First id like to tell all his friends that I'm very sorry to hear about Alfred. He was peaceful and gentle man with a wonderful smile and outlook on life that I'll always remember.�
Thanks for all the kind words everyone! I'm truly living my dream while at the same time realizing that many other people are doing the same thing. We might have all taken different roads to get here and are driving at different speeds but I don't feel as though im doing something different or monumental any more. Nearly anyone can do this, there are 100Ks of travelers around the world living free lives and making their way on pure ambition, will, skills and personality. Above all else though is the love of the unknown, exploration both physically, emotionally and spiritually. The sense of freedom you feel while traveling allows your mind to expand and your heart to open. I truly believe that I am becoming the person I really am and that would have never happened if I had kept living the life I was living.�
I have been writing my book, story by story little by little. With bits of my own words of wisdom and philosophy on life. It's funny, the more I write the more I remember. Sometimes it hits me when having conversations with other travelers about growing up and their lives now or before travel. That's the only time I feel different or alone. � You only realize just how fucked up your life has been when you get to you people who've lived "normal" lives. I'm typing this from my iPhone and write in a notebook so no sneak preview yet, but if I finish it and actually get it to someone who will publish and market it the right way, I think it's a best seller maybe even a movie �
Jajewel- when in burma I will keep an eye out for those beads, they look very cool and would make a nice necklace. Ill let you know what I find, I promise.�
Jennieb- it really depends on what country I'm in. Smoking in Malaysia kind of freaked me out because it's the death penalty there if caught. But I made it out alive. � I know how to handle myself and don't put myself in sketchy situations. Worst case scenario ANYTHING can be solved with $$. Yes I've seen the movies, midnight express, locked up abroad, etc... It would be a horrible experience but I'd never let it get that far but if it did you just handle it like you handle any other situation in life. Drugs are sold in the wild open throughout most of this region, police and governments are incredibly corrupt. Don't cross borders with anything and stick to a 2 spliff rule, just like Jamaica!�
Lola and Tammy- Thank you for the love! You have mine right back at cha! I'm glad the card is working out for you, it's saved me $100s in fees. You're a great group here, that's why besides Facebook this is the only social Internet site I frequent. I'll be sure to keep in touch.�
Jim/Donna- � I feel like THE man! Learning tons of new recipes and ancient cooking techniques. Getting incredibly fit and tan, practicing Asian fighting styles, becoming very in touch with my emotional and spiritual side. I'm going to make some woman a very happy wife one day
BP- I got back from JAH just before Thanksgiving and left right after.�
Suzan- sorry no blog just yet. No laptop and just too busy/lazy. I'll try to post a story here once and awhile if I stay in a place with a computer because this post has destroyed my thumb for the rest of the day.�
Bless up everyone and Irie vibes to all!!
John