tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8085364042461678579.post4186236990663560152..comments2024-03-28T21:02:40.709+02:00Comments on PlacesPeopleStuff with Character: Asking for DirectionDUTAhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12979375799258978432noreply@blogger.comBlogger24125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8085364042461678579.post-51426351291418767192016-11-29T04:14:47.743+02:002016-11-29T04:14:47.743+02:00Hi Kim,
When we're in a strange place, and es...Hi Kim,<br /><br />When we're in a strange place, and especially if the signage is in a foreign language - we do what we can; meaning, we ask local passersby to help us get where we want. People are usually nice and willing to help; sometimes they're even funny.DUTAhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12979375799258978432noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8085364042461678579.post-63991890033406564192016-11-29T03:46:58.651+02:002016-11-29T03:46:58.651+02:00Your so right about asking for directions! It giv...Your so right about asking for directions! It gives contact with the locals. You have traveled a lot! The litter is funny way to give directions Kim@stuffcould....https://www.blogger.com/profile/03566751822418137457noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8085364042461678579.post-58839591258365762092016-11-27T22:46:14.648+02:002016-11-27T22:46:14.648+02:00Marsha Splenderosa,
Yes, we all encounter languag...Marsha Splenderosa,<br /><br />Yes, we all encounter language barrier situations, and it is sometimes embarassing. Thanks for the Citymapper tip.DUTAhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12979375799258978432noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8085364042461678579.post-85803255932669771782016-11-27T22:22:32.620+02:002016-11-27T22:22:32.620+02:00I'm laughing as I've been in the same situ...I'm laughing as I've been in the same situation! I'm kinda shy about asking people in other countries because I feel horrible that I don't speak their language. Now there an APP for that. Citymapper. Just download it for free from the APP STORE. But I think the GPS on our phones works that way as well ?????Splenderosahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06421992667097947469noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8085364042461678579.post-70144647068093305642016-11-24T15:48:15.961+02:002016-11-24T15:48:15.961+02:00Nikki (Sarah),
Thank you.
I think, when going abr...Nikki (Sarah),<br /><br />Thank you.<br />I think, when going abroad we should have with us some little phrase book which could save us when in need, as language barrier can be very disturbing in certain places.DUTAhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12979375799258978432noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8085364042461678579.post-36676010333262354062016-11-24T15:29:41.788+02:002016-11-24T15:29:41.788+02:00Good post Duta. The first thing that pops out at m...Good post Duta. The first thing that pops out at me is the fun in exploring and asking directions connects with locals. I was in china once and got lost. Everyone I asked had no idea I needed help. No one spoke English and so people nodded and smiled at me. At first I was afraid but somehow figured out how to get back to the hotel. Nikki (Sarah)https://www.blogger.com/profile/13731200601840020130noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8085364042461678579.post-66477608261857004692016-11-24T03:19:53.573+02:002016-11-24T03:19:53.573+02:00Jenn Jilks,
With all the technology that surround...Jenn Jilks,<br /><br />With all the technology that surrounds us, contact with the person on the street is still a nice, rewarding experience.DUTAhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12979375799258978432noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8085364042461678579.post-35892780032891203752016-11-24T02:07:48.466+02:002016-11-24T02:07:48.466+02:00What a delightful tale! I like what you say, you d...What a delightful tale! I like what you say, you do meet people asking directions!Jenn Jilkshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05259681360456905055noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8085364042461678579.post-14542570725070684132016-11-23T16:50:45.175+02:002016-11-23T16:50:45.175+02:00Pam,
I believe you; one doesn't easily forge...Pam,<br /><br />I believe you; one doesn't easily forget a wrong turn, if at all. Indeed, when it comes to the people on the street, they are the same everywhere; trying to help, giving advice, making conversation.DUTAhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12979375799258978432noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8085364042461678579.post-90063898281142589712016-11-23T16:34:41.960+02:002016-11-23T16:34:41.960+02:00After taking a wrong turn, we once asked a man in ...After taking a wrong turn, we once asked a man in the middle of nowhere, in Alabama, out plowing with his mule, how to get to a military park, he scratched his head, and said: "I don't think you can get there from here." It was many years ago and we've never forgotten it! <br />Asking for directions definitely can make life interesting. And most of the time, it's good Pamhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02158336083462589188noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8085364042461678579.post-58815125933663275892016-11-22T19:06:21.283+02:002016-11-22T19:06:21.283+02:00Alicia,
Oh, you and your sister Lisa - what a won...Alicia,<br /><br />Oh, you and your sister Lisa - what a wonderful team! You two can go anywhere and get to all sorts of places. You're perfect for travelling together. Keep on doing that!DUTAhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12979375799258978432noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8085364042461678579.post-87476645984126187162016-11-22T17:48:38.858+02:002016-11-22T17:48:38.858+02:00Whenever my sister and I travel anywhere we like t...Whenever my sister and I travel anywhere we like to do the same, ask people for directions or for a good place to eat or get coffee. Many times it's led us to little out of the way places we never would have thought to go to. Glad you are enjoying some travelling but definitely be careful!Aliciahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18196096131750922174noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8085364042461678579.post-29985510968932766622016-11-22T01:07:20.896+02:002016-11-22T01:07:20.896+02:00La Petite Gallery,
