–I leave Paros tomorrow for Athens. From Athens I fly to the USA via Vienna. This is my usual route. If all goes well I will be at my mother’s house in upstate New York in time for dinner Sunday night. I will stay three weeks, then return to Greece, and Paros, on August 1st, just in time for a friend’s watercolor exhibit.
–I have much on my mind. Distance will allow me some perspective.
— When I return to Paros I have my work cut out for me: I need to start house-hunting in earnest. I have been told that August is the time to do this. I will also take possession of my road bike, a different animal from the mountain bike. So I will have two bikes. It is similar to having pets. I need a new space. Ideally I am looking for something with a small terrace where I can store the bikes and an extra, small room where I can keep my photography gear. Currently these fill my living room.
–While I am out of town a close friend is housesitting for me. She leaves on July 21st so at least my flat will be occupied and used for the next couple of weeks. It will be good to keep it aired out. She’s a peach! Thanks JR!
–Before I know it September will be here. I will finally (!) begin Greek language lessons. I have been here too long to know so little. I am embarrassed. There is a 25km mountain bike race on nearby Andiparos in which I would like to compete. I also have my own photography to work on. I am working towards a small solo show in November.
–Lots of thinking, lots of action. At night the wheels spin in my head, clanking about like rusty, broken gears. Sleep can be difficult.
–JDCM
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