December 2009
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New Years Eve Suva
12/31/10
The morning wind crashed aggressive through the giant jungle leaves so loudly that I originally thought it was either raining or that rival plants were in a war. When I spread open the drapes, my bones cracked like a human wind chime. The sun hit my body with the touch of evaporating water and I declared my reality by stretching and removing a wedgie. At the same time. I had awoken...
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Arrived in Fiji
12/30/09
My body was so weak and tired, getting out of the airplane seat gave me a head rush. With each step, my legs were on the verge of collapsing into a vegetative state. I entered the customs line up in Fiji with the coordination of a nine-month-old baby attempting to walk for the first time, though admittedly, it would have helped if I pooped myself for balance.
Boxie-boo used my...
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Flight to Fiji
12/29/09
Technically speaking, one day on the trip did not exist for us as we skipped a day on route to Fiji. We literally traveled to the future. I was also impressed. Feel free to find me more attractive.
On this long flight, I had nothing better to do than to think about what I would say if I were the captain of the plane. I decided the captain message would only be good if I had a...
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Fast Facts About Fiji
12/28/09
1.) Fiji, colonized by Britain in 1874, became an independent member of the Commonwealth in 1970. This same year, somebody farted in Texas.
2.) At the time of this publication, Canadians did not require a Visa to visit as a tourist.
3.) Intense ethnic rivalry between Indigenous Fijians and Indo-Fijians is the main source of political and social tension.
4.) Indians were first...
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Our Day in L.A.
12/28/09
“So let me get this straight – you two are going around the world?” Brandon asked.
Beside Brandon, the midday sun seemed to extract unseen light from the ocean, cushioning the shoreline with diamonds. He sat beside my friend Jesse across the table from us at the Santa Monica Pier. The two of them were kind enough to drive in from San Diego to show us around Los Angeles for the day....
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Saying Goodbye to Home
12/27/09
“And the cloud floats above the hills and valleys
Until it meets the gentle breeze, then falls weeping
To the fields and joins with brooks and rivers to Return to the sea, its home.
The life of clouds is a parting and a meeting.
A tear and a smile.”
Khalil Gibran
The dark moonlight dripped with beads of fire across our hotel room. The streets of L.A. seemed deserted, while...
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What to Pack: Essentials
Page59.com Travel Essentials:
1.) Travel Documents: You want to make sure you have all your documentation. I recommend placing this on one large envelope. This could include the following:
A.) Receipts - tours, deposits, etc.
B.) Itineraries
C.) Addresses of Family for Postcards
D.) Generic Names of Prescriptions
E.) Photocopies of Passports, Student Cards, etc.
F.) Plane Tickets
Etc....
What to Pack: Bathroom Supplies
Page59.com Bathroom Supplies Packing Information:
1.) After Shave with Moisturizer: Your shave may become more sensitive as a result of increased sun exposure.
2.) Shaving Cream
3.) Razor Blades: After each time you shave, place the blade back in the storage container. This will stop the razor from cutting inside your bag.
4.) Toothpaste
5.) Deodorant: Make sure it is a deodorant your...
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What to Pack: Medicine
Page59.com Medical Packing Information:
1.) Hydrocortisone Cream: Great for treating rashes, chapped lips, skin irritations, bed bug bites, etc.
2.) Immodium: Let’s face it - when you’re running around the world, sometimes the runs catch up with you.
3.) Orajel - cancer sores medicine: Even if you have never had a cancer sore before, I would suggest bringing this with you as...
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What to Pack: Travel Supplies
Page59.com Travel Supplies Packing Information:
1.) Large Plastic Bags: Find a bag with “zip lock” technology. It does not have to be the name brand. In fact, we bought our plastic bags from a dollar store. The bigger bags are great for things like two-in-one shampoo/condition, which will prevent a major mess should the bottle open while you are on a plane.
2.) Small Plastic...
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About this magazine
Well hello friends…or as I like to think of you: Stalkers with my permission. In the coming months, you will know lots about me and I will know nothing about you. I love that about you. Your mysterious ways. I love how you will travel with me around the world without paying one penny, doing one minute of research or even giving me one back massage. The least you can do is tell me I smell...