I still barely can believe that I’m actually about to take off. The initial idea bud for this was months and months away and it seemed absolutely crazy and a stupid thing to do.

Now I believe its exactly what I absolutely have to do in order to improve my life and career.

Often before big events or conferences I ask myself, what I hope to get out of this? For this trip it is to spend quality time with my family and friends. Improve my communication and writing skills which will help me to get to the next level as a software engineer. Get into habit of starting and – most importantly – finishing things. Improving my dancing skills, having fun dancing in different cities. Meeting new interesting people, have deep, thoughtful conversations about meaning and purpose of life. 🙂 Plus I expect the unexpected (as I learned from Dārta).

Just the preparation for this trip already has changed me, mostly opening up my mind to new possibilities. So I’m sure the trip itself will change me as well.

July 17, 2013 @ SFO airport, International terminal, gate 101.