Once again another week or two has flown past. I have had my first comment posted (hoorah). At least someone else in cyber space is at least vaguely interested. Last weekend went to Germany (Cologne). It was just meant to be a quiet weekend but it turned out very different. Hit Cologne city centre about 1am (yes am). Found a club and bopped the night away (sorry for the use of the word bopped). When we emerged it was starting to get light. Now that hasn't happened to me for many a year. What really struck me there were no drunken yobs, no shouting, vommiting or aggression. This seems to be a prerequisit in many towns and cities in the UK. Anyhow Saturday comes round and guess what we have an afternoon beverage and end up meeting up with 3 ladies from Newcastle (in England). Well many many beers later sees us very drunk and making a beeline back to the club. When we eventually emmerged it was very early (in the morning). Still noticeably absesnce of any unreasonable behaviour. Sunday arrives and we decide to go site seeing down the Rhine which is pretty neat. I can now order a beer in German (it involves quite a lot of pointing). Got back late on Sunday for work on Monday. Had great fun but could have done with more preparation for the event! Really felt that I had escaped for the weekend though! I have posted photos below for anyone who might be interested. Sorry for the watermarks but they can be removed by emailing the address on them! Till next time....