This will be short because Internet access at our Athens hotel is spotty and slow. After more than a day of trying, I finally uploaded some pictures from yesterday.
My short assessment of Athens: Amazing ruins befitting the birthplace of democracy. A noisy, polluted, challenging city reflecting the country's economic woes.
For any worried parents: We are quite safe. I saw a protest yesterday at the main public square for those opposing genocide. That's a pretty safe topic and it generated a pretty safe protest. The people may be waiting for new elections in June to make their wishes known.
Meanwhile, the Anglican minister at church today thanked visitors for coming to Greece during these difficult times. Visitors help Greeks feel wanted, she said. Can't say that I've ever heard than from a pulpit before.
My short assessment of Athens: Amazing ruins befitting the birthplace of democracy. A noisy, polluted, challenging city reflecting the country's economic woes.
For any worried parents: We are quite safe. I saw a protest yesterday at the main public square for those opposing genocide. That's a pretty safe topic and it generated a pretty safe protest. The people may be waiting for new elections in June to make their wishes known.
Meanwhile, the Anglican minister at church today thanked visitors for coming to Greece during these difficult times. Visitors help Greeks feel wanted, she said. Can't say that I've ever heard than from a pulpit before.
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