man, what a ride, literally and metaphorically. I read every word and purchased the audiobook. We might have a room for you in Berlin although a bit of a stretch. Do reach out...
Love this post. Interesting to read at the end, 'Lots of people are happy to see me on this continent, but no one is telling me they need me here.' — but what if no one needs you anywhere? And besides that, what if 'being needed' is the wrong metric altogether?
I've been mulling a post on regrets of the dying, which always come down to 'I wished I'd lived more for myself,' or 'I wish I'd done more of what I wanted, rather than what others expected of me.' Effectively, those on their deathbed are saying they wish they'd been more self-centered throughout life.
i like your point russell, i actually agree, especially i can see that on a deathbed i´d have the same regrets although i would also say that if i dont feel needed in places i live i can easily become detached and a bit more self-centered which later only evolves into feeling more lonely - as if i didnt belong anywhere and that too, can be something many of us would regret in their last days
Loved this! One day me and my steed will do North America. This summer I cycled from Paris to Lisbon, and I totally connected with what you said about the mock trails of family members and past lovers, out on the road, everything gets turned over a couple of times. For me it was only the first week or so, after that it was pure smooth bliss, my brain just became a joyful place to spend each day. Cycling long distances is a great way to process.
"Lots of people are happy to see me on this continent, but no one is telling me they need me here." uff i felt that . . . all the luck with the application Blake! the old continent will be happy to have you around :)
Beautiful as always! We'll miss you here in North America, but can't doubt the wisdom of your choice, and may come knocking in Europe!
How exhilarating and wonderful! I love it!
man, what a ride, literally and metaphorically. I read every word and purchased the audiobook. We might have a room for you in Berlin although a bit of a stretch. Do reach out...
Love this post. Interesting to read at the end, 'Lots of people are happy to see me on this continent, but no one is telling me they need me here.' — but what if no one needs you anywhere? And besides that, what if 'being needed' is the wrong metric altogether?
I've been mulling a post on regrets of the dying, which always come down to 'I wished I'd lived more for myself,' or 'I wish I'd done more of what I wanted, rather than what others expected of me.' Effectively, those on their deathbed are saying they wish they'd been more self-centered throughout life.
i like your point russell, i actually agree, especially i can see that on a deathbed i´d have the same regrets although i would also say that if i dont feel needed in places i live i can easily become detached and a bit more self-centered which later only evolves into feeling more lonely - as if i didnt belong anywhere and that too, can be something many of us would regret in their last days
What a great read this was, sending all my best wishes for your next chapter and hope to see you in Barcelona whenever you make it back here.
Loved this! One day me and my steed will do North America. This summer I cycled from Paris to Lisbon, and I totally connected with what you said about the mock trails of family members and past lovers, out on the road, everything gets turned over a couple of times. For me it was only the first week or so, after that it was pure smooth bliss, my brain just became a joyful place to spend each day. Cycling long distances is a great way to process.
Amazing! It felt so fun to meet you in Paonia, CO while you were on this adventure
"Lots of people are happy to see me on this continent, but no one is telling me they need me here." uff i felt that . . . all the luck with the application Blake! the old continent will be happy to have you around :)