Hello world of Internets,

So in case you were not aware I recently returned from a trip to the Middle East. Over the course of my travels I visited Turkey, Iraq, Syria, Jordan, Israel and the West Bank. It was a trip of epic proportions which started as a trip to the Mediterranean Coast in Turkey for the World Debate Championships but turned into an adventure.
I've started this blog to be able to share the tales of adventure, intrigue, politics, border crossings, military checkpoints, epic ruins, dead guys from the bible and more with as many people I know.

Over the course of my journey I kept a journal, which will be provide the basis of this blog. I will try to blog more or less every two days, but sometimes life gets in the way, or I get lazy, who knows. Some posts will be about my daily doings and will go over a day I had, or it could be a commentary or relection on something about my journey, who knows some posts will probably be a grab bag. Those of you who know me know that this could be all over the place.

This blog is not only a place for me to put my stories, but also a place for all of you to ask me questions about things, if you want me to delve more into something please feel free to ask me to, I'd be more than happy.

So sit back relax, pull up an overly sweet black tea or beer and enjoy the tales of which I will regale you.