It was a long day of buses. But I love the feeling of getting off a bus or train somewhere and not knowing where you are going what you are doing. Outlaw Maps.
Equally exhilarating is staring at a map trying to plan out how far you can get with x number of days and y amount of money.
Day 16- 3/1/16 ( Exploring Vienna/ Philharmonic)
Panic attack 2 was not as kind as number 1. I actually was laying on the bathroom floor, confident I was dying, trying to breath my way through the fact that my body was so overloaded that it shut down my ability to hear for 5 minutes. Scary moments.
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Alright Vienna....I give in. You aren't as terrible as I thought. People really can find things to enjoy here. Its just the freezing cold, gloomy weather that is making me want to sit and sip coffee all day long. I can do that in a week. At least, you know...in the evenings. I press on!
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Talked to a fellow traveler about my panic attack. Apparently it's not uncommon. I'm alright. Also I'm beginning to really be able to notice the differences in traveling solo in Asia and in Europe. Asia seems more accepting of backpackers and tourists. Not that Europeans are unkind. I just consistently feel like I'm being judged for not speaking the language. Did I mention I'm only here for a week? And is it me, or are European travelers more stuck up? I really haven't made friends with anyone from Europe yet. Everyone I have met has been American, Canadian, Brazilian, Asian, or Australian. I'm finding it very interesting.....
Day 17- 4/1/16 (More Vienna explorations/ Ballet)
Oh my cold! It has been a long time since I have felt numb due to cold, but this morning I did. As I wandered the famous, beautiful palace gardens, I thought "nope...this is not worth it. Time to go back to my book and tea." No more northern winter trips.
Day 18- 5/1/16 (Outdoor Vienna explorations)
Once you travel for a fair bit of time in a fair number of places, you can tell almost instantly if a city is meant for you or not. Prague felt like instant love. I'm not sure if it was the beer, the general welcoming of the people, or the fact that I was just able to walk around with ease and reflect on the beauty. Vienna felt cold. Mostly because it was. Even though there were plenty of opportunities for cheap culture I just felt unwelcome. People were generally kind enough, but overall the city felt egotistical to me. Easy enough to maneuver around, but without a heart.
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Today as I arrived at the central park without getting one bit lost I felt totally accomplished. This travel thing ain't so bad sometimes. Vienna did alright for itself. I had to remind myself not to get too cocky. New city, new challenges tomorrow.
Day 22(9/1/16)
Last day of travels. I'm almost in tears as I complete my Tom Robbins book. So much insight in it. I cannot contain my disappointment that I never read it before, and that now, I won't have as much time to read for fun as I go back to school/work on Monday. Agh!
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I return...poorer in the bank, richer in experience. Weaker in the heart, stronger in the mind. I am so ready to be home, and yet, I contemplated hopping a random train or plane to another location. The journey is not yet over. I still have all my pictures to edit, blogs to write, and highlighted notes in my book to mull over in the silence of my home, with some wine and dinner. Which will consist of all vegetable please!
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I was feeling that ever knowing wrenching depressing post holiday blues. But as I saw the ocean I felt a sufficient amount of relief. A small reminder of why I am doing this.
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