The burning issue for people who stop by is vehicle entry into the pedestrian zone. One passer-by suggests a parking lot for citizens of Český Krumlov with two hours free parking. All you’d need is an ID with a chip – the technology is there. We again open discussion on the subject of charging fees for tour buses, which is normal throughout the world. Bus companies would pay in advance online; paying locally would cost extra. And if they don’t pay, they would get a hefty fine. They’d think twice then, agree the angry Krumlovites.

Two doors down, little Josef has discovered something he desperately has to buy. And because we were having a discussion circle, I sent him with a camera to take a picture of it, and then we’d think about it. He returned crying, saying that the shop owner scolded him, that he shouldn’t take a picture of the shop window. I wonder if he says that to every tourist with a camera. I go over to talk to them, and when the man hears me speaking Czech, he ignores me and goes on counting the fat wad of cash from the day’s take. Today, we’ve had generally bad luck with the local shopkeepers. A woman parked at the intersection of Panenská and Široká, right where there’s a slight downhill where Josef rides his bike. And when he tells her of his own accord that she is not allowed to park there, then she calls him a little policeman and that he should mind his own business. I find myself the target of all manner of attacks. I read the social networks at night and tell myself that I should respond to the posts regarding UNES-CO, but responding would bad – and not responding would be bad, too.

A lot of people stop by to gossip, but we still haven’t had the biggest loudmouths from the social networks. You’re invited for coffee.

This is going to be a long night…