Praha, Pivo and Potato Pancakes
by Amy Smith
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Czech/English Lesson 101
"Do you sell rubbing alcohol?" I asked the woman behind the pharmacy counter.
I encountered a blank stare and was immediately overcome with a slight panicky feeling. This was sure to mark my first solo-experience with a complete non-English speaker in Prague; no Czech friends to help translate or menu option to point to.
I made a “slicing” motion with my right hand across my left bicep.
"For cuts? Open wounds? To heal? Rubbing alcohol?” I continued, as my embarrassment as well as the line behind me grew.
"Antiseptic?” She asked.
Dear Lord, thank you.
"Yes! Antiseptic…"
Made it home and there, on page 201 of my Lonely Planet phrasebook under “pharmacist” was the term I could have easily searched for – “antiseptikum."
Note to self – Keep Czech book in purse at all times…
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Hooray for Amazin Amy! Can't wait to read more about your adventures ... Be safe! Hugs and SMMMOOOOCHES! mom
Go for it Amy! We are very proud of you and can not wait to read and see more. Tell Kimmie and Yokum hi. Love, Uncle Jeff, Aunt Joyce, Breanna, ...
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Posted on 9/16/2009 by
Mary Smith
That's my girl!
Posted on 9/16/2009 by
Beth Mitchell
Do you suggest mom and I have a book handy too?
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