Couldn't have done this 5 years ago...

Even 5 years ago, it would have been very difficult indeed to work out how to use the public buses in an unfamiliar city. But with the wonders of Google maps, it was really easy today. Just put in the starting point and destination and click on the bus symbol and "hey presto": an idiot's guide to crossing Baltimore. Perfect directions, except for the bus timetable, which turned out to be precise but not accurate.

The final walk was a bit more of a challenge. Who would have guessed that to get to the Armstrong Institute of Patient Safety, you have to go into Miss Shirley's Cafe? I was aiming for number 750. I realised I'd gone wrong when I passed 830 and the next building was 834. With the wonderful order of numbers, this meant I had over-shot. Doh! Time to retrace steps...

I've had an interesting day. No life-changing insights, but promising early discussions. The Institute is a wonderfully welcoming place, with an interdisciplinary mix of people... and some very comfortable sofas and excellent views over the harbour.