If you’ve been reading my blog and following my tweets lately, this won’t come as a big surprise. So I’ll get right to the point: I’m changing my life. I have decided not to wait. I want a change and it isn’t going to come to me on its own. I have to make it happen.
For the past 15 years I have been working in software and paying off my mortgage as quickly as possible. Not that I am all work and no play, there has been some traveling and boating in there too. But mostly working and putting all my effort into the house. And now it’s gone. I sold it. Goodbye house. You’ve been good to me but it’s time to move on.
What brought all this on? It is in no small part due to the death of a friend who lost his life far too soon. Not someone I got to see very often, but someone who impacted my life. Ron Harris. Ron inspired me by always living his dream. He didn’t wait for some mythical time in the future. He always did what he wanted to do. At his “celebration of life” his young daughter told us to plan our dream and live it now.
Here is the plan: I got rid of many of my possessions, I sold my house, I am buying an RV and am going to spend at least a year traveling throughout the United States, with my fiance, with the goal of photographing as many of the National Parks as I possibly can.
Hmm, that sentence doesn’t seem as long or weigh enough as it should. This is a major mid-life crisis we’re talking about here folks!
The reason I bought the house in the first place is because I wanted a dog in my life and a dog needs a yard. The first love of my life, my beagle Oscar, is now 14.5 years old! And that is why I am limiting my travels to North America in an RV so he can come too. I cannot leave my special guy in the last years of his life. And of course, there is Angelina, my wonderful fiance Ray’s dog. She just turned 8. The beagles introduced us 🙂
I am hoping that photographing the National Parks will be a big boost to my portfolio and will help me launch a career in photography and writing. It is what I have always wanted to do. But back in my 20’s I decided I didn’t want to be a starving artist so I ended up in software. My plan was always to return to photography and writing and that is what I am doing now.
So now I need your advice. All you travel photographers and bloggers out there, do you have any advice for me? Is there something I can do before I leave to help? Should I try to contact magazine editors now? Or will I get in trouble for “working” in the USA (I’m Canadian)? Maybe I should just blog and photograph and try to make something out of it when I get back.
I’m excited and terrified at the same time. It feels good.
Wow,Anne, that is a change! Good for you! I would just love to do a trip like that (but my horse won’t fit in a camper and I am not quite ready to give her up 🙂 ). Best of luck on your journey and when you come to New England let me know!!!
Hi Beate, yes travelling is much more difficult when our pets are involved. Hmm, maybe you could ride your horse across America! Wouldn’t that be something. Maybe that’s animal cruelty, I’m not sure! It’s hard enough with my old man beagle. I’m going to get a geography education out of this, that’s for sure. When I get to New England it would be wonderful to get together and you can show me the local sites. Thanks for your comments.
Congratulations on this monumental decision. I wish you the best and cant wait to see what comes of it!
Hi Jesse, I can’t wait to see what comes of it too! Thanks for your comment.
Good luck, Anne. That is huge. Maybe you could reach out to David DuChemin and pick his brain because he is currently doing the same thing.
If you have the time and energy to try to drum up some sponsorships or some writing gigs then more power to you, but if you don’t really need the money right away then you could just use that time to re-charge your batteries and just focus on the photos.
Hi Richard,
I have been following David DuChemin actually after having read his fabulous book Vision Mongers. Funny when he started his trip I had no idea I would be doing a similar thing, it hadn’t even occurred to me yet.
I think I will start off by just getting in the habit of writing consistently and then try to put some stories together for submissions.
Thanks for your comments.
Congratulations! I don’t have any advise, just my wish that you enjoy this year (which I’ sure you will) and come with more amazing photos!
Maybe one advise: Keep everybody up to date on where you are so can meet other photographers along the way. Locals can show a place better than anybody, and if it is a photographer even better…
No National Parks near my house, but let me know if you come across Michigan…
Thanks Matea! I am hoping to meet up with fellow photographers along the way and keep the blog up to date with stories and photos from my travels. Since I dont know when I will be where, I will probably post here and tweet/facebook when I am in a state to find out who wants to show me around 🙂
Anne:
I was just “introduced” to you by a friend of mine who must follow you. Don’t know if she knows you first hand.
Anyway, your story intrigues me as I was just laid off and find more pleasure in taking/processing pictures than looking for a job.
