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Where is it Cheaper?! Comparing German and American Drugstore Prices
During my last few days in Germany, I thought it’d be fun to document some of the prices from a popular drugstore here (Drogerie Markt, also known as dm) and compare them to similar product prices in the USA.
While I wasn’t surprised to see how Germamy stacked up, I was really dissapointed to see just how bad inflation in America has gotten.
Whenever I return to Germany, I’ll be sure to b-line for dm and stock up on my favorites 😉
Now that I’m back in the US, my content is most likely going to shift from Germany related content but I hope y’all still enjoy! I’m excited to move to a new city and start a new job soon and I hope I can still make time for producing videos :)
Till next time!
Lauren
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Packing! CBYX Young Professionals Edition
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In today’s video I’ll cover: - my best space saving hack - foot fungus 😂 ( how to prevent it) - winter in Germany and how to prepare - clothes shopping in Germany - how to combat homesickness (at least a little) - AND my favorite pre-departure purchase Hope this helps! If you have questions, drop them below!! Best wishes, Lauren p.s @kidyyimenu6818 this one’s for you!! 🤗 Tags: Partimentarische ...
40th PPP Abschluss Seminar! | Lauren in 🇩🇪 Ep 24
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The program year is coming to a close and with it came the closing seminars during a week in Berlin! This was my first time in Berlin, despite being a 2-hour train ride away most of the year, and I enjoyed learning new things, exploring fun sites, and visiting the Bundestag. My suggestions: 1. Don’t eat vegan cake…it may look pretty but it tastes like chalk! 2. Do try Berliner Weißl…with raspbe...
The Best of Saxony: Style, Sunsets, and Snoring | Lauren in 🇩🇪 Ep 23
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In this video, join me as I explore the totally underrated city of Dresden and find a piece of PNW right in Germany! I enjoyed touring the gorgeous old town (and new town) of Dresden and finishing my first evening with drinks and a beautiful sunset view. The second half of the weekend, with a little “help” from a hostel dorm mate, we hiked to a gorgeous rock formed bridge in Saxon Switzerland N...
Witches, War Defense, and (Aus)Wandering | Lauren in 🇩🇪 Ep. 22
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In this video I visit the mountain town of Wernigerode, see Hannover from a new point of view, and go to one of the most cool and immersive museums I’ve ever been to 😁 I recently went to Dresden/Saxon Switzerland and to my program end of year seminar in Berlin, so stay tuned for the next videos! As always, thanks for watching and have a fabulous day! Lauren Video: my only-holds-a-charge-for-2-h...
Dortmund, Celle, and Lübeck | Lauren in 🇩🇪 Ep 21
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My lovely coworker Naima invited me to visit her city of Dortmund and I was pleasantly surprised by its charm! I also stopped by Celle and Lübeck and enjoyed the thriving old city centers. There’s lot of new videos in the pipeline and I do plan on making a “what to pack” video, so stay tuned! See you next time, Lauren
Prepping for your CBYX Young Professionals Year
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You made it into CBYX YP - what now? Congrats!! You made it! You’ve proven yourself capable of being a representative of the US in Germany and, if you’ve decided to take the jump, committed to going through one of the toughest, yet rewarding experience of your life. I’ve prepared a list of things I wish someone would have told me when I was preparing for year, as well as tips for how to manage ...
Hamburg Wochenende | Lauren in 🇩🇪 Ep 20
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Had a great weekend exploring the beautiful city of Hamburg with Gretchen. It’s only 2.5 hours by train from Hannover, but this was my first time visiting! I think it might be one of my favorite German big cities. The time is flying by, now that it’s finally sunny and warm! I’m doing my best to see as much as I can before I go. Also! Eric’s channel: @TurtleStormer Hope y’all enjoyed the video! ...
NO WAY: a miracle in Koblenz | Lauren in 🇩🇪 Ep 19
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My birthday weekend didn’t go all as planned…but God was there! Enjoyed exploring Koblenz with a few other program participants (and friends). Such a beautiful area! We also ran into some American retirees on a river cruise as well. 9 more weeks until I’m back in the USA 🤯 See ya next video! Lauren
