Tonight, five minutes before midnight, our train pulls out of Moscow and heads east for Beijing. We'll be riding the rails for about six days to the other side of Asia. We appreciate those of ya'll who've let us know how we should pass the time by picking a selection on our new poll. We're looking forward to the ride, but man, it's a long way, ya know?
Russia has been quite an experience, and one that we won't soon forget. Deni and I talked about it last night and in many ways we're glad we've come the route because we didn't just hop off the plane from Texas in the far east and have been able to slowly acquaint ourselves with some of the rigors of traveling in foreign lands. While we're still on the same trip, I feel like we're definitely starting over in many ways with our journey to Asia. We've learned a lot in the last two months about the world and ourselves. I'm looking forward to applying those lessions on a brand new continent for me (D's already been there).
The next time you hear from us, we'll have dim sum in our stomachs. Can't wait. We'll post the rest of our pics and tell you about the train after we arrive in Beijing Aug 31. This is our contact info there. We'll be in town until at least September 4.
DOWNTOWN BEIJING
Holiday Inn
98 BEILISHILU
FINANCIAL STREET, XICHENGQU
BEIJING, 100037
CHINA
Telephone Number: 86-10-68338822
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I am keeping my eye on you two... six days on a train. Ah, that takes me back. Wait, no, really it doesn't. However, I do remember taking vodka shots, on a train, at 7 in the morning, with a British guy on the way to Graz, Austria. He kept trying to take me to a brothel where we could have share beautiful women for $20 US. To this day I am sorry I missed out on that... but, I hope you all create similar fond memories on your long ride. Have a safe trip.
B & D,
Emily and I got your postcard dated 8/9 today 8/27. Not bad from Mother Russia I guess. I've been enjoying the blog and am looking forward to updates from Asia. Are you going to make it to Tokyo?
Thanks for the cards y'all! I want to see some sweet pictures when you get back to the States.
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