Today Ramona and I have a babysitter and we decided to go rollerblading. The best place to go rollerblading in the city is in Palace Square near the Hermitage. There is a large paved lot which no cars are allowed to drive on. To our surprise there was a large concert going on to celebrate some famous singer’s fiftieth birthday. Though a lot of our skating area was closed off we still went to the square and skated around to polkas/waltzes that were being played by army bands. Still it was a lovely evening.

Ramona in front of the Hermitage.

A shot of the flag on top of the Hermitage.

The Hermitage with Port-o-Potties lining the foreground.