your move

Why is it so complicated? Why can't the path just be clear and sunny? Shouldn't walking down a new route be picturesque with the sun shining down on you? I can only wish. I am at a crossroad, one which would determine my movement for the next 2-5 years at the very least. Like all journeys, you have a choice of 2 different approaches, one of which would be a meticulously planned trip. Everything is laid down months in advance, maps bought and marked, hotels and travel arrangements booked, vaccinations taken, hiking boots broken in, lawyers having your up-to-date copy of the will and friends/family aware of your travel route. It may sound like a nightmare to some but executed properly, the journey would be a blissful experience. No hiccups and no nightmare scenarios. No drama.

For the adventurous, there is a different method of travelling. One that consists of a step-back approach to planning. A destination is chosen, a time scale is roughly considered, a vague budget is saved and the rest is played by ear. Unfortunately, nowadays not many people would consider such a plan because it would be a disaster especially to logical and methodical Architects. Too many variables, too many ways to fuck up. Too much drama.

I'm lucky to have travelled a lot in my lifetime and I've always been an organised traveller. But, this time, for some unknown reason, I've decided to take a road less travelled and not plan a single iota and this scares me. I have never gone through any journey with so little preparation that even a minimalist would call it insane. So, why am I doing it? Why does it feel like I should take this journey? Why does it feel so right?

The real shame in all this is the fact that I've slowly detached myself away from everything and everyone I know. Looks like my journey has already begun...