@theNatalieByrne I have truly struggled with this. They have always been very modest and far too prideful to accept help, or even ask for it. Providing things that cannot be returned: GC, paid bills, etc seem to be the way to make it stick.
@julietXsinclair Thank you for the kind words, Juliet. Made it home late this evening but heading back out again tomorrow for more travel. This trip will be more relaxed and fun so I'll be in better spirits. And home next week to be domestic for a little while.
I had one of the absolute worst travel experiences that I can remember in a very, very long time this week. I'm eager to get home to some very brief sense of normalcy. Longing for some softness stillness and the comforts of home, however brief they may be.
@theNatalieByrne That is incredibly weird and uncomfortable. The amount of mental gymnastics required to make that scene seem normal or acceptable is beyond comprehension
Had a very early morning flight today and booked an Uber in advance, as I usually do. Driver was super late, over 12 miles away at booked time. Cancelled, booked a taxi and saved 20% on the fare. Never had a prebooked issue like this before. Taxis are still viable out there! π
TFW one of your favorite friends proactively reaches out to you in the hopes of reconnecting soon because they had such a good time before and want to let you know they are available and around. This happened twice now this week and is truly flattering. I'm super grateful! ππ