Day 26 and 27 Goodbye to Thailand

My last day had begun and I had seen a lot of things on my list, but by no means everything. I wanted to see at least one more of the floating markets in Bangkok.

ut first I went to a nearby Starbucks for breakfast. Somehow I wasn't really fit. Even after breakfast I didn't really feel any better, on the contrary. I felt chilly and got a headache and sore throat. I had to change my plans. I went back to the hotel, went into a 7Eleven and stocked up on drinks and a bit of food, also for my departure day tomorrow.

And then I lay in bed all day. I was so frustrated and annoyed! I couldn't believe that the flu was catching me here on my last day. Of course, I started to think about how I was going to get through tomorrow with my departure, getting to the airport, the flight and also getting from Frankfurt to Ulm. On top of that, the railroads were on strike in Germany and all kinds of trains had been canceled. Rental cars were all fully booked...

There was nothing I could do, so I just let everything happen to me.

I slept a lot and took my time to pack my things for tomorrow. I hoped that I would still be fit enough in the evening to maybe go out again and experience Bangkok. In the meantime, I received countless WhatsApp messages about the train strike.

Now the relaxed weeks made themselves felt. I remained completely relaxed. There was nothing I could do about the whole situation. If I couldn't get away from Frankfurt after arriving, then I'd just stay somewhere for another night and try to find a return trip for a day later, so be it...

And so I concentrated on my luggage, booked myself a Grab cab to the airport for tomorrow and got some rest. I knew I would need my energy for tomorrow.

I got up on time, had a snack in my room, took some fever-reducing medication and checked out. My cab was super punctual and I arrived at the airport completely relaxed and on time. I checked in my rucksack straight away and checked in online, which is standard practice here.

I went straight to the gate to find a quiet spot somewhere. The medication did its job and although I was tired, exhausted and really worn out, I felt relatively well.

But it was really hard to say goodbye to Thailand!

The flight was very bumpy, the food and drink service was interrupted several times and continued later. It was a wild ride through air holes and it was difficult to go to the toilet as seat belts were mandatory most of the time. And when it was lifted, everyone was standing at the toilet ;(

I finally arrived in Frankfurt a little late and was warmly welcomed by Nicole! She came and brought me my winter coat again! I needed it too, because going back from my usual 30 degrees to the cold winter in Germany was quite a change!

The expected chaos at the airport and on the train tracks due to the strikes did not materialize. The train I had booked was one of the few that was not actually canceled. And surprisingly, it was almost empty. Everyone had probably looked around for alternatives and so I was able to travel back to Ulm completely relaxed. My relaxed attitude had paid off. I would have been so annoyed if I had changed my booking or booked a hotel in advance, it would all have been for nothing.

My brother-in-law was already waiting at the station to drive me home and a dear friend was already waiting for me at home with my house key!

What a lovely welcome back!

Nevertheless...

As nice as it is to come home, I've had a very relaxing time over the last few weeks. You realize that everyday life is starting again and that the stress will roll towards you.

It wasn't just a trip to Thailand, it was also a trip to my own self.

I don't want to miss a single moment, I haven't regretted a single second and I can only recommend everyone to go on a trip like this.

It was an all-round successful trip, I didn't want for anything, I just enjoyed it and felt good!

Even though I shed quite a few tears during these weeks, they were tears for my loss of Leon. But where could I have cried more beautifully for him?

I finally found the time and the opportunity to think about myself, to finish my thoughts and to live my life at my own pace and according to my needs.

I was grateful.

Infinitely grateful that I had the opportunity to make this journey.

Grateful that so many people spoke well of me, even if they perhaps had doubts.

Grateful that everything worked out.

I was also grateful to myself.

I was grateful that I had the courage.

Grateful that I was able to spend four wonderful weeks in paradise, both financially and at work.

I was grateful that they let me go and do it.

Grateful for how many people accompanied me from home.

Grateful that Manhkun kept me happy with his livestreams and singing, as well as the many girls from FamilyManhkun who were always with me online and accompanied me.

Grateful for how many people believed in me and

grateful that so many lovely people have been with me in spirit all these weeks.

Grateful that you all now follow my blog, give me feedback and support me in every way possible

Thank you