Here we go. I’m here at KCI awaiting my first of three flights today. What a whirlwind to get to this point. Here’s my “I’m ready” picture. The bag is packed and my backpack is too heavy. So much for packing light.

My suitcase is 45 pounds and my limit is 50, so I guess I’ll be only getting five pounds of souvenirs. Thank you to so many who helped me get to this point. Thanks to my sibling Terra who brought me to the airport. I’m ready…I guess.

I begin with a little bit of fear and hesitation. Off into the world alone, slightly untethered and fully medicated to see and experience new things A middle and outer ear infection adds to the drama of the day. Thanks for joining me on this journey.