Life...in between living.

In exactly one week from today, I leave for what people have told me will be, “ the trip of a lifetime!” In a lifetime? I hope not!

I hope it’s just the beginning…

At the same time, it feels awkward to allow my self to dream big, scary even.

Instead of worrying, I am deciding to embrace what my gut is telling me. GO.

Many people have done long-term travel. It’s nothing new but for me it’s HUGE. And such a privilege.

Last summer I started trying activities my friend Dustin called, “the bucket list.” Activities and adventures that only the little 8-year-old me watching Star Trek TNG and Xena: Warrior Princess could dream of. Being out in nature, those new activities and adventures struck a serious nerve. They grounded me. Like a live wire inside, that I consciously never knew existed. They kept the lights on the inside during the heavier parts of the year when things felt dark all around.

I found new avenues for joy, within myself and couldn't be more grateful. This trip is getting to know that nerve inside more deeply. The nerve that embraces change willingly instead of fighting it. The nerve that allows me to internally conquer the fear of not knowing what is next. The fear of being happy, and just doing the things I love to do. Let’s go!!!