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Great to hear you are feeling better (bear)
Today the Eastern Orthodox Church celebrates Easter, tomorrow we will have a bank holiday too, and later May 1.
Yesterday I stayed at the office up to 5 pm as it's my time to be the service manager. Nearly no people, just translated and then went shopping.
The syllabus I translated in March was appreciated by the customer, she had given it to the native speaker for checkn and he approved.
I'm feeling often on the edge, probably my inner struggle, family circumstances and pressure at work (being the only sworn translator) had had a major impact so far.
Now it's a holiday period, but of course I'm expected to see my doctor again.
Happy Easter, love
Expected why?
I want to make the things clear with blood pressure, although I'm fine now.
But it's a holiday period up to May 9 (private health centers have a normal work schedule).
You really should get things checked over with your blood pressure.
Happy Easter...
I'm overwhelmed by a lot of mixed feelings. Now my private plans depend on my mom's condition, because I know that she will omit some things etc in case she feels worse.
On a good note, she is not against the idea of my holiday or city break somewhere in Europe. However, I haven't even booked my flight so far, everything was postponed nearly up to the end because of her fragile condition.
I hope she will be ok and then I can finally head to London for a city break.
Sometimes I'm just generally feeling lost and willing to stay close indoors as I'm far from ideal etc. Also there is a risk of small panic attacks.
But I've always enjoyed the idea of travelling and being naturally curious about seeing new places.
The idea of megapolis scares me to a certain extent. But I'm mostly scared about some technologies. When I was abroad several years ago, I got used to it. Back home, everything became the same: cash instead of contactless, old transport paying system. Because only 20 % use it. No problem for me, just not my ordinary way of life, so afraid of getting lost into the world of technologies and innovations.
Everyone is so helpful though if you needed help. People are used to being stopped and asked directions or help all the time!
Is there someone who could look after your mum when you go away?
I know the feeling Selena, I love exploring but don't always like to leave my own surroundings. But one thing I have learned on my travels to the UK is that everybody is always helpful and friendly. Even to a point that I don't mind asking for directions or help. And thats something I do not even do around here.
Yes, Paula, I could personally ask one of our neigbours. I mean 3-4 days it will probably be fine.
Thanks, Mira, you are right, because our experctations and reality is rather different.
I'm feeling maybe depressed and a little bit trapped, because too many events happened since last year.
Yes, hunni, you’ve had a lot to deal with, and have a lot of responsibility on your shoulders. But you’re only trapped if you do nothing to free yourself. A few days away could be the stepping stone to a more exciting and joyful life
You've had such a hard year. I really hope you take courage and book your flights. You deserve a break and something exciting just for you. Xx
Me too, thanks, even for a city break.
Have you looked into it? A city break can be enough to recharge the battery.
Yes.
By the way, I liked your way of saying it "recharge the battery".
And my mother will not remain alone for much time, just a few days.
Although, I'm a little bit anxious definitely. Not too bad at planning, but still there are many new things to discover.
Have you looked at things like tripadvisor? Travel agents? Trivago etc?
Yes, I did. It was helpful too.
So. Have you made a decision yet?
I can say yes, just should fix some organizational moments.
Good :)
Well done!
A little holiday will do you the world of good. You might even make new friends. Looking forward to knowing where you're going!
Well, not sure about making new friends...But it's a good opportunity and a big challenge to me taking into consideration panic attacks and my anxiety.
But I've always liked the idea of travelling.
It will be a citybreak...and London.
Then some time spent in Transylvania.
I will be happy to see new places viewed from a different angle, with my eyes...and if possible to meet someone from DWD.
Sounds like a great plan!
Great that you are going. i am sure there is so much to see and experience there. Around what time will you be going? If I may ask?
I will book next week.
The beginning of June, around June 4-June 8, I'll write exactly the next week.
I only hope no Force Majeure's , especially my mom's situation.
How is your Mum?
She is now stable for her condition, no fever and no serious pains.
That’s good to hear :)
I have found a nice place to stay near Hyde Park. It should be fine, as it is a recommendation of someone who stayed there.
Wizzair Company also seems to be nice, as I was explained many options of changing days and flights in case of my personal circumstances
I'm also anxious because of my mom's anxiety. She is fine about the idea of me visiting any European state. But she started to have nightmares - something with her and me. I know that's stupid and I cannot define myself as superstitious, but this really gets on my nerves.
Sounds lovely!
Is she really having nightmares or is she trying to make you not go?
My mother told me a while back that she had dreams about stuff happening to me. Not good things either. I think its more about the worries your and my mum have then them being premenisions or anything like that. So i see it as our mums loving us.
I think you are going to a great place and I know you will enjoy it.
She had a nightmare. I don't think she is against my European city break.
Maybe this is due to her anxiety like Mira said.
I'm petrified of the public transit image. How do you board the bus? What about the metro?
And this little "monster"....Oyster card
This will help explain the Oyster card: https://visitorshop.tfl.gov.uk/tfl/l...r-oyster-card/
The tubes seem scary, but honestly there are always staff around who are always willing to help!
Your main journey will be from the airport to your hotel. Apart from that you are staying in a lovely and central location so please try not to worry!
It is awesome that you are going. And keep posting questions here. Like Suzi there are many that can help you with your questions. And whenever I am in the UK everybody is so so helpful.
Thank you, Suzi, for link. It is helpful indeed.
If I've got it right, I can order it now and receive before my arrival to London. 5 pounds is to be returned as it is like a deposit and it I'll get it already charged.
Yup that's right! :)
You see. You will have a great time and things will be clear long before you go to the UK.
Yes.
The Oyster card unfortunately cannot be delivered to my country.
But I found a great information about the payment for transfer from Luton to London and return.