I just got back from Europe myself, the first time in 32 years, and felt exactly the same. We are going to win. One thing that really stood out to me, in my case visiting my home country Romania, is how much freer the people and culture are compared to the U.S. Everywhere people are smoking, drinking cocktails, socializing, etc.
I got back from Italy two months ago. France is definitely on my to-do list, I've only ever seen the coast of Normandy from Dover. I agree with you on the beauty of the English countryside, Italy has the prettiest cities and artwork but the English countryside is unmatched.
I'm glad you enjoyed your visit to England. Sometimes we forget that "while much is lost, much abides" and it takes a visitor to point this out.
I just got back from Europe myself, the first time in 32 years, and felt exactly the same. We are going to win. One thing that really stood out to me, in my case visiting my home country Romania, is how much freer the people and culture are compared to the U.S. Everywhere people are smoking, drinking cocktails, socializing, etc.
I got back from Italy two months ago. France is definitely on my to-do list, I've only ever seen the coast of Normandy from Dover. I agree with you on the beauty of the English countryside, Italy has the prettiest cities and artwork but the English countryside is unmatched.