Things are slowly coming together for a potential trip to North Korea in September to attend the Mass Games. I’ve submitted the necessary documents for my North Korean visa, put down a deposit for the trip, and booked a flight to Beijing (using frequent flyer miles, thank god). So, uh, I guess I’m going, unless my visa is denied. And yes, my parents want to kill me.

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From El Capitan:
Lindsay Lindsay Lindsay.
Be careful. Please.
You’ll have an awesome time, and I’m sure it’ll all be worth it, but please be careful.
Bring back some propaganda posters if you can. Those are fun to have around the house.
Just be careful.
From Lindsay:
I promise I will be careful!