Who needs a telephone when I can get my Carolyn fix by just logging into your Blog. Do you suppose that it is common for apartments to have individual coin operated coffee makers?  Does someone come the get the cash and "fill" it up with whatever is needed?  I'm clearly fascinated by the concept.
I agree with Meg your picture of your pillow is great but you do look a little stressed.  Hope the two weeks at the Fulbright Conference is as much fun as the two days in Sofia.