A City of Two Tales, or, Grand Design

Here's an indicator that everything goes exactly the way it was supposed to go. Ms. Gordon mentioned she was staying at the Sandman. Well, not Sunday night, but Monday night I ventured out on my own. My circuit took me through Stanley Park, where I met an grey-haired man who seemed to know more than his eyes saw. He asked me if he could help me find anything, while I was there at the information booth (which was closed) and getting myself a map. I decided to go for it. Yes, I am looking for food! He recommended the Fish House to me, but more than that. He took the time to recommend the restaurants to me, and let me choose the Fish House. He took the time to repeat the directions to me, painting a very clear picture to me of where to go. He discussed Davie Street with me, and advertised it as another good option for food. He then talked to me about the fireworks competition. It was almost as though he was painting a picture for me of everything I could do while I was there, but at the same time, he didn't try to sell me on anything; he just held the door open. It was also as though he could sense I was kind of afraid - I was nervous venturing out, esp. since I was alone on the trip, but getting very quickly lost by the time I reached that booth.

So, I trusted his guidance, and off I went. First the Fish House, then I walked along the seawall, and then, as if he was some sort of seer, I found myself at Davie Street. I walked it's entire length, and thoroughly enjoyed the scenery! ;-P By the time I got to the end though, I was once again thoroughly lost. I wandered along Pacific Road(?), and eventually made it to, by way of some strange luck, the neon green sign - The Sandman. How Neil Gaiman! So on my journey into believing that everything happens for a reason, I gratefully took the opportunity to stop by and get directions. When I saw that sign, I knew I was close to my hotel based on the tour guide's instructions from Sunday evening.

What a night, what a journey, and what a story that makes for!