I had it all, until I lost my mind and decided it would be a good idea to get rid of my worldly possessions, stable job and wander the earth alone. This will be my story, and the departure date is September 1, 2008. I can't wait to hike through the Himalayas, learn about the Ottoman empire, drink Spanish wine, drink British stout, drink Indian wine, eat kebabs of various styles and flavors, explore the Kerala backwaters, have a truly authentic bowl of Pho, and view the beauty of Angkor Wat.