January 5, 2003

It’s hard to believe that I’ll be leaving for Vietnam in less than 2 days. While I consider myself a fairly experienced traveler, it is a bit intimidating to head to a part of the world previously unknown to me. I am confident, though, that this adventure will prove to be beneficial beyond measure. I will never shy from a challenge. I trust I will learn things unimaginable here in KY, and knowledge is the goal.