I need to go look at more of your posts, but your story so far is so inspiring.
laf
Hi Lissa, thanks for visiting the blog. It makes me happy that you find my story inspiring! I know it sounds cliche to “follow your dream” and all that, but I have found it amazing how many new opportunities have shown themselves since I changed my life. All the pieces just started falling into place and I knew I was on the right track. I hope you find your track too. I’m sorry you got laid off that’s gotta suck. But maybe if what you really enjoy is photography and post-processing there is something there you could move in to. I checked out your blog, nice! Why not start up your own businesses helping other people design newsletters or something along those lines? Well I hope you keep in touch and don’t hesitate to contact me if you have any questions or just want to chat.
OK, first and foremost, CONGRATULATIONS Anne! The realization is the first and most important step and you’re obviously well past that! Life is terribly short my friend. All we have is the now. You can’t change the past, it is what it is. The future is yet unwritten, it will be what you make of it. My father was a professional accountant his entire life. He spent his whole adult life pining over the missed opportunities to become a freelance photographer. He was really good, good enough to have done well at it. He never did. His last year or two, him and I spent a lot of time getting him a new DSLR camera. When he passed, I got this camera and it is the cornerstone and foundation of Toad Hollow Photography. My fathers dreams live through us now. Take this chance, you will never look back. I wish I had something more concrete to share with you beyond this “call to action”… have faith, it will work out! We’re absolutely thrilled for you!
Hi Mr. and Mrs. Toad 🙂
Yes, I think I have spent too much time dreaming of a change and thinking about how I would like things to change in an ideal world, but not doing enough to make it happen. Now things are forced to change!
I’m glad you have taken the inspiration from your father and really made a go of photography. You two are now an inspiration for others. I am always impressed by your photographs of things I see every day and didn’t think to photograph myself. Your shots are going to be the ones in the history books when people look back and want to know how a place used to look.
Thanks for your comments and encouragement.
This is some exciting news to read. First, congrats on making this move to follow your passion! I wish you all the best in the coming year. Plan for the worst, yet hope for the best.
Such an awesome thing to pursue!
Thanks Chris! It is an awesome thing to pursue! I’m not sure how successful I will be, but the important thing is the life lessons I will get along the way. I’m sure I wont regret that.
Wow, what a bold move! Wish I could offer you more encouraging words but you have a huge difficult task ahead of you. Since the advent of dIgital cameras and especially the internet it’ been a rough ride for most professionals. Right now is not the greatest time to start a career in nature/outdoor photography. On the plus side there is always room exceptionally creative photographers, plus you also write which really helps! Good luck and enjoy tour travels!
Thanks for your comments Alan. Photography is a difficult biz, but I figure visiting all (or many) of the national parks will not hurt and it will be worth it just for the experience.
Congratulations Anne! That sounds like it will be an awesome trip. I would love to do something like that someday as well.
I love Beagles. My family had two growing up and they were always “interesting”. When we had an RV for a summer one of our Beagles loved to stand with one leg on each of the front armrests and watch where we were going. For hours on end.
When I cross into the US for day trips and say my purpose is photography I always get a lot of questions about being a professional and if I am going to try to sell the photos later. I never know how to answer these questions – and getting into a philosophical debate with a border guard over what constitutes a “professional” is not a good idea. I would love to know the answers concerning implications for photography by Canadians in the US though. It is a question that you should figure out before you leave.
Congratulations again! When are you embarking on your exciting trip?
Hi Michael,
Beagles are definitely “interesting” 🙂 We know we cannot take them off leash anywhere or the nose goes to the ground and the legs start running. Well, my old man doesn’t move too fast anymore.
From the comments I have received so far, it seems it is best to be an amateur when you cross the border. A gear-head amateur!! Same goes for buildings with security guards. It’s amazing the things you are not allowed to photograph anymore (according to the security guards, who teaches them the law I don’t know).
We have to be out of the house at the end of May so if we manage to get our affairs in order by then we should be leaving in June!
Oh Anne 🙂 I am massively excited for you! Get it girl! And come see me 🙂 I will drag you all over Rocky Mountain National Park 🙂
Heather, I would love love love it if you showed me around Rocky Mountain National Park, that would be amazing. You’ll be getting a call from me!
Anne, I’ve sent you a tweet but after reading this blog post I really feel for you in this adventure. We are also dog lovers and are planning to travel in Canada, after getting our residency visa in a few months. No doubt we will find ourselves a doggie travelling companion along the way. People ask us where will we live and I say not sure but probably west coast BC. Would love to keep in touch with you. My partner is an illustrator, hoping to get work in Canada with this, or else Walmart !@!!@**.
