It’s not often any more that i get to do something major that i haven’t done before. Beyond the great business meetings and connections that my Fellowship is providing, there are core experiences that I’m hoping will stretch me. Others should just be fun.

In the plane, flying First Class, so far, was different.  Lots of Chinese flight attendants, mostly Chinese travelers, announcements in Chinese. You’re given a cool little case with toothpaste, socks etc. The seats go completely horizontal and have a canopy to keep out the light.  Dinner is 5 courses. Old hat for many, I know, but it’s all cool to me.

On the more substantive side, I’ve never traveled so long so far by myself. Or been away from my girls for more than a week. Been in a place where I can’t read a thing. All taken together, I hope to get outside my comfort zone.