Who's that girl?

Found her in my head this morning and was surprised to have a visitor so early in the day. Didn't quite get what she wanted from me, guess she applied for an internship, but I said I didn't have any vacant positions right now. She left with a disappointed expression on her face (or was that just her face?) and didn't leave a name or number and now that I think about it, maybe there IS some work she could do for me, like filing or tax stuff or feeding the dust bunny. So please, Girl With The Unhappy Face, if you read this, please try again. I'll be in tonight.

Tips for traveling with small monkeys

Traveling with small monkeys is a challenging but very rewarding experience. Most European citys have discovered simian tourists as a promising target group and offer special packages for weekend trips. But there are still some things you should keep in mind when traveling with your furry friend. Before you hit the road I recommend you make sure to book into a hotel that is known for its monkey-friendliness. In Munich Motel One Sendlinger Tor has proven to be the perfect place for Who and me. No stares, no sneers, no problem - hotel guests and staff are pretty relaxed, even at breakfast time when the lobby can get really crowded.

Sightseeing tours are also a fun thing to do with monkeys. Who and I hopped on a bus at Munich central station and did the one hour tour of the most important sights. Although small monkeys are supposed to ride in your lap, you shouldn't have a problem with a well behaving monkey sitting in a regular seat when the tour isn't completely booked.

And then there's one special tip for travelers with a sweet fang. Café Maelu in Theatinerstrasse makes the most beautiful and perfect little cakes, every single one a wonderful little gift in a wonderful little black box. Monkeys just love them! Who truly couldn't get enough of the poppyseed-mousse-with-a-cassis-core "toertchens".

How about a nice bottle of Paradontitis?

No, thanks, I'm still suffering from Kokkineli and drinking gives me Naousa.

Nobody knows how to scare me the way I do.