As I talked about yesterday, I dealt with the issues of the lost wallet and having new items issues. I had intended to meet a fried at their house to run but traffic in the Washington, DC area deterred that activity. I was going to drive over to Springfield and meet Chris to run. The… Read More A slow day
I had one of those days that annoys me with myself. I was still having some issues with jet lag so had not been sleeping all that well. I was slow in getting organized which did not help. Unexpectedly, the group that cleans my house arrived. I have my house cleaned every two weeks normally.… Read More Irritated with myself
It has been nice being back and catching up with friends I was suffering from jet lag early on I was up early in the morning. I always try to stay up to as close to my normal bedtime as I can. This works in the evenings but I was still waking up on Toulouse… Read More Been busy since I have returned to Alexandria
I was suffering from jet lag so woke up fairly early. I had tried to stay up until at least 10:00 pm to try to get me to sleep longer but woke up around 3:30-4:00 am. I tried to go back to sleep but failed so ended up reading. I made tea to go with… Read More First full day back in Alexandria
I had a good trip home. It was long as to be expected. I left the apartment at 8:30 am ESTi/2.:30 am EDT and arrived at my house at 18:15EDT/00:15 EST so it was an 18 hour day of travel. The travel included multiple forms of transportation – walk from apartment to the Navette bus… Read More Trip Home
I packed my suitcases and straighten the apartment for the final time. I cleaned out the refrigerator of what little was left. It was sad to think that it was the last day but since I know I am coming back it is not so bad. I have even communicated with the Airbnb host and… Read More Last day in Toulouse
I did a final good cleaning of the apartment. I want to make sure I can return so want to these things in good order. The apartment is easy to clean as it has tile floors and composite floors so vacuuming and mopping the floors is very easy. Also, the decor is minimalist so there… Read More Preparing for my departure.
I started getting organized so I could pack and get ready for my return trip to Alexandria/Washington. I always stress out about packing and those activities. I was figuring out what I needed to clean in the apartment before I leave. I want the host to be happy so I can come back in the… Read More My last days of this trip are turning out to be great
Today was one of those days that reminds me how much I like Toulouse and its vibrant life. The heat wave had broken and it was cooler and overcast. I had seen posters for a Food and Beverage festival that was being held at the Grand Rond garden this weekend. I decided to head over… Read More Why I like Toulouse
My stay in Toulouse for this trip is winding down. I am down to my last couple of days and am trying to do as much as I can before I leave. The heat wave is still here but it is supposed to break by tomorrow. I went to the Victor Hugo market to get… Read More Last dinner at La Panache
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