July 28, 2001

Our final breakfast then we are on our way home.  There is a hurricane in the Pacific so we're hoping that our flight doesn't get delayed and we're able to get around it and home.  While all of us have enjoyed our time here, we are ready to get home to see our families.

We all enjoyed hearing the tales from those that did the Mt. Fuji climb at breakfast.  Good thing those guys are young!  I have enjoyed getting to know these people and hope I am able to keep in contact with them after this is over.

Sean Hart

Jim Rickman

After breakfast, we gathered the rest of our luggage and headed downstairs to meet the bus to take us to the airport.  Some are staying longer and have had family come in to travel some more.  When all the luggage got downstairs, I wasn't sure if it would all fit or if they'd have to get another vehicle to haul it...but it did.

We got to the airport, through customs, then eventually boarded the plane.  It wasn't as full going back as it had been coming over, so Jim Rickman and I took our 3 seat area and made it two seats so we could stretch out.  As I looked out of the window at Toyko after take-off, I can't help but wonder if I will ever be able to return...I sure hope so!