I realize that I'm writing this out of order ... and that part of the impetus for writing is merely to share photos!
The final night in Sárospatak was perfect. Perfect weather, and a most atmospheric night for the performance of "Don Giovanni" (it had been cancelled the previous day due to weather). The performance was riveting, especially with how much everyone gave (singers, orchestra, conductor). And seeing and hearing it in an outdoor, castle setting was spectacular.
Following the opera, there was a farewell party and dancing in the cafeteria. We had a blast. And we stayed up. All night. After the party, a group of us went to the castle and bid the castle goodbye. We then headed to the bakery, which was open *at 5 in the morning* - picked up some breakfast, and had a group "Bialetti" coffee before turning in. Two hours of sleep and a shower and some frantic packing did the trick. I was ready for the departure as needed.
PHOTOS: from our farewell walk. As Hugo Wolf says, "the darkest hour is just before dawn."
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