August 25, 2025

Day 2 in Kyoto, Japan - We decided to do another private van tour to cover a lot of ground in Kyoto.

Our first stop was the Tenryu - Ji Temple ( Temple of the Heavenly Dragon) and grounds.  Built in 1339 and is the head temple of the RInzai Zen Buddhist, which are still active here today. I went into the temple, but no photos were allowed, so in lieu of drawing the CLOUD DRAGON  painted on the ceiling, I found this photo on a sign post.

Next was the towering bamboo grove in Arashiyama where we ran into Jimbo & Anna.

L to R above- Jimbo, Anna, Me, Bosco, Sherrie, Bob & Sarah.

Our Third stop was the Golden Palace or Kinkakuji Temple.  Built in 1397 as a retirement villa for the shogun Ashikaga Yoshimitsu. After his death the villa was converted into a Zen Buddhist Temple. The original building a blend of Japanese and Chinese architecture was destroyed in 1950 by arson of a deranged monk and was rebuilt in 1955. The top two floors covered in gold leaf symbolize purity and enlightenment. Maybe I need enlightenment on the dangers of Caterpillars?

IN THE AIR - literally and for real

By Pat Patrick • November 4, 2026
October has been a bit of a blur! My last post from Thailand , was about medical treatment and I'm happy to report all good; pathology negative and I'm healing nicely. What I haven't posted about, is what has been going on in the background of my fantastic voyage around the world . You have probably already seen a lot of news coverage and social media post and sorry I have done none. I have been busy weighing options, the logistics ( visas ugh! ) and gathering my things: organizing, weighing, purging, repacking, weighing again and flying. Below is my attempt of the short version, from my point of view and a map of area (and my quick stops) for reference.

Pattaya, Thailand - My healthcare

By Pat Patrick • October 23, 2026
This Blog is more than a journal of my travels around the world, it's a major memory tool for me in documenting all the events along the way. You often ask me how we take care of medical things, as we travel non stop and today is a perfect example. A fellow resident had posted on one of our WhatsApp groups ( this is the main way we all- residents, crew and stateside support all communicate ) that she had an excellent contact for anyone looking to get medical appointments in the Pattaya / Bangkok area.

Off the Coast of PATTAYA, THAILAND

By Pat Patrick • October 20, 2026
Off the coast of Pattaya, Thailand a talented and dedicated group of residents, the Odyssey Troubadours , performed A Night of Broadway for the enjoyment of all the other residents and senior staff on board. The group of 20 performed, 15 Broadway songs that had some special Odyssey edits, personalizing them to our journey. We loved it ! Such a clever, talented and fun loving group. I was upfront and focused on getting candid pictures of the talented cast.