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last day

Today is our last full day in Europe. We're in Lisbon and have a flight to Boston and then D.C. at 2:30. We have nine and a half hours of airplane travel to look forward to! :/
Today we went to a museum with mummies and cool Egyptian and bronze age stuff. We also went up in a monument dedicated to the people who found America (the Portuguese) and an old fortress that was used for protection. The views were so pretty and the water was sparkling brightly in the heat. I got a big strawberry and Nutella gelato to cool down:)
Ruby and I are sitting in our own hotel room getting ready to go out again. That's right. Our. Own. Room. Never in my wildest dreams did I think we'd have our own room. It's never happened. With our big family someone actually fights for the spot under the desk to sleep. You have to get creative with sleeping arrangements and we do and it works. It's fun and plus there's usually free breakfast! :)
I'm sad to leave but it's time. Dorothy was right there's no place like home! I am so excited to see my family and I know I'll come back to Europe again, blaim it on my Paris-obsessed grandma:)
Adios Europe! D.C.here I come!!

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  1. MomJuly 31, 2013 at 12:32 PM

    What a wonderful trip you have had, memories made that you will never forget, friendships you will never forget! Glad you had this opportunity, not everyone gets it ever! and I am so glad you both enjoyed it so much. Savor the last few minutes, hours. Safe travel to you and enjoy your reunion with your family in D.C. xo Tricia HFather Bless you.

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  2. CirceJuly 31, 2013 at 5:07 PM

    Cant wait to see you! I wont be able to sleep tonight!

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  3. michelleAugust 1, 2013 at 7:11 AM

    I can't believe your adventure is over! It does sound pretty great for the Dopps to all be together again though. Travel safe!

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