Well I have to say goodbye to this beautiful country. With a late afternoon flight, I was able to visit one more cathedral and possible venue for the upcoming Select tour. This 13th century gothic cathedral is absolutely stunning! When first arriving I thought we were going to be unable to enter due to a mass that was being served. However, my friend Janusz took us into a back entrance into the sacristy where it was my please to meet one of the nuns and caretakers of the cathedral. Again, unable to speak each others language, Janusz bridged the gap to translate. This sister (Christina) was pleased to here we may bring a group of young American singers to perform, in which I replied how much of a privilege it would be to sing even one song in this place! We exchanged farewells as we this time exited through the cathedral… I was able to snap a few quick pictures with the permission of the church!
From there we stopped off for a tea in one of Janusz’ favorite restaurants. It is like 90 degrees out so we decided to go inside.. Thank goodness! I had to dress in extra layers so my luggage will pass without charge! (Just a side note… Its not fun trying to pack for two different countries which will total almost 40 degrees difference). I will leave a record breaking temperature in this country to travel to Norway where at last report is about 65 degree.
So we sit down in the wonderful café to have tea.. only to end up eating (AGAIN)! Janusz asked if I liked fish soup to which I replied, “I have never had fish soup”! He states to me that I will have the best fish soup of my life before I go! Honestly, the thought of “fish soup” was not exactly what I had in mind. I mean, I was so hot, sweaty and even eating was the least thing on my mind! However, as I have learned over the past few days… trust Janusz… so I obliged.
It was the best fish soup I have ever had. Quite honestly, it ranks up there with one of the best of any soups I have had! Even hot and sweaty I devoured this delicious meal! We enjoyed a few more laughs together before heading to his car and continued on to the airport. I really have enjoyed my time with Janusz.. he now has become much more than the person who will guide my kids throughout our tour, he has truly become my friend! I look forward to seeing him in 5 short months!
So now, I sit waiting to board my plane to Norway.. Im nervous, excited, scared and eager. Having truly never traveled alone, this will be a first for me. Let my Norwegian adventure begin… Oh god.. the plane just pulled into the gate… its propeller… ummmmm….
To Be Continued…
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