Aaaaaaah, home. This is what it feels like to be back in this slow-paced town that reminds me of my "original" home in Mississippi.
I arrived last night at 9:45PM after 30 hours of travel [ew]. Your prayers paid off. That was the most effortless travel I've experienced thus far. The Delta flight attendants were over-accommodating and made sure I kept my luggage with me for the long journey despite having to check many others' carry-on suitcases. [Often, Delta is not known to have the friendliest domestic flight attendants so I call that the 1st miracle]. The lay-overs were perfect in timing allowing some stretch and rest before folding up into those small economy seats for another 8-11 hours. I flew to Detroit then Amsterdam then Cape Town. I easily strolled through customs and was welcomed by one of my favorite South Africans, or I should say, one of my favorite people in general.
I had a brief moment en route to Amsterdam where I lost my S$%#. It all started with the iPod. Damn the iPod and the worship music I chose to lull me to sleep. Instead, it lulled me into an emotional no-man's land--right there, wedged between two men. Luckily I had indulged in two glasses of red wine [it's free internationally, don't judge] so I could blame it on the wine or sleepy eyes [well, I'm sure I could blame it on the wine helping me along]. I was overcome with excitement realizing I'm half-way to Paarl and all that that entails and I was overcome with feelings of grace and mercy that has been bestowed upon me all of this time that has led me to that point, seated in 21D. To save the whole row some embarrassment, I turned off the iPod, popped a Dramamine, and thought about math until I knocked out.
I checked into the guesthouse and it is perfect! It has everything you can image, and it is self catering so I have a full kitchen as well. It's so charming and inviting. I love this quaint town.
I could hardly sleep last night so it was a late start this morning.
I headed out for some wine tasting. How else is one supposed to cure jet-lag?!?!
Today. was. beautiful. My heart is full + happy.
Well, good night from this part of the world. Thank you again for helping get me here physically, emotionally and spiritually.
Love,
Danielle
