• Day One on the ground

    August 15, 2019 in the Netherlands ⋅ 🌧 20 °C

    Didn't get much sleep last night, but had too busy a day ahead to dawdle. Fortunately the coffee here is *strong*-- almost like espresso. That plus a great toasted ham and cheese (Gouda?) sandwich and I powered on. By the end of the day I'd accomplished a lot!-- including buying a bike, my #1 priority for the day!

    And also...

    * enjoyed riding it back to hotel
    * stopped to listen to a big band, broadcast on Facebook Live
    * bought bike bags, my #2 priority, since I need to re pack everything and head out tomorrow
    * went out under a full moon and heard a very good blue/funk band. Shot pics from nearby
    * ate late night chicken shawarma for dinner

    It was a good day...and long since I couldn't fall asleep till 3. Jet lag sucks
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