China Excursion Apprehension
December 28th, 2005The closer the date gets, the more excited and more apprehensive I am.
Undoubtedly, China will be amazing. The culture shock alone will be an adventure. Traveling the streets and absorbing a completely different world is an opportunity that relatively few are able to experience. I'll be almost completely independent, with the world and myself to contemplate. It is a thrilling prospect.
On the other hand, 5 months is a long time to be alone. And I know myself. I am shy and discreet by nature. I truly hope I don't fade into the background and sit in my room wallowing in lonely misery. I've always had a rough time when it comes to meeting people. Perhaps starting each day with 40 oz. of Jack will grease those wheels. :D
Then I think again, five months will be over before I know it. And everyone I meet in China will be, if not lasting contacts, memories I will look back on with fondness. The goal is for Fragilebob will grow in character, and hopefully in wisdom and not just sorrow.
Kids, I know I haven't gone yet. But I already recommend it. Make life an adventure. Five months can slip by unnoticed in the mundane reality of routine, but in flux, it will be hard to forget.
