Dear friends and family,

It has been a while since I checked in. After every port my brain is like a boiling pot of water that is overflowing with stories, thoughts, and happenings from all of my adventures. I use my blog as a place to share everything in one long, unedited, train of thought. My words spill out onto the page as I write from trains, planes, my room etc. However, this post was the first time where I have had to truly sit down, reflect, think hard, and deliver some very sad news. On the 6th of November a student passed away on our voyage. Although I did not know him personally, his death was a huge loss to our community.  Because we are away from our friends and family back home, the ship becomes our home, the community becomes our family, and each and every one of us was affected by his passing.  As we gathered together on the ocean to support one another, as we made our way to China, I couldn’t help but think of all of you (my friends and family) at home. I am so thankful, so grateful, so lucky to have each and every one of you in my life. Every single one of you has given me love and support and made me who I am today. Now, I am in China, practically a day ahead of all of you, and as I wrap up my day and you start yours, keep in mind that life is short and we all have to live everyday to its absolute fullest! Peace and Love. I can’t wait to see you all soon! Xoxoxo