I wish you all the very best in your travels and following your passion, joy, being in your element.
Linzi 🙂
Hi Linzi,
How exciting for you to be coming here! Living on Vancouver Island is great and I highly recommend it. There are many wonderful places to visit. The island is large and everything you need is here so you don’t have to worry about travelling on ferries to the mainland. Thanks for your comments and I wish you the best of luck too!
Hi Anne! I just happened to stumble onto your blog and am in love. I first came across your top 10 of 2010 and since i saw the picture Gates of the Valley, Yosemite i havent stoped thinkinig about it.
My name is Lindsey and i am only 18 years old but i love photography. I think it is great what you are doing i wish i can and now i want to travel and get amazing pictures from those journeys more than ever. You are an inspiration. I am not a photographer by any means i dont have the best cameras and certainly dont take as good of pictures like you, but hopefully one day i will. =) I am looking to buying a better camera do you have any sugestions for a starter ? Thanks and good luck!!!!
Hi Lindsey,
Awww, shucks *blush*. Thank you for your very kind comments!!!
I cannot recommend travelling highly enough. I did a huge trip when I was 24 and I came back a different person. I had so much more confidence in myself and knowledge of the world. It is the absolute best thing you can do to become a well rounded educated person. Go go go!! Don’t wait for someone else to go with and don’t be afraid of being alone, you will meet as many people as you want by staying in youth hostels.
My friend Dan Bailey wrote an article in the Photoletariat today that may be useful regarding choosing a camera.
http://thephotoletariat.com/which-digital-camera-should-i-buy/
But really gear is just gear. Of course, I love camera gear, but in the end it doesn’t really matter, they are just tools. It is vision that matters. But if I were you I would probably buy a Canon T3i 🙂
I really appreciate your kind words, it is so great to know I can inspire others. Keep in touch!
That is fantastic, Anne. Congrats on making the commitment and taking the first big step (selling the homestead, which cannot be easy).
I tried to do a mini version of your big trip in my late 20s but was only partially successful, spending about a month+ on the road and not getting as many great shots and vistas as I’d hoped for. But having a camper and your better half along for the trip (I presume) makes it a lot easier in the sense that you won’t have “someone back home” waiting for you to come back all the time, etc. You can just get in the vehicle and roll… any direction you guys want.
With all adventures like this, finance is the biggest obstacle IMO, and being tethered to a home and family (especially in this economy with the housing bust) is the second. You have a rare opportunity that most will never position themselves for, because of the above-noted reasons. That you have a good situation built up financially and sold your home so you can afford to hit the road with a camper is more than half the battle, so I have no doubt you’ll do great!
Thanks Dan,
That was one thing that solidified our decision: we are both self-employed and do not have children so there is really nothing holding us back. In that regard we are lucky to have this opportunity. We had already been thinking of moving to a smaller town, so doing a trip like this between houses makes it easier as well. Also, the real estate market is supposed to crash here pretty soon (we are almost guaranteed to follow whatever happens in the states) so I think it is a good time to get my money out while I can. It is a rare opportunity and I know how much more difficult it would be if I was leaving family and a house behind.
I’m sure you will get another chance to go on an adventure like this in your future. The circumstances have to be right to make the most of it.
Thank you very much for your comments and encouragement!
Congratulations!! Not just on the upcoming trip, which will be something you’ll never regret, but for mustering the courage to take that step. I’m excited just thinking about everything you’ll get to see–I hope you can find time to blog about it a lot so that we can enjoy your adventures, too. I’m in the habit of dashing up to Yosemite and similar places at a moment’s notice, so drop me a line when you wander near that park (or Death Valley, or Big Sur, or anywhere else in California), and perhaps we can meet up sometime. Blessings on your travels, and happy shooting!
Hi Robin,
You have such a great location being able to dash up to Yosemite!! I loved my trip there in September and it would be awesome to go up there during different weather conditions.
I am planning on blogging along the way. I am taking my iMac and we’ll get one of those internet sticks for the occasions we don’t have wifi. Usually when I travel I don’t process photos along the way so I’m going to have to change that habit or it will take me years to catch up!!
Not sure yet, but I think we’re going clockwise around the states so I might not get to California for almost a year, but you can bet I’ll be calling you for a tour 🙂
Congrats on following your dreams. It’s a very courageous decision. I look forward to the images and stories of your travels.
