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Related: About this forumAsking for your prayers and good wishes
I am beside myself right now. I am in Honolulu and just sang at a Lutheran Church. I start tomorrow going around the world singing and speaking. I will be in New Zealand, Hong Kong, Vietnam, Qatar, South Africa, Greece, Poland, Germany, Portugal, Brazil, Uraguay and Peru. This is a 68 day trip that has been in the process of putting together for 6 years. I just recieved my Doctorate in Sacred Music and am finally starting this trip. This is my fourth day. I have 64 more days.
I ask for your prayers and or good wishes. I am a little nervous about Vietnam and South Africa. I will be blogging about the trip. Peace Mike C
FalloutShelter
(14,724 posts)Travel safe.
Namaste.
gopiscrap
(24,786 posts)XanaDUer2
(15,772 posts)gopiscrap
(24,786 posts)HeartsCanHope
(1,783 posts)Will be thinking of you.
gopiscrap
(24,786 posts)magicarpet
(19,528 posts).... take plenty of lozenges,... all that singing is bound to be hard on your throat. A mild gargle with salt and warm water before you fall to sleep might helpful too.
Happy traveling.
(Pictures ?)
gopiscrap
(24,786 posts)will try to take pictures, my wife is the one with the camera she usually does the pictures. She will be joining me in Auckland on Thursday
Tetrachloride
(9,771 posts)carry a bottle
SheltieLover
(82,556 posts)gopiscrap
(24,786 posts)SheltieLover
(82,556 posts)Safe travels!
NEOH
(361 posts)Onthefly
(1,424 posts)Hope22
(4,953 posts)I wish you the best. My friends love traveling in Vietnam. Here is to you finding a friend right off! Enjoy! Peace and love to you. 💗🙏🏼
gopiscrap
(24,786 posts)Kali
(56,970 posts)than the smooth sailing!
what a fabulous adventure, I am quite envious.
kimbutgar
(27,692 posts)Figarosmom
(14,540 posts)You'll be fine. Enjoy yourself and learn as much as you can about the world while traveling it. Live for the day and don't worry a out tomorrow.
Phoenix61
(18,913 posts)as a solo female traveler. Granted different president now but you should be fine. What cities are you going to?
gopiscrap
(24,786 posts)Phoenix61
(18,913 posts)I went during the burning season which just added to the already ever present pollution.
Hue was interesting. The TTC Imperial has a restaurant/bar on the top floor with amazing views of the city. The Imperial City was definitely worth the time to see it. I dont make it any farther south than Da Nang.
ancianita
(43,419 posts)JMCKUSICK
(6,825 posts)We need that more than ever.
MLAA
(19,853 posts)Enjoy the amazing experience and get as much rest as you can! What a glorious whirlwind! Sending you good vibes for great conditions and great health.
SunSeeker
(58,423 posts)Live in the moment and don't worry.
MiKenMi33
(231 posts)Id love to see pics and hear about your trip. Will be looking for your updates. Stay safe!
gademocrat7
(12,075 posts)Take care and keep us posted.
Cha
(321,464 posts)Looking forward to seeing how brilliant you all were when you get back from your World Tour!
Safe Travels!
Whyisthisstillclose
(763 posts)gopiscrap
(24,786 posts)woodsprite
(12,599 posts)That experience has got to be awesome!
You'll have to keep us posted. I'd love to hear how about your adventures.
4catsmom
(667 posts)and enjoy it!
joanbarnes
(2,149 posts).....And inspire to represent the true good will of the American people.
LoisB
(13,728 posts)TygrBright
(21,406 posts)pandr32
(14,307 posts)I hope you have some wonderful experiences along the way.
LisaM
(29,709 posts)It will be interesting to see your updates. Have fun!
TBF
(37,574 posts)enjoy your travels!
people
(856 posts)Hope it's a wonderful trip.
wendyb-NC
(4,749 posts)Yes, keep us posted. Many blessings and safe, enjoyable travels. Peace.
tavernier
(14,566 posts)The good wishes are from me.
People are kind around the globe as long as you dont insult their beliefs . Or youre a woman.
mdmc
(29,377 posts)murielm99
(33,149 posts)luv2fly
(2,755 posts)Was there for over a year, the food is amazing, the coffee is out of this world, and the people are kind. The big cities aren't so great but I feel that way about all big cities... escape Hanoi and HCMC, find the coastal cities like Nha Trang and enjoy the sunshine and beaches.
KY_EnviroGuy
(14,810 posts)Thank you for carrying a piece of American culture around the globe.
Be very careful as you move about as there are pickpockets, robbers and scammers everywhere. Locals are always a good source for clues of local crime trends and preventative measures.
KY..............
Callalily
(15,430 posts)Although I've never been to Vietnam, friends who have visited say it's an amazing country and the people are very friendly!
Best of luck on your trip.
gopiscrap
(24,786 posts)MiHale
(13,272 posts)Have some fun too
Ocelot II
(131,739 posts)You'll have a great time!
elleng
(141,926 posts)Gonna sing for US???
Bon Voyage!!!
niyad
(135,171 posts)fulfilling, rewarding experiences of your life.
We do, of course insist on PICS, and regular updates.
gopiscrap
(24,786 posts)bif
(27,387 posts)Sounds like the trip of a lifetime! Be safe and take lots of pix!