All hope abandon, ye who come here! ;)

Monday was a rather cold, though not yet rainy day. No use painting the door then. I thought. Guess what? Today it's raining.
First thing in the morning, I went to the doctor's, who told me my health was fine, and I was fit to travel. Great!
Then I joined International Youth Hostel Federation (IYHF) online, so I could get cheaper prizes when staying in their hostels. They have great bargains and lots of other offers which will help me save money on my trips.
I checked some more places to be and friendly hosts to visit in Australia, but didn't meet anybody in chat from there. Some nice guy invited me to join him going with the Transsib in January. Brrrrr. Bit cold then. Still it's on the Lonely Planet's Calendar of what to do in January. Australia is recommended for winter, as well. :)
Rubberduk (who still hasn't got the rubber duck Pulina was to give from me) told me about the "International Talk like a Pirate Day" today. Hence the silly title of this posting. See for yourself here. Arrr...