I realise that within a 24 hour period probably 4 of my worst nightmare fears came true or almost came true come to think of it. I don't know if there any other fears that didn't play out. They all played out in one day.
First I think most of us fear that we're going to be sick on our trip. I certainly do it which is why I bring a lot of my herbal stuff along so that happen right away. Nasty sore throat.
Then of course there's the fear that you're gonna lose your passport your credit cards your money which happened right away too.
Then there's the fear you're going to get ripped off and lose all your stuff like the stuff you think you really need like your charging cords whatever etc. Of course I was particularly freaked out because all of my herbal cold fighting things are in there so that happened in the first 24 hours as well.
Then probably the worst thing you can imagine if something happened to somebody you're travelling with in this case my dog. She literally could have been dog napped. Thankfully that didn't happen but it was a very close call.
Checking out the new digs.
So being sick it was hard to find energy and think about having to figure out how to replace all this stuff. It's just not the same as your home town you can't just run down the Whole Foods and PetSmart.
(This guy was incredible. He is a panhandler and decided to just lie down and play dead in the middle of one of busiest crosswalk areas in the most touristy section of Paris. I gave him €2 and an A+ for theatrics. In addition to that there was a pedestrian woman standing right next to him in Mad Max attire with two dogs on a leash, a Macaw on her right shoulder and a very mangy looking crow on the other. It was quite post-apocalyptic).
Well I didn't lie down no sir. First found a charging cord for my phone then made the day's journey about replacing Choochi's airline bag.
Success on both counts and feeling a little better gave us the energy to make it to the Louvre just in time for sunset.
With any luck we're passed the worst and we'll have smooth selling here on in.
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I have been to France many times and not had such bad luck. I’m sorry you’ve had such a tough entry. The best part is Choochi is still by your side and that’s great news. The rest is just things. Enjoy the Latin Quarter. I usually stay at the Hotel St Andre des Arts on rue St Andre des Arts, first as a student in1960 and subsequently.
ReplyDeleteBe sure to look into walks around Paris. They are really excellent and not expensive. Take the subway everywhere Le Metro as it’s easy, cheap and fast. I look forward to following your and Choochi’s adventure.
Glad you’re starting to feel better!
ReplyDeleteHi Laura, so glad to know Choochie and you are safe. Hope your spirits and health have rallied. And you’ve enjoyed some local cuisine and coffee !
ReplyDeleteWow, what a tough start to your trip! Sounds like you are handling all the adversity well, with a measured and wise perspective of what really matters. (Chooch by your side!)Nothing like foreign travel to test our character! Sending lots of love and best wishes for only positive interactions from here on out! 😘😘
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