The plane hasn't even taken off

The preparations for this journey have taken a few twists and turns already. As of today however, it is all a go, sort of as planned…..with a few changes (more beach time) and a continuing slight possibility of a change in plans big time. Mady has been experience some health issues that might cause her to cancel. This has forced me to examine much about myself. Realizing that I don’t really want to take a 2 week trip by myself in Thailand before meeting up with Jami. Realizing I could and would probably do just fine if that is what ends up happening, ultimately. Realizing the necessity for staying ‘present’ with what is, as oppose to what I expected or planned months ago. Getting ‘quiet’ enough to know that truly whatever happens is exactly what needs to happen. That is NOT the same as “it’s all good” but it is a peacefulness that excites me. (Now that might be a contradiction----peacefulness=exciting) Experiencing more compassion than disappointment. Realizing as I breath more today that I have been holding my breath for much of the past week or so.
At any rate, it has been an amazing journey so far and I haven’t even gotten on the plane yet! Imagine what is in store!!!!!

On my way to Thailand

Hi gang,
I am just a few weeks away from an trip to Thailand. It is quite exciting. First 2 weeks with my old friend Mady, who shares my delight in cultures and people, who has always wanted to go to Thailand and who I will happily explore new adventures. Then 11 days with Jami Sieber on a tour to the Thai Elephant Conservation Center in Northern Thailand, near Chiang Mai as well as other mostly elephant related experiences.

Needless to say I am excited. I will, along the way blog here (http://karenkaushansky.blogspot.com/) as oppose to the TravelBlog I have used before. Partly cause this is easier, partly cause it feels a little more personal, so I ask you to please check in here periodically to see what I am up to, if you want to.


Thanks for sharing my trip with me.