The Moment

It all started in 2004, the moment I received my passport (the golden ticket) as I refer to it. Right then and there my outlook on life expanded. With this passport I knew it was now possible for me to see the places I've always dreamt of seeing.  What a sensational feeling that was.

I recall opening my mail and pulling out this little blue booklet with the words PASSPORT - United States of America stamped on it.  I sat back flipping through the empty pages with a big smile on my face.   It was now time to add international travel to my list.  

As you will see, I stuck to the plan.