Welcome to the stream of consciousness that is my life!

Today I am in New York, home sweet home....

but not for long. In about 11 hours, I will set out on an 18-hour, three-leg flight to Muscat, Oman. My friend is getting married, and not being one to turn down a wedding invitiation, I gladly accepted. After shopping for dresses for five different parties, checking State Department travel advisories daily, and booking a desert trek, I am all set to go. More from me next week!