Musings of a Blog Writer

Well, I thought I had been a fairly consistent blogger but I have had quite the number of disgruntled comments from followers who think I am slacking on the job. My apologies to you, but also let me express my gratitude. I have high aspirations of travel writing especially after seeing an article on CNN: "Honeymoon Tester is Latest Dream Job." And it is imperative I get back into top blogging shape.

Jordan and I think after our Balinese experience we could be the perfect candidates. We are highly adaptable and have no qualms with a romantic couples massage. And we even have our own travel blogs! It might not be as informative as some other blogs, but hopefully, it is more amusing.

In honor of my travel writing dreams, I thought I would include some random travel musings:

-- In India, it was easier to ignore the masses shouting at me from across the road. However, here in Southeast Asia, that is a touch more difficult. More because the names they call out are so hilarious, I can't help but stop in my tracks and laugh out loud. We are called "sir," "mister," "lady," and "darling" among other things. I find it especially amusing when Jordan is called "mister." I am not sure why, but I think it has something to do with the fact that when we met at Chimney Corners Camp all her campers called her "daddy."

--International Drivers Licenses. Apparently these are necessary for renting motorbikes. If caught without one, expect to pay a hefty bribe (yes, bribe -- not fine). Thank you, Mr. Moped Rental Man for telling us this in advance of Bali road trip 2010. Good thing the angels are on our side because we didn't have any issues. This however has deterred us from future rentals (probably much to the delight of our parents). We now stick to bicycles. Even though the last one I rented near Angkor Wat was half broken and way to tall for me.

By the way, just because driving occurs on the right side of the road in Cambodia doesn't mean it is easier to navigate the streets on a bicycle.

--Pajama sets. This is apparently the latest trend for Cambodian women. You see everyone wearing them from the Disney character to fluorescent florals. I often think of what I would like to invest in (if I wasn't currently blowing my savings on curry and beer) and I think a shop specializing in pajamas would be quite successful. Think of all the marketing slogans for an outfit you can wear day and night, on the beach or on a bike!

Well, I had more musings, but sadly this site closed down on me and I lost most of them. Double the sadness, I was planning on posting this a few days ago but then after the crash we had to leave our hotel in Siem Reap (think Angkor Wat) and head to.. you guessed it... MORE BEACHES!

So as an Easter gift, I will post this and then post another tomorrow.

Disclaimer: As of this moment, I do not in fact think I will seriously pursue the travel writer career, if someone offers me a book deal to detail my fabulous life... well that is another story.

Recent milestone: Officially filled up my passport. I no longer have free spaces for visas. Hopefully, I won't get deported. Worst case scenario, bribery might work.