We Have To Go Back

It was 106 days that felt like 106 minutes.  Today our voyage came to an end.  There were lots of hugs and a few tears.  I didn't know who would make my eyes water first but I knew it would happen.

The past four months have been amazing.  My second time around the world and I already can't wait to go again.  It was my first trip to four new countries (Singapore, Ghana, Morocco & Spain) and a chance to get back to a place I love but thought I'd never make it to again (Burma).  It was a chance to re-experience India and come away with a much better feeling about the country. 

The Explorer in Barcelona.

All of it was enhanced by the fact that I had a wonderful, patient and loving traveling companion along the way. She was my rock when I'd get stressed out from the fishbowl of shipboard life or when we'd get lost on some steamy, Asian street.  I also met some of my favorite people in the world about the ship and I already miss them greatly.

The entire trip was everything I'd hoped it would be and more.  I still have lots of stories to tell that I'm sure will come floating back in the next few days and weeks.  For now I get to meet two of my best friends here in Barcelona and spend a few days exploring Europe before we go back to the States.

I look forward to going back home and seeing my family again.  I look forward to seeing my pink house and getting a big dog hug and kiss from Libby.  And I look forward to the day in the future when I get back to my floating home aboard the MV Explorer.