Touring the middle of Brussels was a
blast, and I definitely enjoyed it. I love all the different shops and music
surrounding the area. These shops were quite a bit different than the ‘elite’
shops we toured yesterday. These shops were more affordable, and there was a
mix of different things such as Vans, souvenir shops and all sorts of things.
Our tour guide was a bit shy but he was very friendly and willing to answer any
questions, which is what is most important.
Afterwards, we were hoping to grab a
waffle, but the shops were shut down due to siesta. I’ve been in Europe for
about 2 weeks, and I am still not used to shops just closing down mid-day like
that. It was a bit of a walk to the hostel, and it was raining which wasn’t
fun. But we took the metro home, which made it easier. I am still scarred from
seeing my own professor get pickpocketed so I was very watchful of my things.
Almost in a paranoid sense. Maybe pickpocketing will not be so bad when we get
to Amsterdam.
I can’t believe tomorrow is my last day
in Brussels. Tomorrow should be a big day for me, and I am hoping that I will
make the absolute best of it. These two weeks have flown by, but I have enjoyed
them. I want to make sure my last day is memorable, to make up for my first two
days in Brussels. I was really uncomfortable and unimpressed with Brussels from
the start. Luckily, though, my opinion changed because I remained positive and
open-minded. I’m glad that I gave Brussels a chance, because if I hadn’t, I
wouldn’t have ended up having fun. I get my museum pass tomorrow, so that
should be interesting. Tomorrow will be a good last day- I’m sure of it.
