Hey Daniel! Thanks so much for your inspiring message. It really meant a lot and could not have come at a better time...especially from someone whose writing I very much admire! I think your articles are hilarious and make some really good points. Really enjoyed "Budget travelers are hippie scum" piece!

My pleasure. While I was traveling, I figured out what faith is: it's whatever you use to help get up the hill when it starts getting steep. A friend is mainly someone who gives you faith. And we can all use some once in a while...

You'll find your niche, when the bills are getting paid and you have time to do what you love. Anyone who can make it through volcanic eruptions and say "feh, t'warn't nothin'" can make it to the Moment around the corner. =) Be patient.

I'm not worried about you at all. Just stay frosty. You'll get there. =)

Daniel~

P.S. All the above is true unless you're a hippie. In that case, you're screwed. =)