If i don't go now, when?

I have been SERIOUSLY considering living on the road for quite some time now. I don't know if it should be called "on the road" if I have no car. There are so many reasons I want to do this I'll touch base with them in list form.

• I am tired of looking for dead-end jobs that I will be miserable at for a small amount of money.
• ...which reminds me that I hate feeling controlled by money, or my lack there of.
• I am living on a god damned couch, I am unemployed, I am single and childless, do I have anything to lose?
• I feel detached and depressed in this society.
• I have always said I would travel before settling down.
• I need a change of scenery and a new perspective.
• To be totally cliche I need to find myself.

The thing is, firstly, I don't want to do this alone because for one I am a young girl and it would be scary and, of course, the experience would be less memorable with nobody to share it with.

So, any suggestions, ideas, or nomadic friends near FL looking to "get out" feel free to respond.

 

No. Don't go it alone. I know exactly how you're feeling though. I'm pushing 36 - I've been out touring for short stints - say a week or so, but that only makes the wanderlust worse. I want to just quit my job and go walk the Appallachian trail. Find somebody you know and trust - then do it. Do it before your parent(s) start having health problems.

 

I don't know how soon I'll find a person I know and trust, I was thinking of meeting traveling buddies via the internet. I had a person lined up but I think he flaked out on me.

 

I would love to do this - I'm more or less in a similar situation.

I am beyond tired of being controlled by people around me. I have a bit of a tale to tell. Living under someone is getting really old.

I am in Texas though, and that makes it hard for you to get to know me.

On the bright side, I've saved enough to do something like this without having to worry too much about the necessities.

If you want you can email me at nicocharondo@yahoo.com

 

I may just do that Nicholos! If nothing more, we can at least swap ideas.

 

Just be damned careful. Do some research on hostels - map out a bit of a plan and make damn sure someone knows where you're at and where you're heading to at any given time. I don't think I need to tell you that there are some evil bastards out there. So be damn careful who you trust. I'm not offering, but if you're ever in my neck of the woods and you think you're in a bind - post to my profile and I'll see If I can't help you find a safe place to stay for cheap or nothing.

 

The hardest part of the journey is the beginning..............


fullofbooks i so understand what you mean i am emotionally touched by this post.........

 

living on the road will be one of the best things you can do for yourself. i left home when i was 18 turning on 19 and have been traveling (off and on) for years. with just a backpack and my thumb. it helps if you have a trade or skills to make money on the road. i play music on the streets, and on those rare occasions fly a sign or panhandle. you'll meet A LOT of kids out there who feel the same way as you. seeing as how you're in florida - i'd take a greyhound bus to st.augustine first. that'd be a great town for you to get your feet wet and get introduced to this lifestyle. be careful hitchin thru florida - cops suck there. if you're really interested in the lifestyle, maybe check out squattheplanet.com have fun

 

You are so brave for just picking up and going. I wish I could do that but I feel like I have so many responsibilities and to leave would be cowardly. I know its not, but I can escape that feeling. I should just pick up and go and start enjoying life. This controlled by money idea sucks and it shouldn't be what life's about. Damn those rich people. Especially the ones that inherited everything and can do whatever they want, whenever they want. :-(

 

It comforts me to know so many people feel the same way. I am not quite leaving yet but it is inevitably going to happen, I even broke it to my mom. I don't even live with her now but she's still ...worried. I'll send postcards.

Also, as far as skills I've just got my arts and crafts but I can make a variety of sweet things, jewelry, hats, artwork etc. Perhaps that coupled with being a cute girl will get me where I need to be? Or killed...heh...I need a traveling buddy man.

 

Good luck full, Hope it works out for you. I'm in Atlanta so if you come this way I can at least tell you the areas to avoid? Lot of good folks here but not a friendly city. I'm big into vans, any chance you can pick up an older van that runs good?

 

shit...i don't know if my post went thru but i'll say it again. i'm poor, but i still travel around the world. i camp/squat different places with million dollar views out under the stars and i don't pay a dime. i work when i want. do what i want when i feel like it most of the time. sure i've gotta make some sacrifices and live cheaply but in return i get my freedom......i hate it when people talk about responsiblities this responsibilities that..blah blah blah... what responsibilities do you have? are they really that important and are you truly happy? if not drop them

 

Im gonna be 50 this fall. Over the years iv accumulated resposibilities and obligations and loans to pay on. It makes it very difficult to hit the road. Do it now before you stumble into the same trap most of us have...

 

hey! have you thought of wwoofing? or helpx.net to hopscotch around and meet peeps? there are places all over the world to go to and stay for minimal work..

 

If you go live on teh road be sure to keep in touch with your family so they dont get worried

 

Some of the biggest things in life we reget , is the things we didn't do . The dreams that went and fell by the wayside . Because we let life ,rather others views of life and success that's measured in material possessions and soul stealing jobs influence our views of life .

Peple are so brain washed in society they get bogged down with material garbage and " responsibilities " that many probably most end up angry , isolated and unhappy .

Unless their are children involved the only " responsibility" you have is to yourself .
The cheapest most beautiful things in life are free , and there is a world few have the strength to find . Because it means letting go of the " normal " society they have been brain washed since birth into .

Chart your own course and be your own master of your ship . Let the sheep graze in their man made prisons huddled together yet still alone and lonely . Because they are too scared to be judged by their peers as " different " than the cookie cutter mold most are patterend into . We were NEVER meant to live this way ! Only we ourselves can break our own chains and free ourselves .

Travel the road less traveled and it will make all the differance . Measure wealth in spirit and goodness not material possessions that end up owning the owner . The world is full of these slaves . The " look what I have mentality " , got to keep up with the Jones's .

This fake society has become so unliveable and sad what do you have to loose ? That's not to say life on the road is all sunshine and roses , cause they are dark days there too . It's not easy sometimes , and very unforgiving . and you MUST be careful out there being a young lady . There are some real sick nuts in the world . Yet we can't live our life in fear . Be vigilant of EVERYONE around you .

Life is meant to be lived ! Like the Stevie Nicks song says about life " somtimes it's a bitch , sometimes it's a breeze " !

I wish you all the luck in what ever you decide to do . As long as you walk in light and love all will be well .

Good luck and be safe .

 

yea, what he said ^

 

Im inspired by your awareness my friend :sunny:

 

Still preparing for this journey. It will happen when it feels right. I'm going to "dip my toe in the pool" and start by living on the beach for a weekend or something with a friend and maybe travel for a small while after that. We'll see.

 

hit my up a buddy and i are looking to leave hopefully around the new year ywarpeace@yahoo.com