Just before we left for our first snowbird season in the American southwest I was interviewed on a radio show called “Breaking Free” which is all about people who have broken free from the traditional world, from society’s expectations, and have sought out a new life on their own terms. When I listened to some previous recordings of the show I was struck by how everyone’s … [Read more...] about A Reason to Live and the Freedom to Fly (our first snowbird season)
I am changing my life
Breaking Free
Birds of a feather flock together. Or ... do they? This image of different species of wading birds hanging around in a group together reminds me of the variety of folks I meet in my travels. People from different backgrounds with different interests who might not ordinarily meet. But they have one thing in common: a desire to break free and live non-traditional … [Read more...] about Breaking Free
8 Lessons From Life On The Road
Every day is a new lesson when you live on the road and that is one of the most exciting things about it. The anticipation of what is to come. The endless potential and opportunity each day brings. I think the thing I liked the most is simply being excited about the day. Here are 8 lessons I learned combined with 8 of my favourite images I made during my first year as a … [Read more...] about 8 Lessons From Life On The Road
And Now The Benefit Analysis
Last week I gave you the cost analysis of my year long trip around North America. Now it only makes sense to show you the other, much shinier, side of the coin: the benefit analysis. Was it worth it? I don't think I have ever met anyone who went travelling and, regardless of the amount of money they spent, ultimately regretted it. Not one person has ever said that to me. … [Read more...] about And Now The Benefit Analysis
Budget Report: One Year On The Road
All the receipts have been counted. The final numbers are in. I won't leave you in suspense. How much does it cost to RV around North America for one year? $72,417.89 The first and biggest thing that stands out to me about this number is this: I TOTALLY ROCK!! I mean really, $1,100 under budget??? How good am I at budgeting? Woop woop!! For a bit of background you might … [Read more...] about Budget Report: One Year On The Road
I Almost Fell Into The Safety Net
The time is now. The pressure is on. I'm starting to think about the consequences. I took a big risk and spent a bunch of money on the adventure of a lifetime. Along the way I wrote about my adventure, showed the images I made on the blog, and wrote two photography eBooks that I gave away for free to build my audience. Now is the time I have to either make something of it … [Read more...] about I Almost Fell Into The Safety Net