Anyways, a little story that possibly relates to “working” in the USA. I know a Canadian gentleman who has a friend living in Blaine, WA. The American had contracted his Canadian friend to build a house for him. The Canadian was only supervising the job. He hired local tradesmen and used local suppliers. Upon noticing many travels to the USA, the border guards gave the Canadian a difficult time and turned him back to Canada for “working in the USA without a green card”.
So, I can see how what you and David DuChemin are doing is probably a grey area regarding “working” in the USA. Even if your blog is monetized and you blog from the states, is that “working” from the USA? You should definitely do some homework.
Very excited for you, please keep us posted any new developments.
Hi Chris,
Yes some research is required on this front. But thanks to all my photog friends the answers are coming in!! From what I understand, I can make money from a Canadian company, but not an American company. Hmm I wonder what happens if a Canadian is writing/photographing in the USA and sells to a European company? Anyway, I would be lucky to sell anything at all!!! But it is good to know. Hopefully by the end of this I will have such a killer portfolio that people will be coming to me, haha.
Thank you very much for your comments.
Anne,
I did exactly what you’re planning to do a few years ago. You’ve made a great decision; it will be the best year of your life!
I could offer tons of advice, drop me a line if you have specific questions about living/photographing on the road for that long. If you browse back through my blog (approx Oct 2008-Oct 2009) you can see what I got up to on the trip.
Have fun planning and anticipating!!
cheers,
Ethan
Hi Ethan!
Hey, I recognize you! You’re the guy on the outhouse in Outdoor Photography, LOL, who could forget that. Ok, I definitely want to pick your brain about some stuff, so I will be emailing you directly. I looked through some of your blog posts from the beginning of your trip. They are awesome, I have my reading material cut out for me!! What you did is exactly what I want to do so I am lucky to be able to learn from your experiences. And now I have some Singh-Ray filters on my wish list too 🙂
Thank you so much for your comments and offer of advice. I’ll email you soon.
I love what you are doing. I have dreamt of doing the same thing – getting rid of everything and pursuing my dreams of travel and photography. I can’t wait to see what you produce, and wish you all the best.
Thank you Deanna, it is all pretty scary and it’s happening so fast. The people who bought my house made an offer the 2nd day it was on the market and the whole thing was all wrapped up by the 9th day. We have to be out by the end of May so we have a bit of time to organize everything, but I bet that is going to go by fast too.
Keep in touch!
Congrats Anne, this is amazing stuff. I am really happy for you and wish you all the best in your endeavours. I hope you will continue to tell your story on the blog as you go along what I am sure will be a great adventure!
Hi Younes,
Thanks for your comments! I am planning on keeping the blog up to date with stories and photographs from the trip. I am going to have to get in the habit of processing photos on the road. Usually I just store them and process them at home but that isn’t going to work this time.
Hi Anne,
This is awesome. What a fun way to see the states. Perhaps when you’ve ‘sailed the highways of America’ the high seas would be the next adventure.
Good luck,
Andy
Hi Andy,
I hope so! My fiance is not into boating as much as I am, but I think if I had a bigger better boat, like a nice Nordic Tug 42, he might change his mind. I would love to go by boat up the coast of BC to Alaska one day. I would probably try to do that first except it is hard with the dogs. But doing the RV thing is going to be a great adventure and hopefully comfortable at the same time.
Wow that’s fantastic – sending my best wishes your way Annie. Something I’d love to do myself, if I could ever get up the nerve! A well-deserved congratulations – looking forward to seeing all the fruits of your labor!
Best of luck,
Brian
Hi Brian,
I have seen some great places in your portfolio so I think you have the nerve to do it!! I admit though it is scary to leave my old life behind, but it is more scary to think of doing the same thing for my whole life.
Thanks for your comments and wishes.
Congratulations! You have my envy. I have invested the past 20 yrs in a tech career because of similar reasons. I dont think there is a day that goes by where I don’t think “what if?”. It is a scary thing. I think about how my current job provides better future financial security and how much i have invested to get this far. It allows me to buy equipment I need and travel to some cool places. But am I happy (the obvious question )? As far as my job, it is hard to say. I am not miserable. I also know I would not be able to travel a lot like many togs do. So I remain in a holding pattern. I know what it is like to face disease and have young friends die. But I have not yet been able to come to a clear choice in the path I should follow. Best of luck Anne. What you are doing is inspiring!
