Wow, I am a bit behind

Hello guys and girls,
I haven't updated in a while, so I will make a few interesting comments:

-I went to Ft. William after the Isle of Skye on several suggestions to go there.  I stayed at a hostel by the foot of Ben Nevis, the highest peak in Great Britain.  I didn't have any intention of climbing it, but once I got there they said that it was a 6-8 hour climb, so I figured I might as well.  I ended up going up in 2:25 and down in 1:55, so I was pretty proud of that.  The view from the top was magnificent, and apparently I got really lucky with the weather.  I was in pain for a day or two afterwards, but it was totally worth it.

-I went down the entire lake of Loch Lomond on the bus a couple of days ago.  Dad, you should get a kick out of that.  No, I didn't see Captain Haddock.

-I visited Anfield yesterday and the Emirates Stadium today.  I preferred Anfield, obviously.  It definitely has way more character than the Emirates, but I guarentee you that everything about the Emirates was designed to make money.  They even let you buy bricks out front with your name and a slogan on it.  The Emirates seems to be a giant cash pinata.  I'm glad I got to touch the "This is Anfield" sign.  I feel like a real supporter now.

-I have met so many amazing people on my trip so far.  At least three dozen great people that I have spent time with.  I have had such a fantastic time meeting people from all over Europe, North America, and Australia/NZ.  I can't wait to meet some Africans, Asians, and South Americans on my next legs.

-The world cup has been very unusual so far.  The first set of games were very low scoring, but now the first games of the second round have been 3-0, 4-1, 2-1, and 2-0.  Crazy how much it opens up in the 2nd round.  I was hoping South Africa could do better to help out the atmosphere down there, but I guess I'll live.  I have been doing pretty well making predictions on game winners, with the major exception of Spain losing and Italy drawing.  But, I hope those cheap Italians lose out early.  I was also very torn about the Mexico-France game.  I didn't know which cheaters I should root against more.

-Finally, some bad news:  USA vs. Slovenia is 3:00 London time tomorrow.  My flight leaves at 2:55 London Time.  AWFUL.

Next post:  SA!