You're referring to my com...La Petite Gallery,<br /><br />You're referring to my comment on your last post. Indeed, Yvonne, all we have is family and we should all gather at least during holidays.<br /><br />So, the salesgirl gave you the direction you needed in the huge store. You asked for an item, she gave you the direction to find it. It's a bit like asking for direction in the city.DUTAhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12979375799258978432noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8085364042461678579.post-82594491320995193682016-11-22T00:01:43.369+02:002016-11-22T00:01:43.369+02:00Duta, on the comment, it's time for people to ...Duta, on the comment, it's time for people to get together and forgive the past. So many families are separated. Life is so short and wounds should be healed for everyone's sake. All we have is Family.<br /><br />Hugs to you dear. Yvonne<br />The post was great today I encountered a wonderful salesgirl that took me across the huge store to find an item. Some people are lovely.La Petite Galleryhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09553902574516930172noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8085364042461678579.post-43951508238385512482016-11-20T02:33:48.412+02:002016-11-20T02:33:48.412+02:00Hi One Fly,
Good to hear from you. Thank you for ...Hi One Fly,<br /><br />Good to hear from you. Thank you for the kind words.DUTAhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12979375799258978432noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8085364042461678579.post-46560261651047356852016-11-20T01:16:59.713+02:002016-11-20T01:16:59.713+02:00Excellent post Duta!Excellent post Duta!One Flyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03772881642197609507noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8085364042461678579.post-62754187762329571562016-11-19T05:25:04.903+02:002016-11-19T05:25:04.903+02:00Red Rose Alley,
Thanks for your kind words.
Well...Red Rose Alley,<br /><br />Thanks for your kind words.<br /><br />Well, as I said, asking for directions is a way of getting in touch with the local people, and that in itself is a life experience, whether they manage to help you find what you're looking for or not. Sometimes, people are so kind that they don't just explain to you how to get from a to b, they go with you all the way untilDUTAhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12979375799258978432noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8085364042461678579.post-74159824950696995662016-11-19T03:38:07.707+02:002016-11-19T03:38:07.707+02:00Duta, you're talking with someone who is not g...Duta, you're talking with someone who is not good with directions at all. I admire you visiting here and there on your own and getting to where you're going, even if you do have to ask for directions. As I was reading the stories about your travels, I thought "how wonderful that she has explored so many areas." Good for you, Duta. :)<br /><br />~SheriRed Rose Alleyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02685747099912989862noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8085364042461678579.post-48820214030478155302016-11-18T23:59:20.864+02:002016-11-18T23:59:20.864+02:00Actually I don't travel much. I used to when I...Actually I don't travel much. I used to when I was younger, and the best memories are from solo travelling. When you're on your own, evertything that happens is an experience with a lesson to learn from. DUTAhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12979375799258978432noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8085364042461678579.post-70555138332837369182016-11-18T21:59:47.332+02:002016-11-18T21:59:47.332+02:00If you ask directions in rural America you are bou...If you ask directions in rural America you are bound to hear directions like< "Take a left at the pasture, go west..." I'm more lost than when I started. I admire that you travel so much.<br />And how nice to have the added bonus of an extra visit.Linda O'Connellhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15982895073903619018noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8085364042461678579.post-37896210987187934992016-11-18T07:06:40.936+02:002016-11-18T07:06:40.936+02:00When you're with a guide or an organized tour ...When you're with a guide or an organized tour - that's another matter. Someone else takes care of almost everything.<br />Prague is indeed an amazing city, well worth a visit.DUTAhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12979375799258978432noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8085364042461678579.post-40730792376008174622016-11-18T05:47:29.562+02:002016-11-18T05:47:29.562+02:00I always enjoy to ask people for directions as wel...I always enjoy to ask people for directions as well and in case of a language barrier I do try to find a city map. I went to Prague as well on a bus trip from Holland. We had our own guide but went into the city by bus but had received instructions. I absolutely loved Prague what a beautiful and interesting city.Marjahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17458942200244031009noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8085364042461678579.post-6153146509716715412016-11-18T01:04:06.629+02:002016-11-18T01:04:06.629+02:00Wilma,
Perhaps the guy wanted to sound humorous; ...Wilma,<br /><br />Perhaps the guy wanted to sound humorous; you asked about destination, he referred to Final destination- the good one, Eden. I'm glad you found what you were looking for and enjoyed the place.DUTAhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12979375799258978432noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8085364042461678579.post-1629669577259627462016-11-17T23:52:44.534+02:002016-11-17T23:52:44.534+02:00Wonderful experiences, Duta.
Just last week when ...Wonderful experiences, Duta.<br /><br />Just last week when I stopped to see if we reached our destination, I was asked if I was looking for Eden, or perhaps the speaker said Aiden, I couldn't quite tell. But no, I was looking for Hickatee Cottages and had turned off the road too soon. Now I will never know if we missed a chance to stay in Eden. The final destination, however, was peaceful Wilmahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14717012784233946753noreply@blogger.com