I am writing from an icy cold state, feeling pitiful and small. I boarded the Trans-Siberian Railway that transported me farther and farther into the unknown. My dream has finally become a reality. Deep within I am thrilled, yet I currently feel only the chill in my toes and a chill of fear in my heart. I have had frightful journey so far with many complications in Russia that deterred me for a while. In an attempt to communicate with the Russian authorities, they mistakenly understood that I worked with machinery and they began insisting that I remain in Russia to help their country progress. They claimed my passport and I could do nothing but wait with uneasiness. I saw such grievous things there which tore at my heart and made me hate communism with all my being.
Just in time, a visitor met me and helped me escape. If it were not for her and another older man, I am certain I would have been detained in Russia forever. Everything of value has been taken from me. I have only my Bible, a trusty teakettle, and the clothes I am wearing.
I am currently the “prisoner” aboard a Japanese ship. Since I had no money, it was my only way to escape communist Russia. Thankfully, the captain has been very kind to me. I cannot wait to arrive in China. It will not be long now!
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