Part Two
This trip was always a finite thing. I had estimated (okay, extensively budgeted) that I could travel for just under six months before moving and finding a new job.
The biggest reason for taking this journey was to discover a new way of life, which I had defined as a new place to live and a new career. I knew I needed to see what was out there before I could decide what I was going to do; I felt compelled to experience life beyond my world and beyond the world of everyday normal working society. I felt like I needed to do this to gain perspective and to gain knowledge of both myself and the possibilities that existed.
But what I have discovered has shook me and caused me to rethink all my preconceived ideas of what I want. Because what I have discovered, what I am certain of, is that I want is THIS way of life, this complete freedom to explore, to see and to do. I know that I do not want to be tied to any one location, to a regular job, to an apartment or a house, to anything, because all I want is to keep moving, keep living as I am now, genuinely experiencing the things around me.
And so this is what I have decided to do. At the beginning of November I drove from California back to Rhode Island, donated or gave away most of what I owned, put my important things in storage, gave up my apartment, and left my old life for good. I have been in Florida for over a week now, regaining some inner peace and taking the time to think of where I am going next, literally and metaphorically.
So begins Part Two. I do not know for certain where this journey will take me, though I have some ideas. I am confident however that this is what’s right for me and I have no doubts that my future will be just as rewarding. I look forward to sharing it with you all.
Finally, I would like to thank those of you closest to me who have given me your support and helped me work through what needed to be worked through. I love you and I can’t thank you enough.
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Hope you have a great journey enjoy this bipolar Florida weather, btw its Juanita from harvest!!! Keep living the dream lucky girl!
Thanks, Juanita! It was so nice to meet you! If I’m ever in Fort Pierce again I’ll be sure to stop by!
Best wishes for Part Two of your adventure! Hopefully, you will continue to post pictures of all you see for those like me who live vicariously through your travels.
Thank you so much! I will keep updating the blog though I might do so less frequently for awhile…. I’m so happy you enjoy it!