across the street at Leone's.
Heading for bed soon, as an Austria excursion is on the agenda for tomorrow. I am very excited indeed.
Love you,
Mommy May 17th, 2008Dear Emma,
Today I headed out of Munich and travelled on the Autobahn for Chiemsee. The autobahn was very fun and drivers were going very fast. We got up to about 200km per hour. I was very excited and thrilled. Here in Bavaria, the drivers are very careful and do not travel close together and give each other the respect that is needed on such a high speed highway. It was pretty cool... you would like it very much!
The scenery as you head out of Munich is absolutely beautiful. The Bavarian mountains were breathtaking and the countryside was exhilarating. I felt like a little girl seeing things for the first time. The weather is a bit cool and there is a fine mist on and off, but nothing could damper this excursion. Bavaria is stunning. The air is clean and the grass is sooooo green.
Chiemsee is a freshwater lake often called the "Bavarian Sea". There are three islands within the Lake which I was able to visit two of them by ferry.
The first island I visited was called Herrenchiemsee (also called Herreninsel gentleman island) which is the biggest island. The pictures I took are in the album called "Chiemsee". The laneways I walked lead to a castle built by Ludwig II in 1878. It was magnificent with its grounds and gardens and beautiful water fountains. The architechure of the castle itself along with the sculptures was very nice to see.
The island also had lots of trees which were covered in vines. I have never seen this type of vine and it was very complimentary to the tree itself adding a bit of softness to the sturdiness and strength of the tree trunk.
There were horse and buggy carts carrying tourists to and from the castle, very friendly ducks that would walk right up to anyone looking for food, even the swan within the Lake came right up to the docks looking for food.
We stopped and had lunch at the Bier Garten which provided us some cover during the heavier rain and we warmed ourselves with cream soups and bier. :-)
The second island was called the Frauenchiemsee (also called the Fraueninsel woman island) and is smaller than the first island and houses a Benedictine nunnery which was built in 782. There is also a very small village on the island and is inhabited all year round. The nuns run the church and also make cloister liquor and very good marzipan which is an almond paste.
On mainland, took in some of the sites before heading back to Munich. Stopped once to take some photos of the Bavarian Mountains and countryside. I love being in the wide open spaces. I just wish I could actually run through the fields and lose myself in this country.
Got back to the city okay.... I still like that Autobahn!!!! During the drive back, I remained in awe of beautiful Bavaria and can't wait to bring you back here one day. It is everything I imagined and more!
Met up with some friends and went back to Sphere-Punjabi or as we later called it Leone for some Bier and Galub-Jamun dessert. After a couple of rounds of Bier and some Ramazotti, we headed out to a Disco for the evening. Let me tell you.... I danced like I have never danced before. Nadine, my dancing partner, was fantastic and we had a great time. We went to a Techo bar first and then later to a hip-hop rock bar. The Disco's in Munich are all in one place, which make it real fun going from one to another. I stopped dancing around 5:00 in the morning. It was very good - lots of dancing, some bier and lots and laughing and fun!
Bye for now my little Angel,
Mommy May 15th, 2008Dear Emma,
Wow!!! Did it ever rain last night.... but it didn't matter, Jackie, Jenna (our new roomy) and myself, headed out to see Paris at night. It was beautiful! First we stopped for a traditional Parisian dessert.... Crepes! They take a crepe, spread nutella on it, smoosh bananas on it, roll it, warm it up and voila.... divinity!! Tres Magnifique!
After our dessert, we headed up the hill to see Sacre Couer. From this beautiful church we could see all of Paris. I took lots of photos for you to see "Sacre Couer".
With bottle of wine in hand (or purse), umbrellas, and sure will to travel within the rain, we jumped onto the metro and headed for the Eiffel Tower. The rain did not let up, but as you can see from the pictures "the Eiffel Tower at night" it was absolutely breathtaking to not only see the Tower lit up at night, but then to watch the flashing of the lights on the hour. The wine kept us a bit warm, however, we did get soaked.
We ventured back to the hostel and almost didn't make the last metro train. Paris metro stops at midnight! But nevertheless, we made it home safe and sound. I took some pics of the hostel "My Hostel - Village Hostel"
So today was my last day in Paris, France. I woke up quite early around 5am and started to pack. I had said good night to the girls last night and they were still sleeping when I left to catch my train at 7:24am for Germany. In Stuggart, everyone who was catching a connecting train, had to literally run with all their luggage for the next train.... it was quite an experience to say the least.... phew... what a run!!
I met a wonderful couple from Texas, who were on their way to Austria for a couple of weeks. They were very nice and we kept each other company from Stuggart to Munich.
