Wednesday, June 14 2023

It was a beautiful yet early start to our first travel day.

The 3 of us flew back to Athens on Easy Jet, and Lynda and Pete took a high-speed train to Rome for their stand-by connection. It’s great to fly for free (Pete’s son is a pilot) but they have no idea when they’ll get home.

We checked into the Athens Holiday Inn and what a relaxed and pleasurable day it was. I will totally admit that I am weary and ready to go home, and being there *almost* felt like home. The room was clean with a comfy bed, nice bathroom (first washcloth I’ve seen!), a kettle for coffee and tea, and even a nice robe! And super great WiFi.

When we first arrived, we had lunch at the hotel bar/restaurant. The food was really good!

I just chilled all afternoon in bed, watched a Netflix movie on my phone (A Beautiful Life with Christopher. EXCELLENT romance and drama), and took a long hot shower with a washcloth. It’s the little things!

I got a knock on my door early evening and it was Holli bringing me a chicken salad. That was so sweet of them!

I must brag just a little about my nieces …. they have gone above and beyond, making sure I was always safe and taken care of. From grabbing my hand when I needed a little support, taking my luggage, buying me water and wine, to making me laugh A LOT …. (Auntie Lolo, add 3 and go back, ALWAYS $4.50). I’m so grateful for their love, and they made the trip that much nicer.

A completely chilled last day in Athens. It felt good to do NOTHING.