Summer 2007 is going to be spent in eastern Europe. This photo is the living room/bedroom of my studio/executive suite in Prague, CZ. Three words for you people, I LOVE IT!!!!!!!!! It is the same style as Malia Residence in Roma, Italy. Quiet cobblestone street, birds chirping, and the air is fresh and cool. Sorry Egypt, but it is a refreshing break from my most beloved country.

The kitchen is very efficient. All the comforts of home. There is a small little window that one can open beside the stove. It is a small, neat kitchen and the great thing is....everything works. I am also happy to report that there was no need to clean before I cooked lunch today. No dust, or black particulate matter all around. It is the small things in life that makes one happy.

I have a fantastic bathroom. I can't really think of a better way to spend my month. It is so much better than a hotel. If any of you are interested in visiting Europe, I would suggest spending your time in a Residence. A Residence is like an apartment and your stay will be much more relaxed. This is my second stay in a Residence and I love it. I had airport transfer included. I only have myself, but you can get really large and fantastically decorated units. The internet is your best bet to research these places in your host country.

I arrived on July 1 (late due to weather) and this is my second full day here in Prague. I spent all of yesterday paying for flat rental, arranging airport transfers for family, and organizing some tours. It took me a solid hour to orient myself with a map and street names. I found a Tesco, a British style Walmart chain, or for my Egyptians, Carrefour. Nothing is written in English, so I am learning as I go. I spent today out on the Vlatva River meandering around. I had an experience today that was... unnerving. I think I have read to much into The Secret (very tres chic self help book in Egypt at this time). I was walking along the river sidewalk towards Charles Bridge and this woman (obviously a local) was riding her bicycle towards me on the street. I don't know what happened, but she fell off her bike right in front of me. I went over to ask her is she was ok, and she had a very deep laceration over her right temple. I was so relieved when some Czech's came over as the woman spoke no English, and she really needed a hospital. We could not staunch the bleeding. She looked so scared and so did we, honestly. One young lady called an ambulance and I left them there waiting. It was really horrible, and I do hope the woman is ok.

I went on along the Vlatva river towards the Charles Bridge. I decided to sit and relax and enjoy the view and do some people watching. I like to watch and observe people. I am very fascinated by the activities of those around me. I wonder if others find me that interesting when they observe me whilst I am unaware. While sitting here by this well cared for statue (Prague takes wonderful care of thier monuments) there was a family of 4 standing in front of me taking a picture. Their 12 to 14 year old daughter just passed out and dropped like a rock, right in front of me. I couldn't believe it. The father physically picked her up, she came around and managed to stand on her own. She looked completely disoriented, and at that time, so did I. I thought, for the love of God, what happened?? I started looking around me like a guilty person...as though I caused it. Needeless to say, I got up and moved on towards my apartment. I think that was enough for one day. I hope tomorrow is better for the poor people around me.

Tommorow I will meet my travel agency at Wincelas Square. By the way, there really was a King Wincelas. She is trying to talk me out of going to Vienna, Austria. I am still planning to go. I hope she stays in good health within my presence tomorrow. I will keep you posted.

A Woman of Egypt