i quit my job as editor-at-large of a small publishing firm in southeast asia. i have no immediate plans workwise, but i have been thinking about taking time off to travel, paint and maybe write some stories.

i don't even know how i'm going to support myself. money will be tight, savings must not be touched, sacrifices will have to be made.

but i'm also turning fifty next year and if i don't embark on this now, i may never get the chance again. let's say that i will spend the next six months on this wild ride, from september 11, the day after my last day at work.

first on my agenda, secure some sources of income - anything! - just to make sure i'm not going to ask my family for support and that i can continue on the six-month journey!

okay, i'm finally letting go... bon voyage!