It's Airport Time Again

This is what I will look like for the next 12 hours! Note: I have 1 check-in bag and 1 carry-on with no personal item! I am amazed that I was able to fit my new uniform and purchases in the suitcase. However, the weight grew from 49 to 70 lbs! But I would rather foot the bill for being over 50 pounds than having to worry about 2 suitcases making it here since I've got 2 layovers (Portland and Atlanta). The tea is for a sore throat that developed overnight, but now that it's midday, it's not so bad. I have discovered the cure for a sore throat: lemon ginger tea with honey! SOOO GOOD. Also, I bought myself a mukmuk to use as a pillow on the plane.

Before I left, I took a final stroll through Whistler. It was eerily empty and very still. Instead of dreading the trip back, I distracted myself on the bus to Vancouver by working through shot lists and final preparations for the movie. Because there is still so much to do, I think I will try to drive back to school Tuesday evening rather than Wednesday morning.

I've been in the Vancouver for a couple hours and have gotten so many hilarious remarks on my hat! Some have no idea what it is, and others (typically older men) ask me if I know what it is! In fact, I was at a little deli grabbing a sandwich and the man behind me in line was talking to me about the band, his age, my age, and travel. Before he left, he strongly encouraged me to travel as much as I can while I'm young. He also told me that he has been to 153 nations (WHAT!) and that it has taught him more than anything else in life! I've taken his advice to heart and hope to travel again in the near future. Anyway, it has sparked some really amusing conversations and got me through security with smiles and strange looks.

To receive school credit, the last thing I have to do is write a short paper on my experiences at the Olympics. After my arrival post, that will probably be the last you all hear from me here. For those of you faithful readers, thank you so much for keeping updated! It means so much to know that you all are thinking and praying about me while I'm here - I know it has helped shape my experience! So thank you :)