New beginnings

Well today is the official day that I take off for South America.  It is wonderful to have the support of my close friends on my journey to see me through this new beginning in my life.  I know it may seem like I travel a lot and this is just another trip on my ever expanding itinerary, but this adventure will supersede all those trips I've taken to Tallahassee!  I hope I am able to reach all of my short and long term goals.  My short term goal for today is surviving the taxi cab ride, and my long term goals are acquiring the Spanish language and making a positive contribution to local communities.  Only time stands in between me and my goals so for now I must send my prayers off and practice like hell telling the taxi cab driver what's up!!  More news on the hour.....