I'm in Amsterdam right now. I'm sitting at the edge of the canal, enjoying the wonderful old buildings and the houseboats everywhere. Some are actually ships, some are what are called "arks". This bustling city is the largest in the Netherlands and boasts about 1.2 million people. Bikes are everywhere. There are more bikes than cars. And, it's about 37 degrees. Perfect for my cup of Joe.
Oh wait, I'm not literally in Amsterdam. I'm here in my living room drinking some Starbucks from my Amsterdam mug that Migration Larry brought me back. He finds thrill in the hunt when he travels to exotic places to try to find me Starbuck's mugs. Yes, this is why he travels. (I think I've even gotten him to start collecting.)
Codemeister and The Ric inform me they have "Beer Bikes" in Amsterdam. I've never been on one. Like Codemeister says, " I don't know, but beer and exercise seems kinda counterproductive either way you look at it." I tend to agree. I think I'll stick with the 'bux in the mug and the butt in the chair. Ain't nothin' better.
Tomorrow -- Cardiff, Wales! Can't wait!
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