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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
(13,794 posts)Travel safe.
Namaste.
gopiscrap
(24,459 posts)XanaDUer2
(15,765 posts)gopiscrap
(24,459 posts)HeartsCanHope
(1,316 posts)Will be thinking of you.
gopiscrap
(24,459 posts)magicarpet
(18,456 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
(24,459 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
(8,961 posts)carry a bottle
SheltieLover
(73,627 posts)
gopiscrap
(24,459 posts)SheltieLover
(73,627 posts)Safe travels!
NEOH
(257 posts)Onthefly
(1,043 posts)Hope22
(4,161 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
(24,459 posts)Kali
(56,448 posts)than the smooth sailing! what a fabulous adventure, I am quite envious.
kimbutgar
(26,014 posts)Figarosmom
(8,500 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
(18,549 posts)as a solo female traveler. Granted different president now but you should be fine. What cities are you going to?
gopiscrap
(24,459 posts)Phoenix61
(18,549 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
(41,787 posts)JMCKUSICK
(3,901 posts)We need that more than ever.
MLAA
(19,478 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
(56,643 posts)Live in the moment and don't worry.
MiKenMi33
(227 posts)Id love to see pics and hear about your trip. Will be looking for your updates. Stay safe!
gademocrat7
(11,655 posts)Take care and keep us posted.
Cha
(314,313 posts)Looking forward to seeing how brilliant you all were when you get back from your World Tour!
Safe Travels!
Whyisthisstillclose
(275 posts)gopiscrap
(24,459 posts)woodsprite
(12,489 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
(2,034 posts).....And inspire to represent the true good will of the American people.
LoisB
(11,620 posts)TygrBright
(21,197 posts)pandr32
(13,409 posts)I hope you have some wonderful experiences along the way.
LisaM
(29,343 posts)It will be interesting to see your updates. Have fun!
TBF
(35,195 posts)enjoy your travels!
people
(803 posts)Hope it's a wonderful trip.
wendyb-NC
(4,478 posts)Yes, keep us posted. Many blessings and safe, enjoyable travels. Peace.
tavernier
(13,935 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
(29,371 posts)
murielm99
(32,337 posts)
luv2fly
(2,526 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
(14,739 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
(15,241 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
(24,459 posts)MiHale
(12,148 posts)Have some fun too
Ocelot II
(127,175 posts)You'll have a great time!
elleng
(140,737 posts)Gonna sing for US???
Bon Voyage!!!
niyad
(127,209 posts)fulfilling, rewarding experiences of your life.
We do, of course insist on PICS, and regular updates.
gopiscrap
(24,459 posts)bif
(26,224 posts)Sounds like the trip of a lifetime! Be safe and take lots of pix!