Decision 1: Can I Afford It?

I was laid off from work this year when the historic Sheldon Jackson College closed, where I worked for the past 5 years. Now I was worried that I the trip I'd been planning for so long was beyond my means.

Meanwhile, I've been eking out a living as an artist since. (See my artwork at Tlingit Tribal Art). I also do website work and illustrations for a children's book, Raven House Mouse, for Jan Steinbright, the author.

I'll say again, how my wife has encouraged me to make this dream come true. She persuaded me to "just do it" and worry about money later.
That took care of Decision #1