Jennifer in Luxembourg

I'm writing from my room in Zurich. This is my first time in this country, and it has absolutely captured my heart. I was very disappointed my trip last week to Bordeaux was cancelled, as I was excited about a local tour guide and the ocean. So instead, I took the train to Zurich. What. a. trip. So, let's go back to 48 hours... Monday night I got home later than usual from our girl's group, as we had amazing conversations. But I still needed to pack! I finally managed my suitcase and backpack, as well as all the extras I needed for work. Tuesday morning, I had a well-timed agenda. First the grocery for a few last-minute items, then my friend's to drop off their borrowed rice pot, then caught a bus to be home in time to gather my things and leave the country. Somewhere along that journey, I lost my personal phone! A few quick calls to the bus company and the police, I decided I still had to leave the country for the work event I was headed too. There are currently a lot ...

Water always brings me peace.  The sun is on my face, but a brisk chilly wind is flapping my hair. So much in my personal life has me in turmoil lately, but here on this boat, the drone of a plane above and gentle hum of the boat motor accompany the low chatter of the other passengers and block everything out. The tranquility of the moment actually is bringing tears to my eyes.  There are gentle ripples in the lake from the boat cutting through the water, and bells toll of in the distance. The scenery is beyond amazing. Steep hills, with colorful houses built in; gardens lining the shores; The crisp white Alps in the distance. Patches of sloped green grass dotting the view.  Switzerland is absolutely stunning, and I'm so grateful for the small push I received to ensure I took this boat ride, especially after an incredibly early morning meeting contractors to fix the truck. R wrote me challenging me to leave my laptop and take the boat tour I wanted, especially in the perf...