Oh, hey. I’m going to Germany today! Actually, I’m leaving Los Angeles today, but I won’t arrive in Germany until Friday morning, at which point I will probably be delirious.
As I have hinted at on twitter and totes the best, I feel incredibly unprepared. Trip planning is not even kind of my thing, though I had more fun with it than I expected, and I didn’t give myself a lot of time to do it, so basically I have a passport and I am getting on a plane. I’ve gone from fear to excitement to panicked-excitement. Now I’m ready to see what happens.
I was just about to say that I have no expectations, but I actually have a ton of expectations. Less about this being a magical and life-changing experience, and more about what I’ll see in Germany and how I’ll spend my time. I have never traveled in Europe before and I have never traveled alone, so everything about this is new. It seems to me that there is value enough in that–and in doing something that scares me–so I’m not worried about magic.
September has been kind of a weird month in my life. I never caught up after taking a break from the internet and then I was gone for a week and now I’m leaving again for more than a week. I have no idea how people keep up with the internet when they’re away; I struggle with it even when I’m spending most of my day in front of a computer.
There are a million things I want to write about, and even posting as much as I can, I can’t say it all. This just feels like a creative time (most of the last year+ has), and I wonder if I should be directing my energy in different directions, but sitting down to blog feels most natural. I’ve actually regretted a few times that I only have one blog now.
So maybe October will be different. For now, Germany! See you around-ish, I think. I have no idea. Be back for sure next month.
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So exited and happy for you!!! Can’t to hear all about it!!! Have fun :)
Exited= EXCITED lol
WE DIDN’T PRACTICE GERMAN… but I am sure you’ll be fine ;) and if you get stuck somewhere, TWEET at me! :)
Have a blast!!
Keep in mind the beer is not ice cold and has a foam top, good for a laugh when you have a foam mustache. Tips are voluntary in Germany, for good service.
Don’t forget an adapter (220/230v).
Germans are pessimists so don’t expect many smiles. That’s why Wal-Mart failed.
There are a lot of American military basis in the south, so the Germans are used to Americans, they also like to speak English (in there own accent).
Groetjes.
Woo hoo! I’m so excited for you, Ashley! I’m also very proud of you for making this trip happen! You’s going to have the best time. And not to mention, traveling alone in a foreign country is a very liberating experience! Can’t wait to hear all about your adventures. :)
I’m so stinking proud of you. I know you’ll have an amazing time. Remember: it’s the hiccups that happen in your travel that make for the best stories. Trust me.
I am so excited for you! Germany is my favorite, you are going to have a blast! I can’t wait to read all about it! ALL THE EXCLAMATION POINTS!!!! :)
Awesome Ashley! You’ll have a blast for sure, enjoy yourself and be adventurous!
hope you are having the absolute BEST time!