Number of times we have bought nasty sparkling water instead of mineral water: 25
Number of different beds we have slept in on this trip: 80 (Fold down train bed)
Number of bodies of water Aubree has peed in while swimming: 8
Number of times Hazen has stubbed his toe while walking on cobble streets and sidewalks: 1,501
Number of times train employees have been really pissed off at us: 28
Number of times we have left the umbrellas at home only to get rained on later in the day: 10
Number of times we have stupidly ordered nachos thinking they would be like Azteca nachos: 7
Number of times Aubree tried getting a bloody mary only to get tomato paste: 6
Number of countries Hazen has enjoyed their domestic beer: How many countries have we been in?
Number of countries we have had to go to the pharmacy for cough drops: 6
Number of times Aubree has complained about her rat tail: 75
Number of times we have taken a cold shower: 30
Number of times we have laughed or made fun of tourists with Canadian flags on their packs: 300
Number of times we have been hassled for being American: 0 times
This has become a big issue for Hazen as he is sick of Americans thinking they live in the center of the world. Nobody really cares if you are American. A tourist is a tourist no matter where you are from. One hope that we have is that our travels will get more people excited about traveling and apart from all the joking about mistakes it is really fun and accessible.
Thanks to everyone for all your kind words of support and encouragement. It really meant a lot to us and we can't wait to see you all in a couple weeks.
3 comments:
I can't believe it's only a couple weeks left! All your stories have been incredible. I know what you mean about not wanting American's to think they are the center of the world. When I was travelling it was the same way, and if you just act "normal" and don't play the "i'm an american" card, you'll be liked just fine for who you are. Which is obviously how it's been for you, as you seem to have made tons of friends! None the less, can't wait until you are back!!!
Excited is an understatement! It's been great to follow you on your journey... Can't wait to sit down over a pint or 5 and catch up!! Really looking forward to seeing you again. Take care of yourselves and enjoy your remaining time!
sweet ass rat tail sis! can't wait to see it in person. we will be doing some brewing on monday and will hopefully be ready for Hazen to try one when you get back. can't wait to see ya.
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