May 25, 2008 Brienne Black

Well sadly this will be quick, because there is a long line waiting for computers...since there aren't too many readily available. I have had an absolutely amaizing time here in Eastern/Central Europe so far. This is not my first time to Europe, so I am not too culture shocked, and since I am living in Boston, the city doesn't seem so odd for me. I have found it extremely interesting though to hear from women and what they have to say and the struggles they face. In some senses it sounds like they face fewer challenges than women in the United States, but in others they face more. I think this has been one of the most eye opening and interesting experiences of the trip. I did really like the trip to the Palace today though, I found it very stunning and beautiful! I also found it very interesting that Mary-Theresa was the ruler of the house and not her husband, what a change in roles that is. Over all I think this has been a great adventure, and I cannot wait to see what Bratislava and Prague have in store for me!