Let me say up front that I've never been particularly successful with a travel journal. But I refuse to let the next four months slip by without some attempt on my part to document my experiences. So, here it is: a travel blog for all to see. I'm hoping that the public nature of this blog will encourage (force?) me to update semi-regularly, and will help me keep in contact with everyone back home. I've never done anything like this before, so please be patient with me as I figure everything out, especially if/when the whole thing falls flat.
I am leaving for Kyoto, Japan in 10 hours.
Oh, geez...
I really hope I'm ready.
