Day 72.

Today was hot. Very Hot. There is nothing like a 95 degree day with 80% humidity. Good thing we didn't have class. We went to the public swimming pool instead. I did some water aerobics. It was awesome.

Thanks for skyping with me today Rach :] Even though it was a pain in the but it was super nice to see your face.

Tonight Chip, Mika, and I did some night shooting. Here is one of my favorites of the Opera House. I walk passed this building everyday on the way to school.

We are down to two weeks folks! 

Day 71.

Dear German Language-

Sometimes I get really frustrated with you. You don't make much sense to me and even when I think that I am beginning to understand you decide to add in something new that makes no sense. When I return to the USA I think that you and I are going to be very distant acquaintances. Don't be offended. I would say that whole it's not you it's me line... but I hate to break it to ya... this is definitely your fault. In 9 days I am going to say goodbye forever, but until then we will have to put up with each other. I hope you understand. 

Sincerely, 

Krystle 

Day 70.

Today I decided to be cultural. I attended a catholic mass in St. Stephan's cathedral. I climbed the top of Stephansdome. I ate at the Imperial Bakery Damels. Pretty good for a days work. Then I decided to get lost. I got on my City Bike and fought the busy traffic of Vienna for my own spot on the road. I ended up at a park where I proceeded to LIE on the grass with the locals doing absolutely nothing. Glorious.

A word of advice. If you are ever feeling the pressure to be cultural... you don't have to be. You are not required to attend three famous museums in the same day and enjoy it. Sometimes just riding your bike or sitting on the couch is enough and that's okay.

Watch a movie in English for me okay?
Love,
Krystle

Day 69.

Today I experienced the world cup in Europe. We cheered for Spain and then in the second over time... they won. The crowd went crazy. People were running through the streets yelling, "España!" I may or may not have been one of them. I say it makes for an epic win of a night. 

Day 67 and 68. Hallstatt

This weekend we took a trek out to Hallstatt, Austria. A small village on a lake up in the Alps of Austria. After three different means of transportation, 3 trains, 1 bus and 1 ferry, and we had made it. We spent the weekend...

Paddle Boating 

Exploring the Oldest Salt Mine in the World

Acting like Gangsters 

Hanging out with Human Skulls 

Attempting Canoeing 
Participated in a Helicopter landing

Playing Wizard Egyptian Rat Screw [Please ask Whitney and Maria for Details]

and Journaling 

Yeah we have a lot of fun together. 

Theme Song.

This has been my theme song all summer.

This isn't the end,
We're just getting started.
The road stretches on, and on, and on,
We're moving again.
Sun on our skin, and cracks in the pavement.
We'll aim for a place we've never been,
It's all what we make it, whoa.

All I am is just a traveler,
With dirt on my hands.
All I have is dust in my pockets,
And you in the end,
In the end.

Summer to fall,
We're wrapped up in blankets.
We're wrapped up in everything we fear,
It's all what we make it, whoa.

All I am is just a traveler,
With dirt on my hands.
All I have is dust in my pockets,
And you in the end.

Sometimes it feels like we're never gonna make it out alive.
When nightmares close us in.
Heartbeart, take me, away from all the troubles that I see,
Oh, it's all what we make it, it's all what we make it, oh.

All I am is just a traveler,
With dirt on my hands.
All I have is dust in my pockets,
And you in the end.
Oh, all I am is just a traveler,
With dirt on my hands.
All I have is dust in my pockets,
And you in the end,
Dust in my pockets,
And you in the end,
In the end.

Day 66.

Today my dear friend Kayla and I did a photo shoot. 

On this photo shoot we met monks from Thailand. 

He told me that his name meant the sun and that mine meant glass. 

We talked. We laughed. We decided that I have to go to Thailand.

 He said, "Thailand is the land of smiles."

 I believe it. :] 

Crying.

I cried today. Not because I was sad but because I was so ridiculously happy. I guess it's true what they say. You can cry from pure joy. Today I talked with Monks at Parliament, photographed a model, made my way out into the countryside, exchanged thoughtful words with intelligent people and best of all I got to walk home in the dark with my iPod blaring.

I love Vienna.

You can catch up with me here at attempting adventure.
Until then. Caio!

Vienna.

This is my Vienna. 

Day 65.

