Monday, March 19, 2007

On the challenges of traveling together

Connie and I have been together almost one and a half year now. Before she left London, we used to spend a lot of time together. However, we never stayed more than a few days constantly together like we do now. So, of course, it can be a bit challenging at times:
I have to admit, I didn't plan many thing for this trip, leaving a lot to Connie. I thought that since she already knows the area she was better suited for it. A lame excuse, I know. The truth is this trip doesn't mean the same to her than it does to me.
On the one hand, my knowledge of Asia before I met Connie was slim to none. Now, I'm learning...slowly. Besides, my idea of this trip was that it would be quite relaxing. So, when Connie ask me what to see next, it usually goes something like:

- Connie: "What do you want to do now?"
- Ludovic: "Euh...not sure. Where are we by the way?"
- Connie (fuming): "We're at the Ginkaku temple."
- Ludovic: "Oh yeah...what's there to see?"

-> Connie kicking Ludovic

On the other hand, Connie can relate to most of the places we go to. She lived in Japan for a few months. So, sometimes she gets frustrated at my lack of decision-making and my ignorance of the places we visit. As for me, I get sometimes frustrated at my inability to get as exited as her at what we see.
But hey, I guess traveling is as much about discovering new places as it is about learning about yourself and the person you travel with.

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