Kyle’s European Adventure

Last night was fun – my new friend Lorenz happens to work at a big party that happens every sunday night on the top of a skyscraper in Alexanderplatz. He invited me to come check it out, so I did. To enter, you walk through the lobby of this building and hop in an elevator, where you’re whisked to the top of the tower. The main floor has a dancefloor and a bar, and a staircase that leads to the roof deck. The deck is spectacular, providing the most amazing view of the Alexanderplatz Tower. I enjoyed the view for a while, and then went back downstairs to the dancefloor. I was quite surprised at the quality of the music – it’s been a long time since the tunes were so good I found myself boogying the night away for the sheer enjoyment of the records the DJ was playing.

Today was relaxing and short. I stayed in bed too late, mostly thanks to the late hour I got home, and then I got up about my day. I hit the gym, helped Carsten shop for a new bike (we found one!), and then sent some birthday wishes home to a friend. I was tickled that I managed the entire transaction in the post office in German. I guess we’ll see if the package actually MAKES it to the US.

Because last night was so late, I decided to spend the evening at home. I grabbed some groceries and made myself some dinner. I’m a terrible cook, but I can manage some pasta and a salad. From there, I relaxed in my living room, reading The Agony and the Ecstasy – a biography of Michelangelo. My mom and sister love this book, and now I see why. I can’t put it down. Tomorrow, I think I’ll pick out a nice, long bike ride through the city and go explore.

G’night!