Went to Liberty Mountain again but this time for snowboarding. I was trying to catch a beginners' lesson but couldn't find one (or missed one since we were late). So I tried to learn it by myself. One hour later I was able to control my speed using my heels in both direction. Then I went on to try to use my toe so I could finish a full "heel-toe-heel-toe" turn. That part was harder than I thought. Two hours later, however, I finally found the trick: look over your shoulder downhill. Once I started to use my eyes in the right direction, my body started to react accordingly. Now all I need is more practice. I'm such a natural, man. haha.
For those of you who *actually* followed my story, I apologize: I lied, to some extent, when I said my next stop was Nice. In fact I arrived at Nice at night after a very enjoyable, and amazingly fast TGV ride. But I took a day trip to Monaco the very next day. Les Casinos de Monte-Carlo Originally uploaded by yisu1979 In case you haven't know, the Principality of Monaco is a city state with a constitutional monarchy. There are two ways to get there from Nice: a €1,5(!), 40-minute bus or a €5, 15-minute train. I took the bus not because it was cheaper but because I thought the bus ride would have much better views en route given it went along the coast line. I was *so* right. The first thing you saw after arrival was the world famous black tie required casino. Did I remember to wear black tie to get in for the allegedly exquisite interior? Are you kidding me? Symbol of Monte-Carlo Originally uploaded by yisu1979 The whole state of Monaco is built on a mountai...
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