My first customs experience in 34 years went well. I reckon that I looked bewildered, lost, confused and old. I passed the test with only one hiccup. The Custom’s lady asked me to empty my water bottle before passing through. I clearly hadn’t checked the requirements. Lately, I have been too busy trying to figure out what I would get for 1000, 5000 & 10000 yen. I’ll just have to wait and see.
I walked to the departure gate and back briskly after looking (in awe) at the magnificent Duty Free section of the airport. Not being able to choose which spirit I should buy I decided not to buy anything!
I did find the bar and am now enjoying a Gin Martini. It’s my reward for all that walking. Only one Martini just to settle the nerves. 9 hours flying seems a little strenuous.
A couple of my sister’s friends are travelling to Japan tonight on my plane. When I find them, I will take a pic to share. Small world, isn’t it?
So let’s talk about what my aim is once I hit Hiroshima.
I am hoping to interview as many competitors, volunteers and spectators as I can. I will be writing a story about each person I interview (with their permission, of course). It will be nice to share some different points of view.
I hope you enjoy reading about people from all over the world. Join me whist I broaden my horizons- this is going to be fun.