Praktikantin bei der Hannover Rück! | Lauren in 🇩🇪 Ep 18
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Hey everyone! I thought I’d do something a bit different in this video and take you with me for a day as an intern working here in Hannover! The second half of the PPP/CBYX program year involves applying for, securing, and completing a 5 month internship in a German company. I’ve been really lucky to get a full time, paid internship in a field of my studies (not everyone can say the same…findin...
Karnival in Germany! | Lauren in 🇩🇪 Ep 17
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I’m a little late to editing and posting this, but a few weeks ago I visited Gretchen in Osnabrück and watched their annual Karnival parade! After the parade, we had dinner and walked around…stumbling upon a large concert ground where people were partying right in front of a church! Something that could only happen in Europe 😅 We were surprised at how many older people also dressed up and parti...
MOST BEAUTIFUL COAL MINE IN THE WORLD! 🤩 | Lauren in 🇩🇪 Ep 16
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Trek with me to Essen and visit the Zoll Verein - a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the self-proclaimed “World’s Most Beautiful Coal Mine”! Not sure how many coal mines are in the beauty contest business, but she’s got my vote 😉 In addition, I get to say “Ich habe Essen in Essen gegessen” 🍔🍽️🌆 I’m past the halfway point of my CBYX year, which also means I’ve been here longer than the time I was ...
Long Lost Relatives!? | Lauren in 🇩🇪 Ep. 15
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Long Lost Relatives!? | Lauren in 🇩🇪 Ep. 15
Mid-Year Seminar in Nürnberg! | Lauren in 🇩🇪 Episode 14
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I’ve made it!! Halfway through the program year and I’m still alive. Had a great time reuniting with other program participants and exploring Nürnberg! If you’re reading this, know you are so loved 💕 Soso xoxo Lauren
Christmas and New Years in Germany! | Lauren in 🇩🇪 Episode 13
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Christmas and New Years in Germany! | Lauren in 🇩🇪 Episode 13
Too Random to Summarize | Lauren in DE Episode 11
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Too Random to Summarize | Lauren in DE Episode 11
Fall in Hannover + Day in Bremen! | Lauren in Germany Episode 10
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Fall in Hannover Day in Bremen! | Lauren in Germany Episode 10
My First Week in Hannover! | Lauren in Germany Episode 9
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My First Week in Hannover! | Lauren in Germany Episode 9
Finals Weeks in Radolfzell and Moving?! | Germany Year Episode 8
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Finals Weeks in Radolfzell and Moving?! | Germany Year Episode 8
Trash, EU Parliament, and Visiting Julia! | Lauren in Germany Episode 7
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Trash, EU Parliament, and Visiting Julia! | Lauren in Germany Episode 7
Visiting my German Friends in Reutlingen! | PPP Episode 6
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Visiting my German Friends in Reutlingen! | PPP Episode 6
Schwarz Wald und Wasserfälle | PPP Year Episode 5 🇩🇪
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Schwarz Wald und Wasserfälle | PPP Year Episode 5 🇩🇪
Caves, Wind, and Fire | 🇩🇪 Ep. 4
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Caves, Wind, and Fire | 🇩🇪 Ep. 4
My PPP Year in Germany | Episode 3
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My PPP Year in Germany | Episode 3
Hikes, Castles, and…McDonalds? | PPP Year Episode 2
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Hikes, Castles, and…McDonalds? | PPP Year Episode 2
DEUTSCHLAND: TEIL 2 🇩🇪🎉
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DEUTSCHLAND: TEIL 2 🇩🇪🎉
Road Trip FINALE (Day 12): Idaho to Home!
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Road Trip FINALE (Day 12): Idaho to Home!
Road Trip Day 11: Grand Teton National Park to Pocatello, ID
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Road Trip Day 11: Grand Teton National Park to Pocatello, ID
Road Trip Day 10: Cheyenne, WY
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Road Trip Day 10: Cheyenne, WY
Road Trip Day 9: Lincoln, NE to Cheyenne, WY!
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Road Trip Day 9: Lincoln, NE to Cheyenne, WY!

