Visa-aah and More

The first of all things to be planned were the dates (yes, that’s hard). So I ran around the office everyday trying to figure out when the end terms would end, that the dates wouldn’t suddenly change and hoping that, till then the seats at the program would last. Phew. Finally, it worked out perfectly. Endterms end on 21^st (a rather close call).

And that was followed by the bookings! Now that seemed easy. Well, maybe not. After dealing with all the possible errors and issues an online transaction could have given me (Yes, I ain’t an IT engineer), I finally succeeded.

And now comes the important step: The Schengen Visa!

As I arrange all the necessary documents, the passport size photograph with all requirements, the letters of proof, the flurry of activities is coupled with a range of emotions of excitement, anxiety, and the urge to experience all the surprises in store. And yes, most importantly reassuring my parents everyday that it’ll all work out fine.

So while I deal with Christmas and New Year’s (Read: Skyrocketing ticket prices), proof of address, health insurance etc etc, it is turning out to be way more enriching in every possible way.

"O how I long to travel back,

And tread again that ancient track!

That I might once more reach that plain,

Where first I left my glorious train,

From whence th' enlighten'd spirit sees

That shady city of palm trees."

Yes, the retreat is finally about to begin!