80 Days Around Europe
Blessed are the curious, for they shall have adventure.
– L. Drachman
And boy have I been blessed! I’ve made it to day 80 and I can hardly believe all that I have been able to see and do. Every single day I meet incredible people, see beautiful things and learn interesting lessons about the history, culture and traditions of the places I visit.
But I must say the people are the most memorable for me. Sure, there are sunsets and buildings and bridges (and yummy meals!!) that I will never forget, but it is the people that will stay with me forever, closest to my heart…even the few that haven’t always left the best impression. What I keep with me daily, and revisit in my journal writing, are the people, the moments, the conversations and interactions. I am the lucky owner of a long list of incredible people who have taught me things, made me laugh or cry (or both) and touched me in ways I will never forget. Often it is someone who’s name I learn, people I spend time with — Laura, Sam, Cristina, Keith, Terry, Charles, Col, Eszter, Meleta or Sasha (just to name a small few.) But sometimes it is simply an anonymous person who helped me in some way — the woman I bought my fruit from, the sweet girl who helped me find a working payphone, the redhead at the train station who asked me if I needed help with directions, the man who waited patiently while I counted my change…AGAIN! There are tons of folks like this, every single day some angel gives me a nod or shove or push, almost always in the right direction or at just the right time.
The journey continues…and I think it is because of people that I feel just as energized as Day 1 — people I meet and folks back home too. In less than 80 days I will be back in the states (MOM: insert big smile here) and will continue to be touched by incredible people…all those that have supported and cheered me on during this great adventure, as well as new folks whom I’ve yet to cross paths with. Here’s to more adventures of a very curious mind…and the people she meets along the way 🙂
Oh, just a quick reminder too — please also check the Eurail blog for updates, I’ll continue posting on that website about three times a week through the end of my trip. I promise lots of good travel tips in the coming months, as high season approaches. And a quick mention of two other BootsnAll Europe websites to check out, the creative Europe on an Alphabet and the all-knowing World Cup Blog! Start planning your own European adventure today 🙂
Tags: Europe, Europe 2006, Tag Index
Kel
May 6th, 2006 at 11:15 am
I have been smiling since day #1 -especially when I read a terrific post like this one. I am delighted that your adventures have been blessed, but I am not surprised. I know you have blessed others along the way too:)
May 6th, 2006 at 3:30 pm
What beautiful thoughts from a beautiful person……….can’t wait to see you!
May 9th, 2006 at 4:45 am
A great piece! The little kindnesses give meaning, sanity and life-sustaining memories!
May 9th, 2006 at 4:48 am
I can’t tell you how I love reading your blog. I look forward to it every time! I’m glad you are doing so well and enjoying each moment! Can’t wait to see you!
May 9th, 2006 at 4:59 am
Hi everyone, thanks so much for stopping by…It it is really so nice to hear from friends and family all over the world!!
We have arrived safely in Ljubiljana, Slovenia, the train ride here was fantastic but a long one… no time for a post right now, but Ill be back on both blogs later this week 🙂