I rode a bike today. More specifically I rode this bike pictured below. Vienna has an awesome program where you can ride a bike for free around the city. Jenny, Breanna, Whitney, and I all signed up and were excited to participate in out first City Biking experience. Biking around Vienna involves competing with pedestrians, dogs, streetcars, cars, other bikers, and trees. Terrifying yet exhilarating. 

I am happy to report that we are all still alive. I felt like I was seeing the city of Vienna for the first time and I have been living here for 2 months! There is nothing better than the exertion of pent up energy after a long day in the classroom. Biking through one of the most beautiful cities in the world is just what the doctor called for. 

Personally I loved the basket on the front. Best invention ever. I was so happy that I had somewhere to stick my giant backpack :] and my bike was purple. Love.  

After biking around the city for an hour Chip and I were off to take some pictures. Our professor has been giving us assignments that get us out of our comfort zone. One of which is talking to people we don't know. I fail at this challenge epically. It is really hard for me to randomly strike up a conversation with someone and then go, "Oh hey, can I take your picture?" I don't like it. I have been able to do it once so far. She spoke very little English so I really don't know anything about her except that she had friendly eyes. 

Other than that Chip and I took some neat shots. Exploring the city at dusk is a wonderful thing. We stumbled upon a park that has hammocks hanging between just about every tree in the vicinity. Now I know where to sleep if I ever get locked out. 

Gotta Love Vienna.  


I don't want to discuss the soccer game. 

Day 64.

Go Netherlands! Did you watch the game tonight? I did. Nothing like being in Europe for the World Cup. Yes I know that the World Cup is located in South Africa this year...  but it is just so much more exciting being around Europeans because they are actually invested.

Tomorrow Germany vs. Spain. You know I'll be watching. GO DEUTSCHLAND!

Only 24 days left... this is getting crazy.

Love ya. :]

Day 63.

MODAYS ARE MY FAVORITE. really. 


Today I wore my chacos, my tie dye shirt, my cargo shorts, and my BYU study abroad backpack. I looked like the ultimate tourist. Especially when I was photo stalking people for my photography class. I'm just that cool. Get used to it.

So want to know the best thing that happened to me today? Because I was sick last week I don't have to take the make up the quiz I missed in German class. Super score. I guess being sick does pay off sometimes.

Have an excellent day. Eat some chocolate. I know I did.

love,
Krystle

J Crew.

Just in case you have't had the chance to check out J Crews new Fall collection here is a little preview. Dressing in Fall is my favorite.

Day 62.

Today is the 4th of July and even though I am not in America I'll be celebrating.

America is where the party is at! [I can say this. I have been living in Europe for 2 months]

Get out there and enjoy those fireworks and BBQ's for me. :]

My Brother.

This is from when we were in Mexico last month. He really loves his smoothies. 

I have the cutest brother ever. The end. 

Day 61.

7 Reasons I Hate Being Sick In Vienna

1. Loss of appetite 

2. Being stuck at home

3. Feeling gross [even after you shower]

4. The only things I can do are read, blog, or watch movies on my laptop

5. The heat here is RIDICULOUS. I may have mentioned my skylight before

6. Lack of cold drinks 

7. No communication with the outside world 

Hopefully I will be better tomorrow. 

Hey Guess What?

I am not a robot.



But I wish I was because then I wouldn't be sick.

Hope you're feeling well.

love,
Krystle

Day 60.

Today I ventured off of my sick bed to go see the play A Capital Affair at the English Speaking Theater in Vienna. Kayla and I walked into the theater and were the youngest people there by a long shot. Never having read the play before I wasn't sure exactly what we were in for. Lucky for us it was excellent. The theater was charming. A very small venue with less than 100 seats. The cast was sassy. The leading lady was gorgeous and the Senator's accent have a very distinct "Bush" sound to it [That is what you get when you see a bunch of Europeans act out an American comedy]. I don't really think there is ever a piece of professional theater that I can hate. Their was one actor in this production that I couldn't stand. Maybe that kind of terrible acting is socially acceptable in Vienna? Hmmm...

I love theater. I am excited to go back to school in the Fall and work on some projects. :]

World Traveler.

I am a world Traveler. These are the countries that I have visited- a majority of which have been in the last 3 months. :]

1. USA

2. Canada

3. Mexico

4. Austria

5. Czech Republic 

6. Slovakia 

7. Vatican City 

8. Italy 

Day 59.

SICKNESS.

Today I am sick.

I have a Fever.

I can't eat.

I can barely function.

I am going to go back to sleep now.

29 days left.