Money Matters

I've taken care of so many things, but I hadn't quite figured out what to do about money. Cash. Euro. Swiss Francs.

Turns out, after researching exchange rates, transfer fees, changing percentages, that the ATM card is the way to go. I juggled a few bills and transferred some money from savings, and even found more money in one account than I expected. The credit card is cleared and ready to use where possible. And I have some leftover cash from my neighbor to get me started.

And make sure that you call your bank to let you know you're going.

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10 days and counting

I think the countdown is right. In 10 days, I'll be on a plane for Europe. Actually, at this time I'll be headed to Atlanta, but we won't be picky.

I got my travel documents yesterday. I read about optional trips to the countryside in Lucerne, a Tyrolean night of fun, or an excursion to hear Mozart and Hayden. I can't believe this is my vacation trip. How cool is this?

Call me a geek buy I have actually practice packed. I got three sweaters, five turtlenecks, a pair of jeans, pajamas and lot of underwear and socks in my suitcase, plus a foldable one to take gifts in. I couldn't believe I got it right on the first try. I'll be wearing one of the sweaters, and I'll need to put in some personal items, but the carry-on will take some things too.

Finally, I got my digital camera. Now I have visions of taking "the picture" to hang in my stairwell. We'll see. I have 2 Gb of room to try in.