Reflections on Europe

Reflecting back on this trip brings with it many good memories. Getting to Europe is always a trek and this time was no different, but once you are there it's so easy to get around. Trains, planes, and automobiles provided all the modes of transportation we needed to visit 6 countries in 2 weeks. That sounds a little much and the reality of it is that while our feet physically touched 6 countries during that time, we spent very limited amounts of time in most of them. Our major stops were Belgium and France, but we also hit the Netherlands, Italy, Monaco and Germany. 

This trip was different in that we had Z's mom travelling along with us. It was fun showing her around and playing a bit of a tour guide especially in Paris. Our worry was that our general pace of travel which is to see as much as possible would be a little too much for her, but she kept up nicely. It was also really great to meet some of her family and spend time with them getting to know them. 

I always love travelling to Europe. The countries and cities all have such a rich history, culture, and beauty to them. It's such a change from back home and it's a change that I absolutely love. The lifestyle there is so different and when I'm exposed to it makes me crave it for my own. We had a lot of really good food and perhaps a few too many tasty pastries and gelato. But as they say, when in Europe......

There are many good memories and experiences that I'll cherish but if I had to pick a favourite, I'd have to say was attending a match at the French Open. I am so happy that Z managed to get us tickets. It's always been a dream of mine to either see Wimbledon or the US Open live so to be able to see the French Open on the clay courts helped to satisfy that dream (for now). 

With so much of the world out there to explore, these globetrotters won't rest for long....so until next time....life is good!!