DISQUS

Andy · 6 months ago

Great post, very personal.

Keep travelling, it keeps you alive.

Andy

<abbr>Andy´s last blog post..Monday Memories - #4 New Year's Eve in Sydney</abbr>

Alan · 6 months ago

Christine - great post. I can't believe it's already been a year! Keep up the good work.

Alan

<abbr>Alan´s last blog post..Tirana, Albania: Mother Teresa and the Dajti Express</abbr>

Sara · 6 months ago

Great post Christine. I'm looking forward to reading about where the road will take you next.

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Dave · 6 months ago

Hola Christine,

I'm a new subscriber, and with posts like these, I'm excited for what lays ahead in year #2!

As for me, I can relate to so much of what you wrote since I quit my job in late 2007 to take my (first) trip around the world. I stopped short of returning home, as I found Medellin, Colombia so endearing. I highly recommend you give this country a chance when you make it to South America down the line.

I'm returning home in 5 weeks - a crazy thought that leaves me completely unsure of what's to come. Ironically, it's a feeling I adopted as the norm, and one that worries me a lot less these days. :)

<abbr>Dave´s last blog post..Video of the Week - Bizarre Foods</abbr>

Beth Partin · 6 months ago

Congrats on your one-year anniversary. I'm still hoping to start my year...hope I don't keep hoping forever.

<abbr>Beth Partin´s last blog post..MonHaibun: Spiral Staircase</abbr>

Roam2Rome · 6 months ago

You just reminded me of the fun part of living in different countries and seeing them in depth... that surprise and novelty are part of our days, and that we learn to shrug and work around challenges.

Have you noticed that you get better at reading people's body language?

At least, when I'm in a new country, I find myself reading people's body language, more than what they say, in order to learn the local customs... it's saved me from trouble :)

Dan · 6 months ago

What you say about sources of work is something thats been on my mind of late. I'm hoping that my freelance clients will continue to give me work whilst I travel, if not I'll need to look for some other way to fund my adventures.

<abbr>Dan´s last blog post..Brand new look</abbr>

Christine · 6 months ago

@Rome2Rome: Yes, and do you notice when you overhear people talking, you try to translate it? Then, you're like, oh right, that's English. I SPEAK ENGLISH. And then you're very happy for no reason other than the reminder that you are actually fluent in at least one language.

@Dan: Stick around, I have big things planned on that front, that I hope will be useful for remote workers like us.

malia · 6 months ago

hi christine, i was waiting for a new almost fearless post to show up in my RSS reader! =) glad to hear that you're still on the road and doing well. you are my hero!

<abbr>malia´s last blog post..when pigs fly</abbr>

mich · 6 months ago

Somehow, I hear a bit of uncertainty on this post. It sounded like you want to take a different route on how this blog is going. For a moment, I thought you have decided to pack up and head back home. Nothing is wrong with that but I am happy you did not.

Looking forward to happy travels. Good Luck!

Stevo · 6 months ago

Great post, Christine. No, we don't have control, do we. That's a giant illusion. Traveling or living abroad brings that home, and fast.

Congrats on your one year anniversary. I wish the best in those that follow.

<abbr>Stevo´s last blog post..International Children’s Day in China: My Kids</abbr>

Roy · 6 months ago

Hi Christine, congratulations on your one year anniversary.

Reading this reminds me of how easy it was to slip into a great routine while travelling.

It seems you really are appreciating your new found freedom, I hope it lasts as long as you want it to.

Roy

<abbr>Roy´s last blog post..Random Photo (1): Copper Canyon</abbr>

Erica · 6 months ago

It's been great reading about your experiences on the road. I'm looking forward to keep reading your updates - whether you fly to Asia or Africa, or somewhere else.

<abbr>Erica´s last blog post..Photo of the Week: Brighton Beach</abbr>

Gillian · 6 months ago

Yay, you're back!! I missed you. What would I like to see? I'd like to see you NOT take another month long break!

Your blog is more than about travel, it's about your journey. That's why I started reading, and that's why I keep reading. Your journey isn't over...so keep telling us about it.

<abbr>Gillian´s last blog post..And Then There Were Three…</abbr>

Turner · 6 months ago

You do blog an insane amount - I can't keep up half the time. Great writing, though.

<abbr>Turner´s last blog post..Thorn Tree Travel Forum</abbr>

Fabio Mesquita · 6 months ago

Great post!

Kept me thinking about how im going to be in one year from now.
And i guess what kind of questions i will have to answer when my time traveling here in africa comes to an end!
we change...its hard to tell what we will be doing in 2010!

cheers!

