Waters soaked in oil...

Feburary 24th, 2009
We headed out to Marti Gras which was amazing!!! We saw floats that towered over us and had singing and dancing, me betsy and ania each had a beer. which was another nice addition. I saw darth vader wandering around, but since my lightsaber was at home i could not destroy him... Me and Ashley ended up heading home before Ania Allyson and Betsy since we were tired and such. The train ride was nice. Me and Betsy, Later joined by Ania ran into the Mediterranian Sea cold but refreshing.

Wedensday, Feburary 25th in the Year of our Lord 2009

Today was more of a relax day. I went to class, then when class was over i sat here messin around on the computer then we went to the ash wedensday procession which was a fun time, we marched with the bishop and then went into the cathedral. Afterwards instead of walking back to villa bonelli and or walking up to la reggia we decided to go to JJ's well, 4 of us and we had some beer played darts. then we went up to the resturant and while there the table i was at got a water bottle with a cigarette butt in it. I tasted some of it, ICKY tomorrow we are off to Switzerland.


-Eldon John Vaselaar

"Though all the world stand against you, let hope reign supreme!"

For those on Eternal Patrol....

Today we talked about a lot in italian politics and global issues and after reading some articles i am reminded just how lucky i am to be here. And of all those who gave their lives that i might see a better world. The sun was beautiful out and after watching the kids from Vanderbilt who were loud and obnoxious, (which says alot since our group gets loud some times too) just how we behave in foreign countries reflects on everyone. Please be repectful. but anyway, this bolg is to those who have given their lives in the name of peace. We will remeber, We do not forget


-Eldon John Vaselaar

"Though all the world stand against you, let hope reign supreme!"

Sunlit seas and 007

Hey y'all today was beautiful and i went walking around after church and a nap. I wanted to take pictures of the cemetary since it closed at 1pm, dang them. I did play harmonica for a bit and read a few different passages. Productive day. We watched Casino Royale and i got a chance to talk to my mother and my sister. Food was good. We have been enjoying italy and just hangin out. Talk to you later!



-Eldon John Vaselaar

"Though all the world stand against you, let hope reign supreme!"

What do you do with a drunken sailor

Today was a rest day for me, Joey and most of the people went to Bolognia and I took the day to clean and work on my laundry. It is beautiful out so i have my windows out and its wonderful, although i lost one of my address sheets so i will have to call mom and fix that. But its about 4 pm and i probably have laundry that needs work. I dont know what i am doing tonight, probably going out but i know i will hunt supper around 7pm. The door to villa bonelli is broken and i did not know so i was trying to open it for about 5 minutes, then we figured out the door was broken, silly me. Hope all is well at home.

-Eldon John Vaselaar

"Though all the world stand against you, let hope reign supreme!"

All hands before the mast

So today we were in San Giminiano, (I spelled that wrong i think :S) And it was a blast, i picked up some good white wine and the church had frescos that depicted the new and old testement. One of the churches had been converted to a wine store. and Afterwards we climbed to the fort and i met these very nice girls. We then went and bought our wine. And hopped on the bus. When we got back to fiesole we went up to our hotel then to la reggia for supper and after supper me, ashley, ania, bob and dr. fox went to another place and had wine and lemon chelo and dessert and talked for 2 hours. It was amazing. We will be in switzerland next weekend. Fun times, and a happy birthday early to my friend Ashley Pecholt!!!!!




-Eldon John Vaselaar

"Though all the world stand against you, let hope reign supreme!"

Take cover young soldier take cover for your life.

Hey everyone, so Today we went to the Old Palace which was the seat of Medici power. It was a venerable monument to Affluence. I looked at tickets for Marsielle and no luck too much travel for too little time. I got my JJ shirt this week. All hail to me yeah. We got to see the apartments of Pope Leo X and Clements VII both Medicis. Such power from such a small palace. There were secret rooms we got to see and those were amazing. I can see why people liked having them they are totally cool. I want some. Monday was snowy, and somewhat long but tuesday was a fun day. And today went well. Tomorrow we'll see how the test went in Art.....(omminous music plays). Hopefully all is well. Friday we are off to San Giminiano which is famous for white wine. I am going to be in heaven. Hope all is going well at home. Peace out

-Eldon John Vaselaar

"Though all the world stand against you, let hope reign supreme!"

The Panama Canal.....and DOD

So I spent this weekend in venice where among other things i managed to spend 3 euro on a liter and a half bottle of white wine, this shoudl last for quite a while and is amazing wine. We went on a gondola ride which was amazing. Me and the guys all smoked cigars a rare occurance. We saw St. Mark's square took a ferry to this little camping area that was simply amazing and cheap. food was a bit spendy since i was tourist season with Carnivale and all that but we managed. The first day we wandered around kind of lost and when we got to the camp ground we were ready to eat and then hit the rack. We had little cabin type things and they were very nice. the next day we wandered around venice. picked up mask for carnivale and the wiine, along with just going around and looking at the city. we split into two groups and 7 of us went on the gondola and the other 3 went to wander around a bit more. Now we are back for midterms. the last one for me this week. Of course the last hour of DOD (Day of Depression a.k.a. Valentines day) was spent in the eldon tradition of being tired and just ready for the day to be done. With all the kissing and such at bridges it was needless to say, a dry night on the kissing side for Eldon and like all but one valentine's day spent waiting for the 15th no valentines this year but there is always net year ;) peace yall




-Eldon John Vaselaar

"Though all the world stand against you, let hope reign supreme!"