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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
(14,637 posts)Travel safe.
Namaste.
gopiscrap
(24,778 posts)XanaDUer2
(15,772 posts)gopiscrap
(24,778 posts)HeartsCanHope
(1,764 posts)Will be thinking of you.
gopiscrap
(24,778 posts)magicarpet
(19,422 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
(24,778 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
(9,706 posts)carry a bottle
SheltieLover
(81,731 posts)gopiscrap
(24,778 posts)SheltieLover
(81,731 posts)Safe travels!
NEOH
(357 posts)Onthefly
(1,380 posts)Hope22
(4,883 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
(24,778 posts)Kali
(56,900 posts)than the smooth sailing!
what a fabulous adventure, I am quite envious.
kimbutgar
(27,560 posts)Figarosmom
(13,421 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
(18,889 posts)as a solo female traveler. Granted different president now but you should be fine. What cities are you going to?
gopiscrap
(24,778 posts)Phoenix61
(18,889 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
(43,365 posts)JMCKUSICK
(6,623 posts)We need that more than ever.
MLAA
(19,801 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
(58,374 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
(12,029 posts)Take care and keep us posted.
Cha
(320,641 posts)Looking forward to seeing how brilliant you all were when you get back from your World Tour!
Safe Travels!
Whyisthisstillclose
(744 posts)gopiscrap
(24,778 posts)woodsprite
(12,592 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
(2,139 posts).....And inspire to represent the true good will of the American people.
LoisB
(13,493 posts)TygrBright
(21,392 posts)pandr32
(14,307 posts)I hope you have some wonderful experiences along the way.
LisaM
(29,686 posts)It will be interesting to see your updates. Have fun!
TBF
(37,224 posts)enjoy your travels!
people
(847 posts)Hope it's a wonderful trip.
wendyb-NC
(4,732 posts)Yes, keep us posted. Many blessings and safe, enjoyable travels. Peace.
tavernier
(14,511 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
(33,093 posts)luv2fly
(2,711 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
(14,796 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
(15,421 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
(24,778 posts)MiHale
(13,176 posts)Have some fun too
Ocelot II
(131,251 posts)You'll have a great time!
elleng
(141,926 posts)Gonna sing for US???
Bon Voyage!!!
niyad
(134,045 posts)fulfilling, rewarding experiences of your life.
We do, of course insist on PICS, and regular updates.
gopiscrap
(24,778 posts)bif
(27,236 posts)Sounds like the trip of a lifetime! Be safe and take lots of pix!
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