I have continued to prepare for my own imminent adventures - reading books, studying maps, researching the internet. My belongings are stored in Rachel's basement and soon I will be without a home.
Yesterday I looked at my travel checklist and was surprised to find everything complete. The only thing left to do is organize my backpack, which I began doing yesterday. I am confident that all of the things I plan to bring will fit, but am unsure if the weight of the pack will be allowed as a carry on. The class of ticket I purchased states the max weight is fifteen pounds. However, I am allowed to bring a second, smaller bag onto the plane. The total weight of my pack is thirty five pounds, divide by two and it will be close. Rachel, who returned two days ago, said the check-in staff won't bother to weigh bags and packs.
My flight leaves Chicago on Sunday, Jan 22, at 2:20pm, and will make a short layover in Hong Kong. I will then board another plane and arrive in Bangkok at 11:50pm on Jan 23. I reserved a hotel for two nights in an out of the way place outside the city center.
After recovering from the long flight I will decide what to do next. I am hoping to rent a place for a month in Bangkok, as I am interested in exploring the city with my notebook and camera.
After recovering from the long flight I will decide what to do next. I am hoping to rent a place for a month in Bangkok, as I am interested in exploring the city with my notebook and camera.
My emotions are steady, but at times throughout the day I feel a mix of adrenaline and terror.
