Time to Fly

Well, as the sun sets on California one last time for me on this trip I can't help but feel bittersweet. Happy to be headed home to all those dear friends and family who supported me, but sad that an incredible life changing journey must come to an end. Although they say everything comes to an end, and what comes up must come down.. I can say that California, Washington, Oregon, PCH... I'll be back! So many nice people I have encountered, that have helped me survive and thrive out here in this beautiful wilderness. Friendships that I've made that I will never forget, and memories that will last a lifetime. I would like to take this time to mention all the kind people that shared their time with me: 

Rose

Pete

Willi 

Marine

Xabi 

Julia

Tony and Christina

Ryan

Kris 

Vern

David

Mima

Louis

Jared

Robert and Shira

Annie

The Belgians!

Brooke and Cam

Max

Sean and Geneva and Mel

Adam

John from Good Candle BK

Sam

My apologies to anyone I've left out of this list, it's emotional to make. You've all made a lasting impact on my life, some more than others but none any less valued than the next. I'd also like to thank Brady , Bianca, Kate, Alex and Danielle, and The Mohrs for opening your homes to me when I needed them most. You all are kind, and never forgotten or unappreciated I'll remember you always. 

Sometimes in life you have to take a leap of faith, buy a one way ticket, go on an adventure that you aren't sure where it will lead. I've heard this in poems, books, from teachers and many more and I can say now from experience that it is beyond true. I value the memories and experiences I've had this past few weeks more than any amount of money, or material object. I encourage everyone to spend your money on experience, and adventure rather than objects. Take a chance, follow your wildest dreams no matter how bizarre they may be, or how many people tell you it can't be done. No matter how it turns out, the fulfilling feeling that you have inside knowing that at least you tried is greater than any treasure. And when you reach the peak of the mountain you set out to climb, and you look back at what you've done, you smile and realize anything is possible, and that the world is your playground.