Day 47, April 17. A very low-key day around Nuno’s home town of Famalicao. I spent a lot of the morning trying to arrange logistics for my UK visit, which isn’t easy. Luckily, Teal, whom I had met at Space … Continue reading →
Day 46, April 16. Today Nuno (pronounced nu-nu) drove me to the gorgeous little city of Guimraes. Its castle from around the 1100s and the palace of the Dukes (if that’s what it’s called) would have been good enough, but … Continue reading →
Day 45, April 15. Last night I missed Passover for the first time in probably 50 years, maybe longer. I usually lead the service for my family, and this year I won’t even be giving up bread for the eight … Continue reading →
Day 37, April 5. Didn’t get much sleep last night. Room wasn’t the greatest. Unpleasant odor. But it was better than being on the streets, so I’m not complaining. I got up early and walked past many people who did … Continue reading →
Day 31, March 30. Today would have been the best non-training day I’ve had on this trip had I not lost my camera. Okay, so this great day cost me $450—a little on the expensive side, but almost worth it—but … Continue reading →