Around The World

For a while, Sue and I have been talking about taking an extended trip around the world.  But something was holding us back.  It’s probably the usual:  Fear of the unknown; fear of disappointing parents who would rather you have kids and buy a house; fear of losing money or social status. Or maybe it’s money – following your dreams is extensive, no?  These all seem like reasonable thoughts.  Why risk a good career step up for a  year or two without income?  Why go against this grain, throw off great paying jobs in the middle of a recession and “throw” money away on flights and travel?

Now, go watch the opening clip from the movie Up. The movie Up has some great scenes but none of them are as powerful as this one.  Or as illustrative at just how easily life can pass you by, even when you have the best of intentions to make the most of it.  Life is fleeting.  Life is short.  So, ask yourself again, what is really holding you back? Does it still feel that scary.

I’ve decided that what was holding me back – fear, money, social pressure – none of them are strong enough to hold me back from taking a truly life altering trip.  So, starting in November 2011, Sue and I will be leaving our jobs and traveling around the world for a year.  I refuse to be the old man in the movie.  I’m not going to wait around any longer, watching the future go by.

Destinations

For more information, please see our official Travel Site, Always Twirling.