My Schengen Visa

One main reason I cannot wait to be eligible to carry an American passport -- hassle-free travel to most countries (i.e., no visa application, etc).  I almost did not go through this process for the Schengen visa but I thought going to an International CME event would be nice.  And plus, B is available to join me.  I cringed when I learned that I have to have bought the plane tickets and hotel accommodations as part of the requirement.  Not to mention health insurance coverage while in the Schengen allies.  And I had to ask for a notarized letter confirming my employment and how much I earn!  Geez.  Oh, and don't forget to prove you have money to spend!  I actually looked at Australian Visa application which surprisingly seemed as easy as obtaining the Canadian one.

But what surprised me is that I can only be transient in the other Schengen countries, despite the visa being valid for multiple entry for 1 year!  If I want to get the most mileage out of this, perhaps I should plan for a several European country hopping trip before it expires!  Sigh.

Wake Up!

When you have a purring sleeping crossed pawed cat laying on your chest it is hard to get up in the morning.  Just look at that pink nose!  And that white curly fur in between her paws!

Too cute!

Did I say she has an odd snore?

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Keiva, the cow cat!