1/1ö/2öö8, Keszthely

The last few days have involved hanging around beautiful Keszthely and the environs. I have started my morning power walks again and getting some practice time in on the deck in the speedo (yes, you are required to have a speedo in Europe. I know, deal with it.). Zia went down to her genuis hair cutter person this morning and got her hair colored and cut. I am hoping that we will be able to get a picture off of Kyra's digital camera later to post.

Peter took Z and I to Szigliget on Tuesday. On the hill above the town are the ruins of a castle/fortress that have existied since the early 12öö's. Peter is still having some difficulties with his diabetes, and was not able to make the climb with us. From the top there are some awsome views of Balaton and the surrounding vineyards. (Longtime readers will remember that this region of Hungary is the wine belt, much as the Willamette Valley is in Oregon.) An enjoyable afternoon.

The rest of our time is spent loafing by the lake, working on our sunburns. Jaden has turned part fish, and is learning to swim a little better every day. Today we opted to loaf by the pool. The pool is shaped to look just like the lake, with the deep end on the Keszthely side. The pool bullies worked on Jaden a little bit, but, due to the language, she had no idea. Grandma had a few words for them, though.

Peter, Vera, Z and I are to travel to Budapest some time in the next week or so on a bus tour. More on that when ( and if, you know) that happens.