Oyster Beach House Olympia

... new I never new. I look forward to starting our trip by hiking one step at a time over some of the most amazing mountain ranges right hear in the USA. Starting our trip with a few good long walks will give me some time to think about life, enjoy nature, and bring a greater awareness to the weather.

Well off we go…….

Another big purchase and choice taken care of today. Tickets to Thailand and India. We will be traveling to Thailand in and out of Bangkok. In India we will fly into Mumbia and leave the country from Delhi. The whole trip all together will be a tad over three and a half months. Wow. Exciting. Here we go, it's really coming together.

... of south western WA. I love my back yard. Snow still hiding in the corners. Even in the middle of winter when half the trees are bare, and you have a threatening cloud over your head all day. This is great country for riding, Twisties on a long black chop, IS THERE ANYTHING BETTER IN LIFE THAN THIS? you bet your ass there's not. The old girl ran like the best damn girl you ever had. Always willing to ...

... toilet paper dispensers?!?). Onward! Next stop: The Chez Cascadia hostel in West Olympia (capital of Washington). This place was clean and organized. It's run by Jonas who looked to be in his late 20's and had just returned from 2 months in South America - seemed like a very smart and capable guy. The street it was on - modest 1 story houses - was kind of a alternative living community, in the hippie way ...

... The night before was one filled with thinking through solutions to the broken cart and so Louis didn't get as much sleep.) Our next hosts, Jon and Jessica Kershner, are members of the Olympic Friends Church in Tacoma. Jon is also the pastor there. We felt right at home with them and their very energetic Jack Russell-mix dog, Patches. We spent two nights with them and spent much time sharing our perspectives on Quaker faith and service. They are warm, welcoming ...

... you. Jorge will likely meet you at the bus, as this is a tiny street. Hostal Villa Colonial 43 Antonio Maceo, between Ave. General Carrillo and Fe del Valle Remedios Tel: 53-42-396274 Email: ecohpire@capiro.vcl.sld.cu The most beautiful place, with a private dining room, living room and separate entrance. Shared inner courtyard. Queen bed and bunk beds. Frank, Arelys and their family are wonderful. Fridge. Manuel and Arecely No. 4 Calle 21 ...

... period of waning light at evening. I saw the mist lying over the valley and then the waxing power of the sun; the glitter and the shimmer which is in the air at midday, and the hushing of the birds. "Why do I care, why do I have a strange feeling of sadness which is very difficult to shake off and which is simply because the realization is just a bit overwhelming that I shall probably never see Cuba again? I wonder what there is about the place that makes me feel this way."

... hectic in the morning, loads of people hanging around, new faces and old. we have a tradition whereby the groom has to pay his way into the brides room. the brides friends and family stand guard at the door and the groom is only allowed in after many many offers of money and a few press ups just for fun! when the groom eventually made it to the bride's room ...

... the crowd. Mekong Delta, Near Siagon Mekong Delta, Near Siagon There were a lot of boat dogs. Don't worry, they don't eat their pets. There are special dog farms for that. Mekong Delta, Near Siagon This little cutie was watching his mother as she sold their vegetables. Mekong Delta, Near Siagon ...

... rain. I'm happy that I get to have at least one entry directly from Seattle, the rest will be fill in's of my Seattle days, hopefully from New York. I think I'm in Love Maribel, one of the ladies on this trip that I work with. She has a very severe mental disablity and she seems to live in her own world. We can never figure what she's saying or trying to communicate us. Everytime we eat, we have to just guess what she wants. At ...