So: just an hour before I need to check-out and find a train at Schuman. After last night’s dinner, I have €4.69 left – loose change. Coffee? Newspaper? Can’t afford both!
Update. Now at Bruxelles-Midi. Was worried about delays checking out or with the train from Schuman, and ended up here an hour earlier than necessary. Opted for coffee and croissant – can look out of the window or play Scrabble on my Palm instead of reading.
Update 2. Just left Lille. How embarassing – I’m in the wrong coach! Too busy helping a damsel in distress when boarding, I was…