"Oh, the places you'll go!"

So growing up, we were big Dr. Seuss fans. Many of you may, in fact recall the classic "Oh, The Places You'll Go!" (and oh the places that kid did indeed go!!). Well, for me (even as a youngun) that little phrase spoke to me, kindled within me the spirit of curiosity and adventure. Ever since then I have wanted to travel the world and see and do everything! Actually, I don't know if it was really that story that did all that to me, but I really do love anything foreign and the idea of just going to another country, without any real set plans, without knowing the language, and then get around is exciting to me. The traditional way of foreign travel as most Americans see it is cool too, but the other way just sounds like so much fun! (and is generally a lot cheaper too!). Anywho, so here's a few of the places I'd like to go and, basically, just things I'd like to do that involve traveling:

1. Argentina (Patagonia, woot!)










2. Prague, Czech Republic (rumor has it, Prague is the most beautiful city in the world)

3. Israel (considered to be the Holy Land by 3 major world religions. that's gotta mean something! Plus, to walk and visit the places that Christ himself was at would be absolutely amazing!)

4. Tanzania (mostly to climb Mt. Kilimanjaro)











5. India/Nepal/Tibet (Taj Mahal and all that jazz. Also, Everest! I don't really have a goal to climb everest, but to at least go to base camp would be sweet! To live/visit with the Vajrayana Buddhist for a bit would be pretty cool too)

6. China (the final socialist frontier! Most famous living Chinese person: Jackie Chan! Maybe I could rub shoulders with him!)

7. Siberia (The picture that comes into most people's minds when they hear the word "siberia" is not very accurate usually. It's really one of the prettiest parts of the world. Lake Baikal, double woot!)









8. The UK! (England, Scotland, Irelandhopefully I could stay there long enough in order to pick up their accent. Actually, I secretly want my kids to grow up in one of those countries just so they can have the accent. Is that wrong? Also, Hogwarts. It's gotta be around there somewhere, I know it!!)

9. New Zealand (rumor also has it that New Zealand is one of the prettiest countries in the world. Also, there are more sheep occupants on the island than there are humans. pretty crazy stuff)

10. Samoa (nicest people on the planet and the food is amazing! Tropical paradise...)

11. The Bahamas (Also a tropical paradise)

12. A Disney cruise (I've heard stories of such cruises. Stories beyond your wildest dreams!)









13. Brazil (yes)

14. Portugal/Spain (Portugal: the land of my forefathers!)

15. Road trip across America (a dream of mine for a long time)

16. Hike the John Muir Trail (a 200+ mile hike in the Sierras. This goal stemmed is the diluted version of another goal to hike the Pacific Crest Trail which starts in Mexico and goes on to Canada. 2,500+ miles! I decided that to be in the woods for that long, despite how pretty and fun it may be is a waste of time. The John Muir Trail is doable)










17. Armenia (Every Armenian I ever met said their country was the best ever. I think there might be a little bias there, but I'd still like to check it out for myself. Plus, supposedly, I can pass as an Armenian. I was even offered a brother/son position in an Armenian family!)

Alright, well that's it for now. This is definitely not an exhaustive list, nor is it really that detailed. All trips are open to anyone else who would like to come along. The more the merrier!

To blog, or not to blog! That is the question?

Well this is a very monumental and momentous occasion for me. Let the blogging begin! To be honest, I was very reluctant to start writing my own blog. I was unsure about whether or not I was capable of such an undertaking. However, with much encouragement and motivation from certain someones..., the blog was born. And actually, this is pretty fun! Crazy titles, funny links, important keep-people-updated info. I can't guarantee how interesting this will be to read, but I'll sure have a good time with it!

This mountain is representative of...blogging. One which I have recently conquered! Huzzah!

First Post EVER!!!!!!!!!!!!

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