Charmed in Jordaan

My mates wanted to take it slowly today. When I awoke this morning, I thought it was 1pm. I frantically threw on clothes determined to reclaim what was left of my day. Dan noted that it wasn't even 9am yet, I relaxed and put on some coffee and cereal. I guess they were right, we should take it easy. I threw out the option that we could visit Electric Ladyland in the Jordaan and it agreed with everyone's disposition.

The vibe of the Jordaan is very gezellig. One instantly feels the city turmoils melt away as the streets narrow and artisan shops claim the sidewalks with their wares. Therein lies Electric Ladyland museum of florescent art. As soon as you step in, you are consumed by florescent colors and black light. The curator talked story with us for a few minutes and then admitted us into the basement where the museum lived. We all climbed down one at a time into the dark floor below us. On one half was an interactive man-made florescent art piece. On the other half, a trove of luminescent rocks from Texas to the Himalayas and various everyday objects that employ florescence. We were given a handout with all of the pertinent information about how it all works, thankfully. It was educational, fun, and the curator is a character.

Afterward, Dan split to deal with his travel arrangements and John and I went seeking chocoloate - real chocolate. We were on our way to a place I read about, Puccini, but low blood sugar set in, so we went for pizza. By the time we'd finally arrived at Puccini, it had just closed! I'll have to return before I leave. Home again home again, jiggety-jig. Hoping to get up early enough to get to a kayak tomorrow. I'm at least getting a bike.