"7 June 1993, World: Nexus, Location: Unknown. "Wherever the Imperial Governor dropped me, it certainly is an interesting place. The life here seems to the blending of many different worlds, some I am familiar with, others I have never seen. This presents a fantastic opportunity to continue my studies of Chan-Da'all and her teachings. "The flora is about normal for this altitude and terrain. There are several different types of broadleaf trees and a mix of needle-bearers. I have managed to identify several different songbirds, also. Nothing I did not expect. "It is the smaller plants that amaze me. I only know about one in ten. Incredible, especially considering how well such types cross dimensional boundaries. Wherever I am, it is certainly far from home. "I suppose it would be prudent of me to keep some records of this journey. My companions will be interested. At the very least, I want to leave a legacy for the Lasy Ellen if I should fall. "Dawn of the Sixth found me on the banks of a moderately large river. {margin note: the Ceruputhon, I later learned.} Up in the mountains like this, I had no problem making my way along the bank. I spent a good 10 hours trekking along without incident, covering perhaps 25-30 miles. "Today was a little more exciting. I spotted several types of wildlife, including several dear and a black bear. Unfortunately, the deer were too skittish for my approach. But the bear and I observed each other for nearly half an hour while we went about the business of lunch. Luckily, the blueberry patch was large enough for both of us. Chan-Da'all truly smiled upon me today. "It is nightfall now. Something is amiss behind me. As I make my way further along the river, the land behind me falls silent. This may mean nothing, but the area I have now entered grows grimmer with each passing mile. Dead-falls and scrub brush abound. It becomes more and more difficult to follow the river bank. Today, I only managed about 12-14 miles in 10 hours. I will have to move inland tomorrow." -----