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  • @Steeler-wg5zo
    @Steeler-wg5zo 8 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Have you also included the taxes in the US? In Germany it is the final price...

    • @LaurenMarie32300
      @LaurenMarie32300 8 วันที่ผ่านมา

      @@Steeler-wg5zo Some states in the US have sales tax and others don’t, so I didn’t include it. But that would give Germany another leg up for sure!

  • @rairei
    @rairei 9 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Are sales taxes included at Walgreen (maybe not) .. Well, Germany and DM is known for good prizes

    • @LaurenMarie32300
      @LaurenMarie32300 9 วันที่ผ่านมา

      @@rairei sales tax is not included at Walgreen’s - that’s another good thing to remember when comparing!

  • @claasengelbart2268
    @claasengelbart2268 9 วันที่ผ่านมา

    "Holy Schnitzel on a stick..." 🤔 sounds delicious... lol🤣

  • @isana788
    @isana788 9 วันที่ผ่านมา

    With drugstore products, and especially with deodorants, you have to make sure that they don't contain any fragrances that have to be declared because they reduce the beauty of the skin, i.e. you get dark armpits over time. They are usually called linalool, geraniol, hexyl cinxamal, limonene. If the word perfume appears in the ingredients, that's a good thing because then you can be sure that fragrances have been used that have no negative effects. You could even spray them on wounds or in baby's eyes without anything happening. If the word is missing, they contain fragrances that have to be declared. Keep your hands off!

  • @TurtleStormer
    @TurtleStormer 9 วันที่ผ่านมา

    3:36 maybe for what’s marketed towards women- men’s care had much fewer brands in Germany than America (though of course one can use whatever)

    • @LaurenMarie32300
      @LaurenMarie32300 9 วันที่ผ่านมา

      @@TurtleStormer Huh! That’s good to know!

    • @LaurenMarie32300
      @LaurenMarie32300 9 วันที่ผ่านมา

      @@TurtleStormer you mean like Target or Walmart? They are probably cheaper but Safeway for sure is not 💀☠️

    • @TurtleStormer
      @TurtleStormer 9 วันที่ผ่านมา

      @@LaurenMarie32300 Safeway no but like stop n shop or any local chains as well as target/walmart

  • @TurtleStormer
    @TurtleStormer 9 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Walgreens and cvs get you for convenience! Toiletries at a grocery store is normally cheaper (but not cheaper than Germany)

  • @makewallawallahome1426
    @makewallawallahome1426 9 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Too bad you didn't buy more toiletries in Germany. 😥

  • @CarolynBergman
    @CarolynBergman 21 วันที่ผ่านมา

    hehehe love that my postcard got featured. Can't wait for you to come home! <3

  • @helfgott1
    @helfgott1 22 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Nazi

  • @kidyyimenu6818
    @kidyyimenu6818 23 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Ahhh a shoutout🙈 Thank you so much for making this video🫶🏽

    • @LaurenMarie32300
      @LaurenMarie32300 23 วันที่ผ่านมา

      You’re so welcome! I hope it was helpful! And if you wanna talk one-on-one sometime if you have more specific questions, I’d be happy to video call or something sometime! 😊

  • @nomaam9077
    @nomaam9077 24 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Mach dir nicht die Mühe alles einzupacken, bleib einfach hier. 🤔🤗

    • @LaurenMarie32300
      @LaurenMarie32300 24 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Ich komme auf jeden Fall züruck 😌☺️

    • @nomaam9077
      @nomaam9077 24 วันที่ผ่านมา

      👍

  • @makewallawallahome1426
    @makewallawallahome1426 24 วันที่ผ่านมา

    What’s the German word for crappy? Do they have a special word for the bad feeling of not finding clothes that fit well at the store?

    • @LaurenMarie32300
      @LaurenMarie32300 24 วันที่ผ่านมา

      I’ve tried translating it and the internet says Scheiße or beschissen - both a little strong in my opinion (shit and shitty respectively lol) I guess one just has to say “ich fühle mich traurig, wenn die Kleidung nicht richtig passen 🥲”

  • @TurtleStormer
    @TurtleStormer 24 วันที่ผ่านมา

    7:19 I bought one at lidl for 25 euros and it worked surprisingly well!

    • @LaurenMarie32300
      @LaurenMarie32300 24 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Good to know! One can probably also go to a tiny thrift store and find an old, but still useful, winter coat 😄

  • @TurtleStormer
    @TurtleStormer 24 วันที่ผ่านมา

    6:31 nah Lüneburg/hamburg had more snow than they normally do (they normally get like none and it was a week of straight snow they were not prepared lol)

    • @LaurenMarie32300
      @LaurenMarie32300 24 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Really? That’s wild! My friend in sustainability said that it’s not so much that climat is changing, it’s that weather that normally doesn’t stick around for long it staying in the same place longer (so longer snow, longer rain, longer heat) so I guess that makes sense!

