I'm a Millionaire! I'm Rich! I'm Rich!

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July 3rd 2008

Published: July 25th 2008

While I typically set high goals for myself, I didn't think I would achieve this specific milestone while being an unemployed traveler in Laos. Who am I? Midas? Morgan? Maecenas? Well, actually none of them. The only reason it happened is because I was in Laos AND I was only a millionaire in their currency, the kip. Not so impressive as the exchange rate is about $1 for 8,700 kip so for $11... Read Full Entry

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Casey Armstrong

So I write this with the excitement knowing that I leave on my trip tomorrow. As some of you know, I am leaving this trip a little open ended to say the least. Many ask where I am going and to tell you the truth, I am interested in that answer as well. I look forward to the incredible highs, inevitable lows, and everything in between. I can't wait to meet new people and to see those of you that join me along the journey. I want to say thanks to everybody for all of the positivity. You can always contact me through this or at cfarmstrong@gmail.com. I love hearing from everybody and hop... full info

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Nap Time

Mekong Crossing to Champasak

Thunderstorm

I was praying that my camera could catch some lightning. Possibly my favorite hour yet. Thunder and lightning every 0.5 seconds on the river in front of my face pitch black out for an hour with the metal roof shaking like a mini earthquake was in the works and the candles flickering and jumping up and down like they were as excited as I was.

Me in the Storm

After being taught some cool camera techniques, I thought I would try and mess with the long shutter and see if the camera could see me. It was so dark out when the sky wasn't lit, you couldn't see me from where the camera was placed. Looks a little shaky, but I am not the best at sitting still for 15 seconds.

The Road to Vat Phou

The only road in Champasak. We took our bikes. One of many bike excursions.

The Road to Vat Phou

Vat Phou

Loic and me.

Steps to the Top of Vat Phou

"Chevron Station"

I am not joking either. I thought it was a roadside Slurpee shop.

View from my Hammock

In Don Det. So...$2 per night? Ummm...okay.

Done!

After some patience, time, and lessons, I finally conquered that damn cube. Winner...ME!

Countryside in Don Det

One of the 4,000 Islands.

One of the 4,000 Islands.

Rice?

Kind of popular in Asia.

One Man Island

Calm Night in Don Det

Earlier in the day, the wind picked up making the river look like a dusty desert with a palm tree mirage in the distance. A rough storm seemed inevitable. I was waiting for the flying cows, water buffalo, pigs (three different ones), and Toto to whip by.

25th July 2008

Your favorite Aunt
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Missed your updates!
Hi Case! We've missed the updates...although I talked to Kathy and she explained the computer situation...none floating down the river with you? Your trip sounds absolutely incredible! Keep sending the updates so we can live vicariously through you and stay safe! Make good choices! we love you!!!

28th July 2008

Aunt Jo
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Relieved,impressed and happy!
Hi Casey, I enjoy so much your trip commentary because it is funny, informative, and well-written. Yay SC! I am relieved that you are safe and definitely gotten the hang of the travel thing, impressed by your stories and photos, and happy that you are having this incredible experience. We did miss you at Court's wedding-you, Haylie, and Alice were our only missing family, and all of us wish you had been there. She and Byron had a terrific wedding weekend and fly to Taihiti on Monday, 7-28. Keep having fun and storing up those memories, love and kisses, one of your other favorite aunts, Aunt JO

20th January 2009

Taylor
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SOOO MUCH FUN
...RIDICULOUS. Ridiculously fun. Ridiculously crazy. Ridiculously unsafe. Tad Lo Waterfall Tad Lo Waterfall Near Salavan. Ridiculously worth visiting. Ridiculously ridiculous. I LOVE YOUR COMMENT BRO. I THINK WE DID THAT TUBING 2 TIMES.

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