Well I have talked much about my travels and adventures not only on my blog but to individual people such as family friends and even people who I have met over here. It is nice to see people being so supportive and happy for me. I also suspect many of being secretly envious of my travels.
I confess I have been filtering out much of the less thrilling or less tell-able stories. There is also the fact that I am usually tense every day whether it is managing money, making sure I have a place to sleep, or making sure I have another meal that I can put in my stomach. There is also the fact that I can be totally alone yet surrounded by people every day. That said I wouldn't want to be stranded with any other people. I have found backpackers to be some of the most friendly and giving people in the world despite them having almost nothing but what is on their back, on their plate and underneath their head.
Alex, thanks for sharing some of your fears. Not an easy thing to do, but writing it down can be empowering! This is a huge adventure for you...and you will carry these experiences with you the rest of your life...the good and not so good ones.
ReplyDeleteHoping your experience in Brisbane is less stressful. Good vibes coming your way, Jeannie