    • @TurtleStormer
      @TurtleStormer 24 วันที่ผ่านมา

      @@LaurenMarie32300 I would agree with that and makes sense for both of our cases!

  • @TurtleStormer
    @TurtleStormer 24 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Thrifting in Germany is so sad

  • @TurtleStormer
    @TurtleStormer 24 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Shower shoes are important but I bought cheap versions here!

  • @TurtleStormer
    @TurtleStormer 24 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Idk why but I find this video relatable 🤔

    • @LaurenMarie32300
      @LaurenMarie32300 24 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Hmm I wonder why that might be? 🤣😉

  • @mach318
    @mach318 25 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Thanks for sharing video 😍❤❤❤

    • @LaurenMarie32300
      @LaurenMarie32300 24 วันที่ผ่านมา

      You’re welcome! Glad you enjoyed 😄

  • @mach318
    @mach318 25 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Nice sharing 😍❤❤❤

  • @makewallawallahome1426
    @makewallawallahome1426 25 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Your dad does look like Checkpoint Charlie. 😂

  • @TurtleStormer
    @TurtleStormer 28 วันที่ผ่านมา

    7:30 glad you found one of the few intelligible things she said

  • @TurtleStormer
    @TurtleStormer 28 วันที่ผ่านมา

    2:16 THE most romantic spot

  • @TurtleStormer
    @TurtleStormer 28 วันที่ผ่านมา

    2:16 THE most romantic spot

  • @rairei
    @rairei 28 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Always fun to watch vour videos... the 2024-ending of a great program 👍

  • @isana788
    @isana788 29 วันที่ผ่านมา

    is it possible to get an autogram of your dad

    • @LaurenMarie32300
      @LaurenMarie32300 28 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Haha my dad looks like the Checkpoint Charlie guy, but he isn’t actually 😅 Still want the autograph?

    • @isana788
      @isana788 28 วันที่ผ่านมา

      @@LaurenMarie32300 i guess not 😁

  • @TurtleStormer
    @TurtleStormer หลายเดือนก่อน

    Omg my old roommate just went there and loved it - might need to visit on a return trip to germany

  • @trendingwwwandw
    @trendingwwwandw หลายเดือนก่อน

    ✅ NEW SUBSCRIBER from Arizona, USA

  • @afjo972
    @afjo972 หลายเดือนก่อน

    My personal highlights in Saxony are Bautzen - the small version of Dresden, but without any war destructions - and Görlitz!!! IMO one of the most beautiful German cities but completely unknown (because it’s in the east), One of the very few cities that wasn’t damaged during WW2. Also it’s in the Lausitz region, the homeland of the Sorben (Sorbians). A Slavic people that has been living in the region for 1000 years and still keeps their traditions alive. They speak a language which is close to Polish and Czech and they’re very attached to the church

    • @LaurenMarie32300
      @LaurenMarie32300 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thanks for the tips! Gretchen visited Görlitz and agrees!

  • @weichwurm7378
    @weichwurm7378 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Next time you should visit Leipzig in Saxony ;)

    • @LaurenMarie32300
      @LaurenMarie32300 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I visited the weekend after but unfortunately did not film! I thought it was a nice city - I liked the public park there. :) There was a goth convention there went I went and that was a bit scary lol

  • @isana788
    @isana788 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Great Video again. Just one tip: buy noise cancelling headphones (snoring). i recommand the one from soundcore. they are pretty cheap and extremely good.

  • @afjo972
    @afjo972 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Gorgeous video ❤ and the locations looked so nice

  • @usbxg3474
    @usbxg3474 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Please check the auto generated sub titles at 0:12 !!!😵‍💫

    • @LaurenMarie32300
      @LaurenMarie32300 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Oh no!! 🤣💀 I will fix that as soon as I have access to a desktop!!

    • @LaurenMarie32300
      @LaurenMarie32300 หลายเดือนก่อน

      It is now fixed. Thanks for the heads up!

  • @hinekde
    @hinekde หลายเดือนก่อน

    "Queen Angela Merkel" did I catch that correctly? 😂

  • @rairei
    @rairei หลายเดือนก่อน

    always a joy to watch your videos 👍

    • @LaurenMarie32300
      @LaurenMarie32300 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thank you so much! That means a lot ☺️

  • @TurtleStormer
    @TurtleStormer หลายเดือนก่อน

    3:19 I giggled 😂

  • @makewallawallahome1426
    @makewallawallahome1426 หลายเดือนก่อน

    If we go back together, we should start in the North and work our way South so I can see all the highlights and we can visit the climate museum.

