I got tired of refreshing my inbox, waiting for someone to tell me that I didn’t get an amazing apprenticeship at a cool theatre in Washington.
So I decided to not wait anymore, and I went ahead and booked myself a one-way ticket to New Zealand.
I bought the ticket online, without cancellation insurance, over morning coffee, half-asleep.
The plan is to go around the world and what I have now is a ticket from Los Angeles to New Zealand. And the knowledge that I’ll have to get to Los Angeles from Toronto somehow
What I don’t have is a budget or a plan. I haven’t actually really thought about it. I’ve thought about it, but I haven’t really thought about it if you know what I mean. That’s how it’s done, kids.
Close your eyes and jump off that cliff. And hope that at the bottom, there’s a deep pool to land in, one so buoyant it acts more like a refreshing trampoline.
I love it! Go you!
PS I have a trampoline if you ever need to borrow one 😉
Thanks, Jenna! I may have to borrow that trampoline… I’ll be in touch.
That is so great! New Zealand is supposed to be so beautiful!
Thanks, Val! I think it will be a great trip. But I may be back in 2 weeks, who knows?
Wow, Elise, your last paragraph brought me to tears in Starbucks in Manchester…I am really inspired by your move…good on you…when I met Russ in Guatemala and was really struggling he told me that brave decisions are rewarded with amazing opportunities and a glorious life…here’s to a glorious life lovely lady! When do you go? I would love to meet up with you on one leg of your trip! xoxo
Aw, lovely! We must meet over coffee very soon! I can’t wait to talk to you about your brave move:)
I love it, I love you, and I wish I could tag along in your pocket. Sadly, I’m not nearly as brave or venturesome as you are, but here’s hoping some of your traveling spirit sprinkles rub off on me. You inspire me!
You’d fit in my carry-on. Join me!
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Great idea Elise! have a great time and keep us posted!
Thanks, Carolyn! I hope to document the trip on this blog… we’ll see how that goes!
Brilliant. The greatest rewards usually come when we’ve taken the greatest risks. May you find all of the delights you hope to find, and many more!
Kathryn
Hi Kathryn! Thanks so much for stopping by and for your kind words!
So happy for you!! 🙂 I’ve been to NZ and loved it!! I hope you have an amazing time there. send me some of your news 😉
Merci, ma belle!
I love this! Thanks for the true authentic inspiration 🙂
Thanks, Nat! Hopefully I’ll be able to live up to my plans…
Wicked stuff. Very inspired. I’m thinking about doing the same thing: destination, Ireland. Leaving in September! Keep us posted on when you leave, and your updates on travel and hospitality arrangements! Have a blast!!! 🙂
Thanks so much! I LOVE Ireland- you must do it! I’ll try to write about my travels on this blog- I hope you’ll share yours as well! All the best and have a 99 ice cream on the beach at Dun Laoghaire for me!
Classic!
good for you!
Thanks! It’s getting more and more real 🙂