Hi Mark,
I completely understand. Working in tech allowed me to make enough money that I could afford to buy camera gear and travel. Which ironically I might not be able to do if I was a photographer. It’s a tough choice. I still think I made the right decision way back when because I like money. I know that probably doesn’t sound good, but it’s nice to not have to worry about being in debt. Debt is the worst for me stress-wise. Although the last few years have not been great in the tech industry. Hopefully I am selling my house at the right time so I’m not loosing money there.
I think it is important to find the balance that is right for you. One thing that makes the decision a little easier is knowing that when I return I will still be young enough to make more money. It’s just money. When I asked myself if I were to die tomorrow would I be happy with my choices and the answer was no.
Please keep in touch. I’ll be watching your blog and following your adventures too!
Wow, Anne! Good for you :^)
When you cross the border, you are a photo enthusiast, not a photographer! They can be stickler at US customs, never say you are going to work there. You are allowed to work for a Canadian client in the US, not an American one though.
If you have any questions, email me or we can skype if you’d like.
This is gonna be great!
Hey Ken, thanks for commenting! It’s great to hear from you because when I asked myself who I know that is doing what I want to do you were the first to come to mind! Ok, well I don’t *know* you, but well enough to ask for advice 🙂
Not only are you a wildly successful travel photographer, but I really admire your work and you’re Canadian so you know the ins and outs of doing business here and outside of Canada.
Thanks for the offer, I’ll email you directly very soon 😉
Hi Anne
I have no advice as far as the photography goes but I just want to let you know that since you’re following your heart and your passion, things will work out for you. You are taking a leap of faith and you’ll be rewarded in ways you have no idea of and the right people will be brought into your life at the exact moment you need them. If you need to be reminded of this, read the Power of Intention by Wayne Dyer or Inspiration: Your Ultimate Calling.
Best of luck and I look forward to seeing your pictures! By the way, your dogs are adorable 🙂
Rhonda
Thank you Rhonda, I really appreciate your words of encouragement. I have never read Wayne Dyer, but I have seen him on TV and he is an inspirational speaker.
The dogs really are cute, aren’t they? The old man is exactly twice the size of the little girl.
Anne I highly recommend this action, I have taken the time more than once over the years to do pretty much the same thing and it is a real eye opener. The best part is the dogs are going with you. If you get across the water here to Port Townsend call or stop in and I’ll fill you in on the best of the western parks and what to look for. I can only help with those since I don’t cross the Big Muddy River, but I do know the ones on this side of it real well. Best of light in the whole adventure it is well worth it.
Dear Anne,
Good for you! I’ve changed careers five times and each, in the final analysis, was a good move! Good to have a fiance who will join in the adventure!!!! I think that too many of us are afraid of the “unknown”, but the lesson in taking a leap is that you find out how resilient you are and how challenges are what make life fun and challenging. I get bored easily…so, I’m a big proponent of taking on new things. It helps to have some financial security…especially now when I’m “a woman of a certain age” (and since I can’t remember how old that is supposed to be….I might be older than that!), but when you still believe you have some life ahead of you…it’s great to push the boundaries and “reinvent” or at least augment! Best to you. Keep me posted!
Awesome, awesome, awesome! Congrats!! Just take care of my big brother and my beagle niece and nephew – Auntie Kim is depending on Skype! xo
Wow Anne! I think what you are doing is awesome. Just a few things that you might do to promote yourself. There is an on line organization called Meet-Up. They have groups for almost everything you can think of. They have multiple Photography groups in virtually every city, with regular meetings. These meetings often have guest speakers. You might try to hook up with some of these groups and give presentations as you come thru their area.
They also have some really popular beagle Meet Up groups. Between the two audiences you could probably get a big following. Also, as you are traveling the National parks don’t forget to get pictures of your beagles in some unique areas or poses. You could put together a book on “Traveling the National Parks with my dog” or “A Beagles view of the National Parks” etc. There are many different angles that you could do this from.
I have a lot more ideas for you but I would have to call you, as it takes too much time to write them down.
There is no problem with you being a Canadian. We welcome Canadians down here and see it as flattering that you are traveling thru the National Parks for your photography. Many of us have only seen a few National Parks and I think it awesome that you will be our “eyes” for the parks that we have never seen. I can see several different books coming out of this. You just have to plan ahead, write down your plans and be flexible. In the meantime, calendars, card companies and magazines can serve you well as a source of income.
This is WONDERFUL Anne. Seems that the timing is perfect for you to be doing this as well. I applaud you!
In addition to Deri’s suggestions above, don’t forget to photograph your metal detector collectables and treasures (if you guys are still pursuing that).
