La la land-ed

Already, I am having one of the best experiences of my life. I saw Rodeo Drive from the plane, and that really got me in the mood. LAX was just a stop over, but it has given me a chance to get in the mood for this 'trip thing'.

A few things...

My name is Amy, and I am a fidgeter. I am powerless over the urge to scratch my leg, adjust my pillow, clear my throat, drink some water... you get the idea. My poor seat mates. I think I slept for thirty minutes maximum without waking up to do something... I really am not good at staying still. But, the first step is admitting I need help....

My favourite moment so far has been a young boy on the plane from Wellington to Auckland who was excitedly telling his sister he could see Disneyland ("Look, there it is, over there... see... come on, look properly!") He was twenty or so hours early, but boy was he thrilled....

Anyway, after a non-sleep and some pretty good airline food, I am stuck in LA for a few hours, and dare not leave the vicinity of Terminals 4 and 5. Thankfully there is a McDonalds. Okay, I don't really mean that, and would much rather have something cuisine-y. but I'm struggling enough with the money and the language (no one here knows what 'No worries' means) without having to decide on food. Anyway, Maccas have a fruit and walnut salad (really, just apples) which looks palatable, and I am going to see what the fries are like....

Then I am going to find somewhere to bask in the 25 degree sun, without getting all dried out by the heat.

Hope you're all great.

P.S. I saw a labradoodle. They're REAL!