ANTICIPATION

ANTICIPATION *** EXCITEMENT *** FEAR!!!

Yep, I said it - FEAR!!!
I am always fearful when we are getting ready to strike out on travel to less developed parts of the world. I am a worrier! What if something happens to someone here at home, and we can't get back to help them! What if something happens to us while we are there, and we don't come back home! Indonesia is mainly Muslim, something of an issue for a woman. Indonesia is notorious for sinking ferries, derailing trains, and planes that fall from the sky. And what about those Squat Toilets (Also a much larger issue for a woman than a man.) I am definitely worried about the squat toilets! So, Yes I am afraid!

All that said. I CAN"T WAIT TO GO! I know it will be astoundingly beautiful & wonderfully relaxing.
I love sitting in a HOT Humid place reading a book while looking at beautiful scenery.
I love seeing the smiles on the faces of the children and friendly locals.
I love the quiet peace and wondrous beauty of scuba diving.
I love seeing a strange new place together with Glen.
AND Yes, I love the empowerment which comes from facing the things I fear and becoming a better person for it!

Hopefully no one will get sick, injured, or mugged. If we see sharks when we are diving, hopefully they won't be threatening. Hopefully there will be no transportation mishaps, monsoons, or earthquakes! And if any of those things happen, hopefully we will arrive back home safe & sound to be with the people we love, and many tales to tell!

So, until we see you again, keep us in your thoughts ~
You will be in ours!
Carrie