Life is good!

The day after seeing Tool we were chilling out at the pool in Palm Desert! Nice shot of the Princess!

Go Tool, Go!

Well, finally got to see Tool tonight. They played Sober and Prison Sex (I hear this will be the last time for this Tour). They also previewed a new song ('Vicarious') from the upcoming disc entitled 10,000 Days.

Coachella Weekend!! The Hotel

We checked into the Esmerelda Resort in Palm Desert.

Back in LA...

Flew back to LA today. This weekend Princess and I are going to Coachella - a two-day annual music festival held at the Empire Polo Fields in Indio, California. The real draw for us is Tool. Being a devout Keenanite, I have looked forward to this weekend for longer than I can remember!! Rock on Maynard!

In a Bad Mood, Drove to Scotland

Well, today Esby and I took the fast tour of Edinborough. My finger is killing me!! I managed to snap one good pick though. We learned a few more things today: 1. Sheep are not as friendly as they look; 2. Scotch Whiskey costs more in Scotland than America; 3. When you slam your finger in the door and break the end of it, the pain doesn't go away that quickly!!

York

Arrived in York today and walked around. My finger is still killing me after smashing it in the door yesterday. It is basically broken off at the tip! The Minster is gorgeous!

OUCH! Damn Door Jams!

So, one item of culture shock has now cost me a personal injury! The doors in my flat automatically slam shut. Unfortunately, my pinky finger was in the way tonight.

The Wonderful Newcastle Flat!!

I moved into the Jesmond Road flat today. Nice and clean!

Amsterdam

Arrived in Amsterdam, Netherlands this morning. I think the best part about coming out of the airport and approaching your taxi is the sign that reads "Please choose the taxi you prefer most." I found this to be quite different to the never ending taxi queues in America for sure! Took the 20 minute drive in my silver E class Mercedes to the Marriott (50 euros) and checked in. After a little walking around, I stopped and ate Meatballs with Endive and Mashed Potatoes.