Day 21 - Stara Zagora

Today we are in Stara Zagora, and it's simply beautiful. The idea of a town this wonderful could not be seen in America. The town is somewhat modern in their trash disposal, and everything in town is made for walkers. Most of the streets are blocked off from car traffic so that walkers may actually cross the streets . . . it's just nice.

We were suppose to leave this morning at 9, but that was pushed back 2 hours due to unforeseen circumstances . . . . but we left promptly at 11:00 a.m. and we got to Stara Zagora some 5 hours later. As soon as we arrived, Dr. Iordanova invited us to come down to her town . . . which was maybe 5 miles outside of Stara Zagora. I'm not entirely sure of the name of the town, but it was nice. It was quite a cultural shock to see it all. I actually got to see a full family farm/plant garden in action. ** How about Dr. Iordanova and her family actually cleaned up the entire town - mowed grass, picked up trash, and the whole 9 yards.**

This evening by far was the highlight of the trip for me. We got to experience a lot of culture and food. I took enough pictures to last a lifetime, and to cover it all. I'm hoping that everything will blow over, and when we get back "home" it'll feel like a family again.

Dr. Iordanova with her first grade math teacher!!