After leaving London, I traveled alone to Amsterdam by train.  I had been blessed with clear skies in London for several days (probably a record!), but was thus unlucky when arriving at my new locale.  Trying to navigate streets with names-longer-than-the-average while the rain is pouring, the feet are sloshing, the mood is irritable…can make for a bit of relief upon destination arrival.  Once I gathered my thoughts, maps, and drier clothes, I set off to explore this “free” cityRead more