I'm in bed again, but this time with a heated mattress pad that my wonderful parents surprised me with. Starting to feel pretty nervous about my trip. I've read countless 'solo female traveller' articles and mainly I think I just need to be aware and smart... a lot of women do it and I know I will meet friends.

This whole blog thing is still feeling new, of course. I need to remind myself to not use it as a super personal journal... you guys do not want to read my personal journal.

Just thought I'd share my fears of late. I worry that they'll only increase - until I'm on European soil and making friends.