<abbr>Fabio Mesquita´s last blog post..Votem no Bacon!</abbr>

Megan · 6 months ago

inspiring!

Tanya · 6 months ago

Wow, it's already been a year? Here's to many, many more!

<abbr>Tanya´s last blog post..Getting Out of Dodge</abbr>

Topher · 6 months ago

I have to echo a few prior posts and request that you continue this blog as well. I have been looking forward to an update for weeks! For those of us that live and travel vicariously through you, updates here are imperative! I read up on your prior day's/week's adventures each morning when I sit at my desk in my suit and tie. It's the first thing I do BEFORE checking my email. Thank you for your great writing and congrats on 1 great year. Good luck with your continued travels. Keep us updated.

Lola · 6 months ago

Time does fly, doesn't it?? Looking forward to more of your adventures!

<abbr>Lola´s last blog post..Heart & Soul: From Manicures to Machu Picchu</abbr>

Pond Jumpers: Croatia · 6 months ago

This was such a fun post to read. I left my job in March to move to Croatia (and I am not sure where we go from here next), and I already feel some of the changes you talked about. It will be interesting to see how I feel a year into it.

I can't wait to see where year two takes you. Keep writing.

<abbr>Pond Jumpers: Croatia´s last blog post..Visiting Supetar, Mirca and Sutivan on the Island of Brac</abbr>

NP · 6 months ago

Congrats on your one year aniversary! I look forward to more stories from your travels.

Cris · 6 months ago

Hi Christine,

It's nice to read one of your posts again! This one specially is very inspiring.

It came at a time that an expat-round-the-world traveller like me, 2 years far far away from my country, is thinking of packing and going back home someday.
Well.. after reading your words I'm just not sure about that anymore!

Thanks for the inspiration and, re what you should write about in the future, I agree with Gillian, the journey is not only about travelling and your journey is a great subject!

All the best for your year #2.

mauie · 6 months ago

A heartfelt post though I wouldn't say the others weren't. Good luck to the days ahead and keep on blogging. You're inspiring the rest of us so if ever loneliness/uncertainty creeps in, just remember that. Take care! ^_^

<abbr>mauie´s last blog post..Naragsak a Kasangay</abbr>

Chris · 6 months ago

Well done Christine! Great inspiring post. I've got 3 months left in my job then I'm off. Got our first trip sorted, 6 weeks in a village in Spain sorted - then off to South America in the new year.

Look forward to following your travels in the coming year.

Marc · 6 months ago

Hi Christine! Just found your site, and we're eagerly looking through the archives as power/wifi here in Vietnam allows! Great stuff!!!

My wife & I are also nearing the 1-year mark since we sold everything & took off with our kids, and we've been having the same thoughts about becoming "quad-coastal". It's always nice to find others that think like we do.

Happy adventures in your next year of independence - we'll be along for the (virtual) ride!

<abbr>Marc´s last blog post..Haikus</abbr>

juka14 · 6 months ago

Hi there! Are you interested in a link exchange with my blog Beautiful Places?

Andy Hayes · 6 months ago

Congratulations on your anniversary, Christine!

As a freshly minted escapee of the 9-to-5, I totally hear you on every single point. Here's to another great year *cheers*

Carrie · 6 months ago

Congratulations on having your first year under your belt, Christine. It feels like I've been reading your updates for much longer. My first year abroad FLEW by. Now I'm coming up on my 7th year in Asia and I honestly don't know where the time went. What I do know is that the roads I have been on have changed, as have I. Diversity has become my middle name. Best wishes for your upcoming travels. I'm looking forward to reading about your second year of roaming the world.

Geoff · 6 months ago

Congratulations on making it to a year, it's been wonderful reading about your personal journey, and it's really exciting to hear you plan to continue along this path.

I do hope you keep up with the blog, you are a truly incredibly talented writer, and it's always a joy to read your posts, especially ones that give such a great personal insight.

<abbr>Geoff´s last blog post..Mexico: Budget & Other Numbers</abbr>

Aracely · 6 months ago

I just found your blog site a few days again. I wanted to let you know I really enjoy it. I'm currently planning to quit my job a travel the world. Wish me luck.
= )

Jennine · 6 months ago

Great post! I have been reading your blog for awhile now and it really makes me want to follow suit. I applaud your "almost fearlessness"! I also wanted to let you know that I gave you a One Lovely Blog Award: http://travelaholicanonymous.com/2009/06/one-lo...

<abbr>Jennine´s last blog post..One Lovely Blog Award</abbr>