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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
(13,475 posts)Travel safe.
Namaste.
gopiscrap
(24,402 posts)XanaDUer2
(15,755 posts)gopiscrap
(24,402 posts)HeartsCanHope
(1,089 posts)Will be thinking of you.
gopiscrap
(24,402 posts)magicarpet
(18,455 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
(24,402 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
(8,784 posts)carry a bottle
SheltieLover
(70,341 posts)
gopiscrap
(24,402 posts)SheltieLover
(70,341 posts)Safe travels!
NEOH
(228 posts)Onthefly
(932 posts)Hope22
(4,015 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
(24,402 posts)Kali
(56,262 posts)than the smooth sailing! what a fabulous adventure, I am quite envious.
kimbutgar
(25,367 posts)Figarosmom
(6,377 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
(18,397 posts)as a solo female traveler. Granted different president now but you should be fine. What cities are you going to?
gopiscrap
(24,402 posts)Phoenix61
(18,397 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
(40,720 posts)JMCKUSICK
(2,788 posts)We need that more than ever.
MLAA
(19,311 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
(56,037 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
(11,525 posts)Take care and keep us posted.
Cha
(312,182 posts)Looking forward to seeing how brilliant you all were when you get back from your World Tour!
Safe Travels!
Whyisthisstillclose
(210 posts)gopiscrap
(24,402 posts)woodsprite
(12,456 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
(648 posts)and enjoy it!
joanbarnes
(2,010 posts).....And inspire to represent the true good will of the American people.
LoisB
(10,826 posts)TygrBright
(21,154 posts)pandr32
(13,104 posts)I hope you have some wonderful experiences along the way.
LisaM
(29,254 posts)It will be interesting to see your updates. Have fun!
TBF
(35,138 posts)enjoy your travels!
people
(782 posts)Hope it's a wonderful trip.
wendyb-NC
(4,330 posts)Yes, keep us posted. Many blessings and safe, enjoyable travels. Peace.
tavernier
(13,762 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
(29,360 posts)
murielm99
(32,037 posts)
luv2fly
(2,525 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
(14,710 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
(15,133 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
(24,402 posts)MiHale
(11,791 posts)Have some fun too
Ocelot II
(125,425 posts)You'll have a great time!
elleng
(139,825 posts)Gonna sing for US???
Bon Voyage!!!
niyad
(124,544 posts)fulfilling, rewarding experiences of your life.
We do, of course insist on PICS, and regular updates.
gopiscrap
(24,402 posts)bif
(25,711 posts)Sounds like the trip of a lifetime! Be safe and take lots of pix!