A few week I had been doubting if I should travel again. Work is busier than ever before and life is very comfortable most of the time. And it’s exactly that second point that motivated me to start looking at flights again. Being in the comfort zone is nice, it’s easy. You know what to expect mostly from the days and weeks to come. The routine makes it relatively predictable. And how much I enjoy that, part of me longs for adventure. To be wild and free. Perhaps not too wild, but at least going on a long roadtrip again.
When I have my doubts about traveling, I picture myself behind in a car on the American roads. One hand on the wheel, radio on and enjoying the wide scenery. To me that’s ultimate freedom.
When I asked the client of one of my biggest current jobs if it would be okay with them if I’d work remote for part of the job, she immediately responded excitedly: “Absolutely, go for it!” For me that was the biggest confirmation that it’s okay to go again.
On a Sunday morning not much after that I looked online and saw a great deal for a flight and good price for a rental car. I gave it a bit more thought and on Monday morning I booked both of them. As tradition I called my mom first to tell the exciting news. I know she doesn’t always like it when her children are on the other side of the world, but nevertheless she’s always happy for me when I have a trip to look forward to.
The trip is still a while away, but I’m starting to get excited. I pulled a few travel books from the shelf and want to do some road trip planning in the coming weeks. There are a few places I always love to see, like Highway 1 and my favorite coffee place Pannikin in California, the Rocky Mountains in Colorado and my grandma in Montana. Besides that I like to visit some of my American friends and discover new places. Thinking about it all puts a smile on my face and makes me forget about the reasons that try to hold me back. This morning I read an interesting quote saying “Do not allow your comfort zone to become your cage” and I found that such a powerful truth. Nothing wrong with being comfortable for a while, but I think it’s also important to remember that life was meant to be a great adventure. At least, that’s how I see it.
Booked
