I brought my ipod on this trip. Instead of bringing a bunch of cinematic masterpieces on it, i brought a collection of Chuck Norris films. Nothing removes the international borders between travellers like Chuck Norris. It's gone over well - we now refer to one of the guys as 'Lone Wolf'. He is pretty excited about his new title.
Spent most of yesterday in the Kremlin. I was lucky to get to bring my camera, but am happy i did. It is quite the sight. I also saw Lenin's body. The russians love them some Lenin. Hard to explain the body, but if you have been to see Mao or Ho Chi Min, you will understand. It's pretty 'waxy'. I also ventured to the sculpture park where many of the statues of russian 'VIP's' are now found. You can google it, worth a look.
Going to wander around the city today before heading out on my last leg of the train which will take me to St. Petersburg. It's only an 8hr ride which i could now do spinning on my head.
My ticket is booked back to Vancouver for Saturday. I will fly to Frankfurt - wait there for a gross period of time and then straight to Vancouver.
There is a good chance this will be my last post, as i expect to be quite busy in old St. Pete's. We shall see. If this is i am sorry about the lack of enthusiasim, frequency of post and spelling. These cyrillic keyboards can make life a little difficult.
I will post some pics this weekend, but you are all invited over for the 14hr slideshow. I am sure you can't wait.
I highly recommed this route of travel if you are thinking of running away from your life for a month or so, it is certainly not lacking adventure...
McQuade out.
I saw the Sculpture park on an episode of Amazing Race once. The contestant had to find five Lenin's in the park to complete their stop. They do really like that Lenin fellah.
ReplyDeleteSo unfortunately for you, you will be missing the AER BBQ at Dalia's manse tomorrow night. You could have talked shit in Russian to her and Mikhail all night. Oh well, remember to let me know as soon as possible when that 14hr slide show is so I can let you know that I have other plans.
BTW I personally am impressed with the way your spelling has improved. Its nice to see you now spell the "tion" correctly -international not intarnashionale. Good for you! You keep at it little buddy. And don't worry about work. I'm sure you'll be able to pick up a contract at Best Buy now.