Your journalistic/writing and photography skills will bring a lot to the table with the many interests you have to pursue.
I have a feeling that something very unique will be coming out this positive Life Change!
Hi Anne,
We are excited for you about this upcoming trip and adventure. Have a grand time, and get those fabulous photos. Keep in touch! We do not twitter, or facebook, so it will have to be by e-mail, but we would love to hear how the trip is going, once you get on your way.
Wow! This is indeed a huge – no, I mean HUGE – life change, Anne. I’m envious, excited and quite frankly, I’m proud of you. I know that might sound silly but it takes soooooo much heart to follow through on such ambitions and it thrills me to know that you’re embarking on such an amazing adventure. I can’t wait to read about your travels and see all of your amazing images. Please…do come to Moab and visit us. I’ve got a few places around here I’d love to show you. 🙂
all we can do in this life is choose how we can best use the time we have.
I hope I can do something like this one day too, good luck in your adventure
Anne, after my trips in the last 3 weeks, I finally sat down and read this entry, your announcement which you made on my birthday. 🙂
Congratulations on making the big leap! I’m really looking forward to the RV-trip of your life through the national parks. With what you’ve photographed thus far, I am sure your portfolio is going to leap forward with the opportunities which await you.
In 2002 at 57, after planning only 6 months, I solo backpacked from Mexico to Canada along the Pacific Crest Trail for just under 5 months. I was tired of all my lifelong fears having power to make me chose road B rather than road A. It was life changing in ways I could never have imagined thinking about doing it.
When a desire as strong as you now have comes, just go for it and know you will be gifted too. The thing is we never know what the gift is until after.
I’m so envious of your life change.
“If I’m in the right spot, right things come.”
Best to you.
Linda “Gottago”
I just found you through Unbrave Girl, saw your most recent post on sucky photographs and recognized the last photo of the Oak Bay Marina…you’re from Victoria…where I just last week moved from…to Calgary…i know 😉 Anyway I was looking around your blog and found this post and I want to encourage you. In June2009 my partner and I set out for a one year around the world journey…it was the best decision I have ever made. Your reasons sound similar to mine…life was passing me by and friends/colleagues were passing away…what was I waiting for? Making the decision is the hardest part…the rest is easy..well relatively easy anyway. I don’t regret it one bit and find I am stronger, freer, more powerful and more confident than I could ever have imagined. Taking hold of your dreams does that to you! I hope you will blog about your journey…I will be following along!! Cheers!
How did I miss this the first time around?! I gathered what was happening from some of your Tweets, but I never saw this until now. Doh.
Congrats, Anne, you’re doing exactly what I want to do if I ever get the chance. (Except I don’t know if it would be a year – I might just never come back. Heh.) You will have an amazing experience, I have no doubt, and kudos for taking the plunge.
Jump in with both feet, make a big splash, and (as difficult as it’s likely to be to find decent internet access on the road) please keep in touch with the rest of the photo world and let us know how you’re doing / what you’re up to. I know I’ll be interested to get on-the-road reports.
Live it!
Anne, I don’t know you and I come from a far away land but I want to encourage you and look up to you for a such endeavor. I think what your doing is amazing and I could one day take your steps.
you are gifted with such a fear that I really need one some day.
Go and LIVE IT!
Anne, congratulations on your big change! I wholeheartedly support what you’re doing, having done the same thing. I used to work as a software consultant for the major computer vendors until I ‘made the change’ back in 1994. I would never go back to that.
The only worthy advice I’d have to offer is to just relax, avoid planning, take a few deep breaths when needed, and make Change the motto for your new adventures. Everything will change. Everything *always* changes. Celebrate that, and just see where things takes you next. In a sense, as you’re going down the river, simply let go of the tiller.
We should all live as you’re doing. The world would be a better place.
Best wishes,
Rob
Hi,
last comment seems to be May last year.
Are you still having your adventure?
I’d love to go “on the road” in my caravan but the UK is a bit smaller than the USA and I’d end up back home in no time.
Have fun.
Peter
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GO NOW Anne!
Before it’s too late!
My lovely Kristin passed away in July and now I can’t go anywhere as I get to thinking “I should be going there with her”.
She wanted to go to Scotland and the only time we went there was to buy my car and come straight back.
I dare not go there now, as I will spend all my time there crying, as I am doing right now, writing this.
Go with your loved one, Anne and have fun, while you can.
Don’t let your regrets be “we didn’t go there”.