Some Final Musings on Prague

-Europe is very friendly to blind people; I wish I could say the same for everywhere I’ve been.

-In train stations…birds have free reign, so watch out.

-The metro is a life saver. I really like public transportation. There is nothing like that feeling when you are waiting for the metro to come and you start to feel that chilly breeze from deep within the tunnel. You then see some light and follows is the metro. You know it’s almost here when you feel your hair whip around your face, or your skirt almost fly up, or a shiver go down your spine.

-Of course I would figure out the Tram system my last week here.

-I’m going to miss the bread breakfast.

-High school boys and middle school boys are the same everywhere.

-Big groups stick out. And places don’t like you to go there in big groups

-Get off the beaten path; it’s cheaper and often better.

-Who cares if you gain 20 pounds, the food is just too good to pass up.

-Wake up for the sunrise…it’s worth it.

-Learn about Czech history, it’s fascinating.

-If you can learn Czech, you’re life will be easier.

-You’re gonna stick out regardless. You look American.

-Meet other people; it makes the trip so much more interesting.

-In restaurants, it’s going to take a while to get your food. Get over it and enjoy that time together. Slow down and take it all in.

-Don’t worry about money or time…enjoy the moment. You only live once and some of these things are once in a lifetime. 

I’ve been back home for a few days now and it’s hard for me to grasp that just less than a week ago I was across the ocean in one of the most amazing cities of my life. Prague was a gorgeous city with so much to do and see. The history and culture was captivating and I am so blessed to have had this experience. I saw so much while I was gone and I wouldn’t trade it for the world. I also made some amazing friends and this trip will always bond us together. No one can go through Prague Summer 2011 without being friends at the end. I miss Prague but it will always be a part of me. One day I hope to return and retrace my steps and discover something new, as in Prague there is always something to discover down those winding cobblestone streets.

"I'll come back when you call, no need to say goodbye..."

June 30th-July 2nd, 2011:

Thursday was our final class day. Craziness. We took it easy that morning and then Adrienne and I head to Club Architect. Once again, a good meal. We had class at 2pm that day. Our final exam…20 questions and we were done. Our professor was great! I’m pretty sure I passed the class. It was a wonderful class and I loved learning about Czech authors. That afternoon we got Angelatos and headed back to the pension. We all got ready and it was time for the final dinner! Whoa! We got separated on the metro but no big deal (I did have a little twin moment when I realized Sarah wasn’t on but she was in a pretty big group so she was okay). We found the place it was really cool. You could actually climb up to the top and sit on the roof which was cool. A band played a bunch of old music that was so much fun to dance too. I sat at a table with some of my best friends there and get this…the Chancellor of NCSU. No big deal. He was a nice guy. Really down to earth. We all had a blast as one final night together. At one point people started shaggin too. Haha I tried to teach some of the boys the lift but it was gonna take some work. Haha. 

Friday wasn’t the prettiest day weather wise and we had a slow start but Sarah, Sydney, Chloe, and I headed to the institute to turn in our keys and pack up their glass stuff. We then met up with Chloe’s parents and one of her friends from school and we went to a sausage place on the river. Oh it was good. We definitely were all really hungry and those potatoes and sausage hit the spot. Afterwards, we went and got the glass stuff and said goodbye to Maria. She was a great program director for the institute! We all came back to the pension and slept some and then it was time for Neklid! I went (not the last time) with Adrienne and Grace and such. I enjoyed the chicken burger and honey cake as per usual. That night people were had already left and were leaving Saturday so we just hung out and just enjoyed our last few moments together. 

Well, the day before I leave. I can’t believe it’s all come down to this. I got a late start, but not before I had one final breakfast with a group. Oh I’m going to miss that bread and jam every morning. Haha. Sarah, Sydney, and I then headed over one last time to Club Architect and did some last minute shopping. I went by Old Town for a bit and saw a concert going on…pretty cool way to end my days at Prague. After I got I did some packing…Oh I hate packing. I have accumulated way too much stuff. For dinner the remaining few headed to well…of course Neklid. This place was our home away from home. I think Kevin and I became the spokespersons. Haha. My final meal was this excellent pork chop with oven roasted potatoes with cheese and cream sauce. Heavy, but delicious. Then I had to top it off with honey cake. For drink: citronada…which s mint lemonade. What better way to go out, I can’t think of any other way.