Why Souvenirs?

I've decided to join the world of blogging as a way to keep in touch while I travel around the world this year. I figure it's an easy way to follow my adventures and remember the stories I will encounter along my journey. I called my blog "Souvenirs" partly because it's from a Switchfoot song that I love, and also because my most meaningful souvenirs are never the little trinkets that you can buy but the moments that you never expected, the experiences you can't really describe, the mental pictures that a camera could never do justice to, and the people that you can share all of that with. I want to share all of that with you even if you can not come with me in person, your encouragement has given me the courage to take flight on this exciting adventure. So stay tuned! First stop, Costa Rica!!