I know I haven’t been around much lately. Blogger had problems last week and ever since, I’ve been running at 90 miles an hour. Time is getting short (and I’m not talking about the potential of being raptured later today). On June 1st, I go on sabbatical and there is so much to do! Then, on June 4th, I am flying to Jakarta, where I’ll begin my exploration of the world via trains and other slow modes of transportation. I’ll start out exploring Java via train (the line from Jakarta to Yogyakarta is supposed to be incredible). Then it will be on to Singapore and taking the train (and bus) through Malaysia and Thailand, on through Cambodia (bus and boat) to Vietnam where I will head north on train, to China and then on through Mongolia and Russia on the Trans-Siberian Railroad. Travel back to the US will be on Holland American lines. I’ll be out of the country until mid-September. During my absence, my posting will be spotty at best. But I do plan to return with many more stories to tell…
The post card is from the early 1950s. I will not be taking a train across Canada, but I had the card in my stamp collection and decided to post a photo of it. 
I am so happy for you that you finally begin on your so longed for journey! Hoping you take good care of you along that road....it sounds like you'll have the time of your life! Please do keep us posted, when you can...I have a darling cloth sailor doll that my mother bought on one of her trips aboard the Holland American Lines....she finally gave it to me....after all my years growing up ...moving out and wondering will she give it to me ever?! Have a very fantastic and safe journey Sage!
ReplyDeleteBest of luck. Have a Chinggis Beer in Ulaanbaatar.
ReplyDeleteWe just got back from a road trip. Not as extensive as yours. I can't imagine being gone from home much longer myself.
ReplyDeleteI've been so looking forward to you being gone simply for the selfish reason that I can't wait to here about your adventures. I wish you well!
ReplyDeleteIt sounds like a fabulous trip, Sage and I wish you well. I look forward to hearing all about it when you return.
ReplyDeleteWow Sage. I can't wait for the pictures. And the stories as only you can tell them. Have an amazing amazing time. I know you will
ReplyDeleteNow that an Engine I love!!! Beautiful Pic buddy!
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Oh what an exciting trip Hope you have a fantastic time but no doubt you will. I did a tiny piece of it. When we stopped years ago in Singapore we took the train to Malaysia till melakka and from there went around by bus. A fantastic country.Look forward to your stories
ReplyDeleteThat sounds like a great adventure. I'll look forward to your posts whenever you can manage them. Have a wonderful, safe trip.
ReplyDeleteThis will undoubtedly be a fantastic trip, wish I were along! Anything you need?
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As selfish as it sounds, we better darn well get some photos.
ReplyDeleteCheers.
It sounds exciting and also long and arduous. Enjoy your time and I'll look forward to your stories. And there was no rupture, imagine that.
ReplyDeleteWow. Just the itinerary sounds like an amazing adventure.
ReplyDeleteSafe travels, my friend.
Your trip sounds like it's going to be amazing! Have an unbelievable time!!!!! Enjoy every moment! Have fun!
ReplyDeleteIncredible. And I'm incredibly envious! Need a luggage carrier?;)
ReplyDeleteI hope you have an incredible time- and hope you keep as posted when you're able! Looking forward to hearing about everything...and of course- don't forget your camera. And maybe take an extra for back-up......
Have a lovely sabbatical, Sage. I look forward to reading your posts about your adventures.
ReplyDeleteWish you a wonderful time! And hope you will be able to blog from time to time on your travels as you travel.
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