Friday, January 24, 2025
Final Leg: The Journey to Buenos Aires The storm had passed, leaving the ocean calmer, but Dmitriy’s mind was more turbulent than ever. The ship’s engines hummed steadily as it cut through the water, inching closer to Buenos Aires. Dmitriy stood at the railing, staring at the endless horizon. The... Sign in to see full entry.
Thursday, January 23, 2025
That Russian Guy Down The Road - Part Twenty Four
The First Storm Unfolds The air grew thick and heavy as the ship pushed deeper into the Atlantic. Dmitriy had noticed the horizon darken during breakfast, the calm waters shifting into restless waves. By mid-afternoon, the winds howled, and the ship’s once gentle sway became a chaotic rocking. The... Sign in to see full entry.
Wednesday, January 22, 2025
That Russian Guy Down The Road - Part Twenty Three
Getting To Know You Dan was returning from the top deck to his room when a young woman’s smile stopped him mid-step. Her expression was warm, yet something in her eyes made him hesitate. She caught up to him with graceful ease, her heels clicking faintly against the metal stairs. “ Are you Dmitriy... Sign in to see full entry.
Tuesday, January 21, 2025
That Russian Guy Down The Road - Part Twenty Two
Back To The Farm Months later, Roger leaned closer to hear Dan’s story, glancing at his new Timex watch. He loved listening to his friend’s journey, but his mom had been adamant—he had to be home by four. He sighed, reluctant to leave. “ What’s wrong, partner?” Dan asked, smiling. Roger hesitated,... Sign in to see full entry.
Monday, January 20, 2025
That Russian Guy Down The Road - Part Twenty
Restless Seas Dan—now “Dmitriy”—spent several days in his cabin, his mind tangled in endless what-ifs. Had his accent drawn attention? Was anyone watching him? Paranoia clung like a second skin. To avoid suspicion, he struck a deal with a young Polish man two doors down, offering him a few French... Sign in to see full entry.
Sunday, January 19, 2025
That Russian Guy Down The Road - Part Nineteen
Setting Sail Dan awoke to a sudden jolt. Blinking away sleep, it took him a moment to realize the ship was finally leaving port. The hull’s soft groaning and occasional bumping as it slipped from its moorings gradually smoothed into the rhythmic motion of open water. He sat up, listening as the hum... Sign in to see full entry.
Saturday, January 18, 2025
That Russian Guy Down The Road - Part Eighteen
All Aboard! For the next two days, Dan walked around the city of Marseille. He had found a nice hotel where he could rest and relax after the last few days of sleeping on the train and having to look over his shoulder constantly. As he left the hotel, Dan asked the hotel clerk where he might find... Sign in to see full entry.
Friday, January 17, 2025
That Russian Guy Down The Road - Part Seventeen
Making It to Marseille Dan woke up a few minutes after the train left the station on the last leg of his trip. After grabbing something to eat, he settled back and looked out the window at the scenery. He recognized several landmarks from his walk through Paris. The Seine River ran through the city,... Sign in to see full entry.
Thursday, January 16, 2025
That Russian Guy Down The Road - Part Sixteen
Finally, Paris! Other than getting up to use the restroom, Dan slept. His dreams had finally settled down to fantasizing about how he would leave Europe and get as far away from Germany as possible. The train made stops in Hannover and then Cologne, but those cities were in Germany, and he had no... Sign in to see full entry.
Wednesday, January 15, 2025
That Russian Guy Down The Road - Part Fifteen
Detained “ I shoved the envelope into my overcoat, unsure what to do next. Eyes were on me. Too many. People had seen him fall, but now they were staring at me—the stranger who crouched next to the body and pocketed something.” A chill ran down my spine when fingers started pointing. Polizei! The... Sign in to see full entry.