Monday, September 25, 2006

We have arrived!

So we have made it to our little apt in Paris! After a "little" wandering around the very busy streets of Paris, ka and I are in our flat.

The day started pretty mundane. Packed the last few items, went to the grocery store for last minute items, walked to Robert Q, and met up with ka. Got on the Robert Q bus, made the mistake of drinking too much water before the trip, and around Woodstock, I was feeling a little uncomfortable to say the least..... with no planned stops a long the way, let's just say it was a long ride to TO.

Got to the airport with no issues, except the counter was not open yet. So we wondered around for a little bit, grabbed a bite to eat, and got checked in. The girl at the counter was fantastic, as she gave us seats near the rear of the plane, away from screaming children. So off we went through security, and all the plates and screws in my ankle did not set off the security alarms..... guess the good dr's at Victoria hospital did not lie to me after all..... ;-) We went to the bar for a drink, and got on the plane. The plane ride was pretty uneventful (except for a little turbulence) and of course, 2 awful movies were played, but that's par for the course, I believe.

Got to PARIS, and zipped through customs with no problems. Took awhile to get our luggage, but eventually it appeared, and we both breathed a sigh of relief. After a little confusion, we were off on the bus that was to take us within a 5 minute walk to get to our flat. *cough cough* those that know me well, know that I'm a "little" directionally challenged.... so the 5 minute stroll took quite a bit longer, and we'll leave it at that.... but we are here now, and the place is fantastic! d you would appreciate this - lugging my suitcase up a very narrow flight of stairs after a long 24 hours...

ka is almost finished unpacking, so I'll leave off at this point - more to come with pictures (hopefully!)

5 Comments:

Blogger d~ said...

I'm glad you're safe and sound... well, okay, safe ;)
Just remember, "directionally challenged" is just fancy pants speak for "having and adventure".
You sure you don't want to borrow my rucksack? heh

9:54 a.m.  
Blogger ODG said...

sweet, sweet... ka tells me i have to get both of you drunk - no problem. =]

glad y'all made it safely - be safe and be cool

12:12 p.m.  
Anonymous Anonymous said...

Glad to hear you got there ok! As you guys are unpacking I'm starting to pack for my own adventure to Brandon!

8:26 p.m.  
Blogger ODG said...

Just got the October issue of National Geographic - includes an article of the parks of Paris - "to save your soul" - talk about timing. =]

9:45 p.m.  
Blogger The Bean said...

D- the only time I regret my suitcse is when I have to lug it upstairs.... otherwise I really like the wheels! ;-)

Tanya - I'm sorry to hear you're leaving us, but be sure to stay in touch!

ODG - what does ODG stand for?

11:35 p.m.  

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