I am about to enter the unknown. Actually, two unknowns.
For the first time in almost half a century (junior year abroad in Spain), I will embark alone to a never-before-visited land.
And, for the first time ever, I–endowed with the technological savvy of a slime mold–will send back messages of my journey through this blog site.
These early posts will be akin to a restaurant’s soft opening, imperfect drafts to share with friends and relatives, curious acquaintances, and the occasional adventurous browser who somehow stumbles upon them within the vast realm of the World Wide Web.
All are welcome.
The posts will mix notes from my trip to Chile with snippets of nature, history, culture, books, and my novel-in-progress, the reason I give for going there.
Thanks for joining me.

This is very interesting!
Thank you!
Hello Kathryn I’ve always loved your writing style. These blogs are no exception and I’ve been drawn into your adventure! Looking forward to more if your insights as you continue your journey.
So nice to connect from a place far away and a time long ago. I look forward to getting there and having some insights to give!
Kathryn, I will be traveling right alongside you, vicariously! What an adventure. I love the blog so far, and will continue to comment.
I can’t wait to see your site, but right now I’m struggling with my own!
Hi Kathryn, well I am joining this blog a bit late – since you left we’ve been to Spokane and San Antonio (to visit Doug’s brother. But I’m going to get caught up on this tomorrow! Just browsing through has piqued my interest!! So I’ll be in touch!
Great! I wonder if John has read any of these …