How do you choose?

Since coming here, I have been gaining more and more confidence in terms of learning to navigate and get around independently. Sure, I sometimes take "the long way around" when I'm going somewhere, but in the end I get where I'm going and feel a great sense of

accomplishment when I get where I had set out to go. Success!

 Especially in the last two months I've traveled to the European side more- to meet two friends at the airport, to go to one of the big malls and to make some shopping trips to slowly pick up some gifts to bring back for friends and family.

I have been a returning customer to one little shop that sells souvenirs. I really like how the salesman is not pushy and takes his time with me. He doesn't hassle me, but actually makes me feel very comfortable in his shop. I first went there pick up some things I liked (sorry I can't tell you what). Then I returned another time to get more, then on Sunday I brought Gerald there. And again today I found myself in the same little shop! He really does have the best prices around! Today I was served tea and given the best prices he could offer, since S, the salesman, knows me pretty well now!

 Pictured above are some traditional plates that are found here . I love them, especially the ones in the top row! hmm... some look like they're missing! Might one have my grandma's name on it? We'll just have to wait and see. Love you Grandma. I know you are reading this post!

Although this picture isn't super clear, it shows my absolute favourite plate.
Even though I would have snatched it up in an instant, I had to stop and
remind myself of all I have purchased here.
Maybe I can get this one on my next trip .