  • @klauskleber5154
    @klauskleber5154 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I was also there, but in March. The sister from my grandmother emigrated in the USA and lived in New Jersey, but sadly i have lost all connections. ☹ So sad that you missed the climate house, it's very interesting and important.

    • @LaurenMarie32300
      @LaurenMarie32300 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I hope to return to Bremerhaven someday - the climate museum looks very cool!

  • @TurtleStormer
    @TurtleStormer หลายเดือนก่อน

    5:37 omg looks like Lüneburg!!

  • @rairei
    @rairei หลายเดือนก่อน

    Germany has to offer .. all kinds of weather ..and a lot of nice places🙂. Thank you for taking us with you 🙂

  • @kidyyimenu6818
    @kidyyimenu6818 หลายเดือนก่อน

    0:36 It's 2am and I am just sitting here cackling lollll

  • @kidyyimenu6818
    @kidyyimenu6818 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I am to be in the 41st cohort and have been following your videos during my application process and they have been so helpful to understand the program a bit more. Thank you for making this, I would love to connect with you. Another video I would love to see is what to pack. A year is a long time and I know the winters** are brutal compared to the southern US temps that I am used to. I would love to hear your input. I am gonna go back to binging your new vlogs now :)))

    • @makewallawallahome1426
      @makewallawallahome1426 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Yes! I agree on making the packing video! What did you take that you didn’t need? What did you wish you had brought?

    • @LaurenMarie32300
      @LaurenMarie32300 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Aww I’m so glad that this was helpful and that you found the video to begin with! I will brainstorm more about a packing video 😊

  • @arnikakiani8014
    @arnikakiani8014 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Any tips for the application itself?

    • @LaurenMarie32300
      @LaurenMarie32300 หลายเดือนก่อน

      There’s three things the program is looking for: flexibility, resilience, and genuine interest in Germany. In your application materials and interview, make an effort to showcase that you are flexible in where you’ll be placed, what situations you’ll face, and also a willingness to not stick to rigid expectations. They also want to ensure that you are equipped with the skills and experience to be able to successfully navigate a year abroad, so being able to be a problem-solver, can advocate for yourself, and that you can handle being away from home. Lastly, show that you’ve done your research! Know about current politics and main politicians. Figure out why specifically you’re interested in Germany. I think keeping those things in mind will help you prepare a strong application!

  • @rairei
    @rairei หลายเดือนก่อน

    So nice to have you all here 🙂

  • @TurtleStormer
    @TurtleStormer หลายเดือนก่อน

    Great video! Might steal the concept

    • @LaurenMarie32300
      @LaurenMarie32300 หลายเดือนก่อน

      For sure! I’d love to hear your perspective as well!

  • @wora1111
    @wora1111 หลายเดือนก่อน

    This brought back sweet memories from my exchange year (1971/72).

  • @TurtleStormer
    @TurtleStormer 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Lovely seeing you in Lüneburg! Glad you had fun!!

  • @TurtleStormer
    @TurtleStormer 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    1:03 omg just went to miniatur wunderland yesterday! Super fun

  • @claasengelbart2268
    @claasengelbart2268 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    3:09 I think this isn't filming for "Tatort" but rather filming for the ZDF TV series "Notruf Hafenkante". The building on the left in the video is not a real police station but only serves as a backdrop and is familiar from the series. Thank you for this video. Hamburg is a beautiful city but my old home Lüneburg (i lived there as a student 25 years ago and taked there my military service too) makes me smile every time i saw it! So many good memories. 👍

  • @wora1111
    @wora1111 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Every town in Germany is allowed to allow shops to open on special sundays, Usually that is only for one or two Sundays per year.

  • @TurtleStormer
    @TurtleStormer 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    How did he find yall

    • @LaurenMarie32300
      @LaurenMarie32300 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      He said he saw us get off the bus and then noticed the wallet too late to catch us. He then went home to break his fast (Ramadan I’m guessing) and then took the bus back and decided to just walk around! No clue why he thought to walk into the pizza place…the windows were opaque with dust so I swear it was a divine thing. It was a miracle for reals!!

    • @TurtleStormer
      @TurtleStormer 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@LaurenMarie32300 incredible luck! Glad it worked out