I arrived in Munich about 1:30pm this afternoon and took a cab from the train station to my Hotel. The hotel is very nice and the room is perfect. I ironed my clothes, unpacked and then got changed so I could take in the sights of Munich. The weather here is a bit cooler and there is a fine mist - which really is welcoming from the hot weather in Paris. Now I can wear the rest of my clothes... LOL
I headed out to the Marienplatz area which is a pedestrian area filled with shops, restaurants, bier gartens, churches, businesses and everything else you could imagine. The photos are titled "Munich, Bavaria".
I walked around for about 4 hours taking in all the sights and found St. Peter's Church which is the oldest Church in Munich. The Hermer Building was stunning and the platz clock with the life size figurines was awe inspiring. I hoped that I would be able to see the clock chime, but was not that lucky. I did however, listen to a very talented young man play the grand piano right in the middle of the platz - now that was a Munich welcome for sure. Speaking of which.... I had an elderly Italian man who is now a resident of Munich, take my hands and welcome me to Munich with kissess both on the hands and on the cheek. It was nice.
As the darkness settled in around me, I started to head back to my hotel and came upon a Punjabi restaurant. Decided that this was a great place to have dinner and went in and ordered dinner. The restaurant was called Shere-Punjab and I had somosa's, tandoori chicken with rice and for dessert, galub-jamun's. It was very very good! Okay, so I have to come half way around the world to eat authentic Indian curry and let me tell you this.... I will be coming back!
Now with my tummy quite full and very satisfied, I am going to head for bed and get some rest so I can work out in the morning.
Have a good night sweetheart,
Love Mommy
May 14 May 14th, 2008Dear Emma,
I have uploaded a whole bunch of pictures today. I have created the following albums: - Paris France I hope you enjoy the photos. I really had fun taking them. Woke up earlier today and had breakfast. I finally got to have some of my oatmeal.... I was really missing it!!! I also had strong coffee which wasn't too bad either. Haven't had a coffee in a while.
Headed out today on the hunt for some flip flops - I know I know, but everyone here in Paris is wearing either sketchers or flip flops. I had to, my feet can't even get into my shoes anymore. I was going to sleep in my boots, just so my feet wouldn't swell anymore - it's really funny to see them!! But I did find some cool ones so TanTan will be somewhat okay with the idea that I am running around Paris with flip flops. I jumped on the Metro. Yes... I was on the Metro all day today and did not get lost!!! There is hope for me yet. LOL But I am still walking Brady, so I am still getting some exercise.
Went to Arc De Triomphe first and as you can see... it is beauitful and walking to the top provides a spectacular view of the city including the Eiffel Tower. There is so much to see and I hope I got it all with my pictures for everyone. I got in some of the pics too!!
Then I was off to the Musee Rodin which was fabulous and I took in the audio tour which was a couple of hours. When I got out, there was a huge line-up, so I was very lucky to have gone at the time I did. Beautiful garden and sculputres - I could have stayed there for days.
I have been sitting in this internet cafe for 2 hours uploqding the photos, so I better get going before it's too dark or cold. IT RAINED earlier this evening... I mean downpour... but I was safe inside here.
So now, I am off for the evening to take in the city lights before leaving Paris tomorrow morning. Not sure when I will be able to upload anything.... but you know me, I will find an internet cafe somewhere. Be in touch real soon. Love and kisses to everyone - family, new friends and old -
Bye for now, Love & Bisous Mommy May 13 May 13th, 2008Dear Emma,
I had a wonderful evening on the roof top garden terrace with my roomates. We met a couple of Americans but we won't hold that against them... they seemed to be alright! I slept in once again until 10:00am this morning, but I really needed my sleep cause today was very busy!
I had breakfast (croissant, banana and jus de pommes), and then headed out for my daily walk. I got to the bank today and actually got some Euros (thanks VISA..... NOT!!!!)
After that, I headed for Notre Dame. It was a long but very beautiful walk. TanTan would love this place for sure, cause of all the shops. I wanted to stop many times to purchase a few items, but I don't have any room in my suitcase, so I thought you, TanTan and I could come back one day and do the girly thing and go shoping in Paris!
After about an hour and forty-five minutes, I made it to the location of Notre Dame. As it came into view, it absolutley took my breath away - it is so magnificent and I felt so honoured to stand infront of this wonderful masterpiece. It was so emotional and yes... I know you're asking... I DID CRY!! After I composed myself, I went inside and lit a candle and said prayers for all my family, friends (new & old) and for those who have passed on. I will be returning tomorrow night for mass at 6:30pm.\
I toured Notre Dame for about 2 hours and took lots of photos. It is very dark inside, so I hope the photos will be okay. I will upload tomorrow night. In my personal opinion, Notre Dame was more beautiful than the Louvre and such an inspirational place to be. Uplifting, mesmorizing and very surreal!
