Too bad there are so many witless folks in the world whose idea of "entertainment" is to get plastered and go be someone's nightmare.
But, then, there's folks like your own good self who, clearly, have wits enough for everyone, And, then some.
(Y'know- it COULD be said that "divine intervention" played a hand in this. What with that little old lady's- it turns out- very useful, almost "pro-active" advice, and all.
Don't get me wrong- not Bible thumping. Just musing.)
Anyway- great story. I thoroughly enjoyed reading it.
Thanks for sharing.
Glad you liked my story. It's one of my favorites to tell the younger travelers who sometimes ask for advice before setting off on their own adventures.
It is also what comes to mind every time I see one of those "lord, protect me from your followers" memes.