Cold & Züri Fäscht

I never expected to find relief in a cold, but this time I did. The symptoms started on Friday, but I was worn out the entire week. I thought it was a reaction to returning to work after my holiday, but others suggested the drab weather. I don't blame the weather for my mood, so at least the cold gave me a scapegoat. Fortunately, it was a mild one.

On Friday night and Saturday I went to Züri Fäscht 2007 in Zürich. It was big city festival in the old town with bars, bands, food, midway rides, and people everywhere. Entertainment included air shows over the Zürisee, trapeze artists, motorcycle races, and diving expositions. The highlight for me was the incredible fireworks on Friday night. They were launched from four boats anchored in the lake, and were synchronized to a live orchestra playing The Moldau by Smetena, Pomp and Circumstance by Elgar, and two other orchestral pieces. It was beautifully choreographed: A crescendo in the music had a matching intensity of fireworks, with a massive explosion of light synchronized to the climax in the piece. It was spectacular!