I then walked to the Eiffel Tower which was just as long a walk, however I walked along the Seine River. That was pretty cool and wonderful to be a part of. Got caught up in a police blockage though. Today was the passing of the Bioengineering of Plants which the French are totally against, so the police had to set up blockades so as to keep the locals from losing it. I was allowed in but wasn't allowed out!
So yes, I went to the very top of the Eiffel Tower - and yes, I walked it! Up and down! What a view! I will upload those photos tomorrow as well. I could see everywhere I have been and it is definitley long walks I have been taking. The city is very beautiful and the buildings are quite magnificient with their cast iron balconies and stone front or stucco faces. All the buildings are like this and the roads intertwine between the buildings. It is quite amazing to see. I hope you enjoy the photos!
So. I have to confess... I broke down and had to take the Metro home. I have really done quite the job to my feet and I am on the hunt for flip flops as I can't wear shoes anymore! Sorry Tiff, I know that's so not Paris!!! LOL
I made it safe and sound on the Metro and had to take 3 trains and did not get lost!! I also ate my Baguette au Jambon et fromage avec moi l'eau while on the train - pretty french yes?!?
Tonight we are off for a picnic of wine, baguettes and cheese under the Eiffel Tower while we take in the light show. Don't worry, will take lots of photos!
Hope everyone is doing well. Miss you all! Stay tuned for the last couple of days of France.
Au Revoir Emma
Bisous Momy May 12 May 12th, 2008Dear Emma,
Well I had my first dinner in Paris last night in a small Italian Cafe on the same street as my Hostel. The owner bought me a glass of wine and had an accordion player serenade me while I drank my cafe. It was so Paris!
Guess what I did this morning? I slept in until about 10:00am - and it felt really good to do so. My body is quite sore in places that I didn't even know I had muscles. My back feels like I have been thrown over someone's shoulder over and over again.... oh yeah I did!!!! The bruises are starting to multiply due to the training sessions I had with the Thai boxers, Kick boxers and Jiu-Jitsu participants. I really did enjoy those sessions!! Thanks guys for keeping it real and not treating me like a girly girl... one day I will make you proud of your leg conditioning!! My feet are not doing so well - very swollen, torn up pretty bad and quite bruised - all that walking is taking its toll.
Hey Rich, my left hip has a bruise that matches your rib bruise (mine is from Martyn the Swede's shin). Cool eh?
So today, I made it to the Louvre. I walked there and back so I don't feel guilty not doing my workout since I put in 6 hours of walking today (hope that is okay Brady?!) As I was walking with my map in hand, I had people stop and ask me for directions, some people were even french speaking LOL!!
It took me an hour to get to the Louvre and it was beautiful. I have managed to upload some photos, I hope you enjoy them!
The weather here is absolutely beautiful - It is very hot and I definitely didn't need the coats and heavy layers that I have. It is like our Canadian summer here!!
Oh yeah the Louvre - well I got to see the Arc de Triumph too and I sat outside of the pyramid and ate my fruit Parisian style. I took in the scultpures, and as you can see, I saw the Mona Lisa (which everyone told me was quite small, but it wasn't. It was as I had just imagined!) You would like the Louvre.... as there is so much to see.
On my way home to the hostel, I stopped to watch a small string orchestra play classical music on the rue de Louvre. I also took in Parisian style, walking while eating a stick of bread and cheese (at a brisk pace should bypass those cheese calories)!!
I have two nice roommates now - a young man from Scotland and a young girl from Hamilton Canada.
I took in some dinner at another cafe this evening and am now after I speak with you going to head up to the terrace and have a glass of wine while I listen to the sounds of Paris before heading off to bed - I have a very long day tomorrow - the Eiffel tower and Notre Dame.
Bonsoir mes petite l'enfant
Bisous Mommy
ps - tell TanTan I am taking pictures of shoes for her!!! May 11 May 11th, 2008Dear Emma,
First of all I have to say thank you to everyone for all the best wishes sent to me for my Karate tournament. I haven't been able to update my blog, as the little village I was in, kept quite strange hours. The one and only internet Cafe, which I absolutely loved 'Tavern Baynard' wasn't open until after 7pm and closed when it got slow which was always before midnight. The unfortuante thing was that my Karate evening events took place until about that time.
So here is the update now!!!!
Thursday May 8th, 2008
The beginning of the competitions. We had participants from all over the world - England, Spain, Brazil, Sweden, Italy, Norway, Japan and of course Canada!!!
