June 11th-12th

Welcome to my travel blog! I've undertaken this two month journey through the world at the encouragement of a personal mentor and with the support of my family (emotional support, not so much monetary support :-D). As I set out I'm excited about the possibility of these next few months. I want to meet new people, be okay with discomfort and differences in culture. I want to let go of all illusion of control and take in the world. Basically, I'm seeking  an unexpected journey. 

This notion brings us to our blogs title - There an back again. While it seems bland a Tolkien aficionado can undoubtably appreciate the reference. Aside: they were showing The Hobbit on the flight to Amsterdam. I absolutely watched it!

Currently, I'm in transit to Istanbul and am writing from my layover in Amsterdam. I've dropped in a few photos below to commemorate the occasion.

Pic 1: Three tickets and a passport - All the paperwork required for my first trip to Asia. Hopefully I can dodge the current protests in Istanbul.

Pic 2: Connecting through Amsterdam :)