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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
(13,264 posts)Travel safe.
Namaste.
gopiscrap
(24,320 posts)XanaDUer2
(15,726 posts)HeartsCanHope
(978 posts)Will be thinking of you.
gopiscrap
(24,320 posts)magicarpet
(18,031 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
(24,320 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
(8,654 posts)carry a bottle
SheltieLover
(66,489 posts)
gopiscrap
(24,320 posts)Safe travels!
NEOH
(193 posts)Onthefly
(806 posts)Hope22
(3,904 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
(24,320 posts)Kali
(56,196 posts)than the smooth sailing! what a fabulous adventure, I am quite envious.
kimbutgar
(24,844 posts)Figarosmom
(5,212 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
(18,267 posts)as a solo female traveler. Granted different president now but you should be fine. What cities are you going to?
gopiscrap
(24,320 posts)Phoenix61
(18,267 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
(40,290 posts)JMCKUSICK
(1,925 posts)We need that more than ever.
MLAA
(19,103 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
(55,464 posts)Live in the moment and don't worry.
MiKenMi33
(224 posts)Id love to see pics and hear about your trip. Will be looking for your updates. Stay safe!
gademocrat7
(11,414 posts)Take care and keep us posted.
Cha
(309,685 posts)Looking forward to seeing how brilliant you all were when you get back from your World Tour!
Safe Travels!
Whyisthisstillclose
(195 posts)gopiscrap
(24,320 posts)woodsprite
(12,392 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
(633 posts)and enjoy it!
joanbarnes
(1,983 posts).....And inspire to represent the true good will of the American people.
LoisB
(10,140 posts)TygrBright
(21,105 posts)pandr32
(12,854 posts)I hope you have some wonderful experiences along the way.
LisaM
(29,112 posts)It will be interesting to see your updates. Have fun!
TBF
(35,078 posts)enjoy your travels!
people
(772 posts)Hope it's a wonderful trip.
wendyb-NC
(4,196 posts)Yes, keep us posted. Many blessings and safe, enjoyable travels. Peace.
tavernier
(13,629 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
(29,349 posts)
murielm99
(31,836 posts)
luv2fly
(2,520 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
(14,683 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
(15,104 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
(24,320 posts)MiHale
(11,534 posts)Have some fun too
Ocelot II
(124,252 posts)You'll have a great time!
elleng
(139,192 posts)Gonna sing for US???
Bon Voyage!!!
niyad
(123,241 posts)fulfilling, rewarding experiences of your life.
We do, of course insist on PICS, and regular updates.
gopiscrap
(24,320 posts)bif
(25,152 posts)Sounds like the trip of a lifetime! Be safe and take lots of pix!