I was entered into the Kumite (Point fighting) and Kata events. For those interested in Karate, there was no continuous fighting ( I was really looking forward to that). So, my division was Blue to Red Belts (Blue, Purple, Brown and Red (which is one belt from Black). I competed in the Kata event which was both Men & Women Division and I am proud (and very surprised) to say I am bringing home to my Dojo a Silver in this division. I then participated in the Kumite (point fighting) event to which I will admit that I was very nervous and everyone within my Dojo knows how nervous I can get. I had some wonderful support from the other Canadian Dojos and would like at this point to say thank you to my Sensei and my Dojo, and to my personal trainer Brady Martin for helping me bring home to Canada and to my Dojo, a ...... GOLD for Women's Kumite!!!! Okay, I know you are all guessing this happened... yes.... I was teery eyed! LOL I was extremely surprised!
By the way.... Canada won FIRST for the most medals won in the tournament! Congratulations to everyone who participated.
Friday May 9th to Sunday 11th, 2008
Met some wonderful people throughout these days. Eight fantastic individuals from Telford Thai Boxing in England adopted me as their 'mom'. I learned alot from these guys and received some fantastic leg conditioning and with that a multitude of brusies! Thai Boxing hurts!
The training that I received at this convention was absolutely amazing. I participated in Jiu-jitsu, kick boxing (a new found love of mine), mauy thai boxing, Weapons (Bo), Goshindo (which is absolutley fantastic) and aikido!
I am very sore to say the least and very tired, however, I took alot of punches from guys twice my size, was flipped onto my back over and over again, got out of holds which I never imagined I could of, found new bruises as each minute went by and LOVED every minute of it!!!
The training was by far worth every minute of uncomfortableness on the plane ride over. I will be returning next year and hopefully with my Dojo!
Aside from the training all day long, the World Kobudo Federation, and their France Host, Kyoshi Alain Sailly entertained us nightly providing wonderful banquets, cabaret shows, juggling acts and dances - a very welcoming energy filled with love, friendship, respect and endless positive energy. Everyone made new life long friends. Kysohi Sailly, himself checked in with me everyday to ensure that I was enjoying myself and that everything was okay. Thank you to Kysohi Sailly, his assistant Gregory, Kyoshi Therrion and every participant for the warm welcome and support.
A special thank you to John, Neil, Matt, Richy, Weasel, Roger, Dave and Elvis (Telford Thai Boxing) for everything!!! You will always have a home in Ontario Canada. I miss you all.
May 11th, 2008
I am now in Paris, France. I arrived at my Hostel (Le Village Hostel) on rue d'orsel around 6:30pm and jumped online right away.... those who know me are laughing, I know!!! Soon I am off to explore the city. The Hostel is fantastic and seems to be located within the heart of something (soon to be found out what)!
Will keep you posted! Have a great night!
Luv you sweetheart,
Mommy May 07 May 7th, 2008Dear Emma,
Well I have arrived in France safe and sound and the weather here is fabulous.... 24 degrees today!! The people here have been absolutley wonderful with helping me find my way.
My plane left Toronto on time and on the firstplane I sat with a black belt from Toronto who is also going to France. It was a short ride to Montreal where we got off and waited to board our second plane for Paris. I thought of you while I was waiting as there was a whole class of students who were also travelling to Paris for a class trip - you would love that when you get to high school.
On the second plane I met two wonderful young people who were from France and Montreal. We conversed in French the whole trip which gave me lots of pratice for France.
I arrived in Paris around 10:30am this morning (France time) and then proceeded to take 3 trains to get to Charleville-Mezieries. I checked into my hotel around 3pm and you should see my room.... you are going to laugh when you see how small it is - I will upload pics as soon as I get another thingy for my camera.
I am now sitting in a Tavern downtown having a beer before I head back to the hotel and rest up for the tournament tomorrow. After walking 3 hours (which I only intended to do just an hour -but I got lost....) my feet are killing me and I am really tired due to not getting alot of sleep on the plane.
Have a good night sweetie,
love Mommy
ps - it is very hard to type on European keyboards!!!!
May 06 Why Europe?I am travelling to Europe to participate in the Wolrd Kobudo Federation Martial Arts Convention in Charlesville-Mezieres, France. Competitions start Thursday May 8th, and then on the 9th to the 11th, I will have the opportunity to train every day, all day, with over 50 international instructors..... WOW!
Travelling the distance to France for Martial Arts is amazing enough, but I thought I would maximize the opportunity by staying on a bit longer and travel in Paris, Germany and Austria.... stay tuned as my Europe Excursion soon gets underway!
World Kobudo Federation Convention - http://www.worldkobudo.info/news.php |
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