My last day in Mexico City

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This morning I went to Starbucks and purchased a croissant sandwich along with some sweets to go. I found a bench to sit on to people/dog watch.  Some were in a hurry, some taking a leisurely stroll. There were solitary walkers and couples. Most had dogs.

I’m tired of Mexican food. Yesterday I went to a restaurant that a blogger recommended and it had been 6 hours since I’d eaten breakfast. They brought some chips and three different varieties of salsas.  They were all spicy but one in particular was very oily and had large chunks of something in it.  I began to feel ill. They brought my food, a salad and I’m not sure what the other dish was. I asked them to box it up to go, went to the restroom and vomited. On the walk home I was sweaty and vomited a few more times. Once home, I felt back to normal.

Paramo Restaurant

Although I have seen beautiful places and had some amazing experiences, I’m not cut out for city life.  When you’re gone from home in a foreign country for extended periods, you become more grateful for what you have at home. I miss taking a shower that doesn’t run out of hot water. I miss being able to brush my teeth with regular tap water. I miss my cat, and I know he misses me. I purchased some cameras so that I could check on him while I’m gone. I didn’t realize that when I clicked on one of the buttons that he could hear me. I thought it would be comforting for him but it just confused him.

I miss my patio, my dishwasher, and the ability to hop in my car and go somewhere. I miss being understood… not having to use Google translate.  I miss the quiet.

16 thoughts on “My last day in Mexico City”

  2. Oh, I didn’t expect Mexico City to be that green and beautiful though. Thanks for clearing up my misconception of the city. I’m flying via the city soon so maybe I have some time to explore. And I know about the thing with brushing your teeth with tap water. Spent so much time in India and Bali, so the first thing I do when I get home is shower with my mouth wide open 😹

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  6. This post resonated with me. All the little luxuries about home that become more and more vivid as your travels stretch on… I’m sure your cat will be thrilled when you’re home, and that you will be, too 🙂

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  8. Peace and comfort await the weary traveler. Indeed, it’s often the simple things that we take for granted, and your cat will also certainly appreciate hearing your voice in person, rather than via a mysterious speaker. Safe travels, my friend, and welcome home! 🤗

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