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My Fear Can Kick My Other Fear’s Ass

by Kim January 22, 2012

I have big and small fears about quitting my job to travel. I worry about money, about health insurance. I worry that I won’t be able to make a living doing what I love and that I’ll have to go back to a cubicle. But there is one fear that is bigger than all the others.

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It’s My Blogiversary!

by Kim December 13, 2011

A year ago I sent my first words out into the universe via this blog. It was the best decision I ever made because it connected me to all of you.

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We Bought Our RTW Tickets!!!!

by Kim November 13, 2011

After a lifetime of dreaming, three years of saving, and a crazy year of selling our house and all of our stuff, our trip around the world is officially on the books!

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The Waiting Is The Hardest Part

by Kim November 11, 2011

After months of working frantically we’ve finally conquered every large obstacle that stood in the way of our dream. Now, it’s a waiting game and the waiting is the hardest part.

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The Difference A Year Makes

by Kim October 28, 2011

My life is insanely different than it was a year ago. What a difference 365 days makes.

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On Sunshine and Transitions

by Kim October 23, 2011

The rain is returning to Portland, our last rainy season before we take off to travel the world.

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Announcing Our RTW Plans

by Kim September 28, 2011

Announcing our departure date for our RTW travels and the plan for the first two legs of our trip. We are so excited!!

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Chasing My Wife’s Dream

by Kim September 25, 2011

Traveling the world is my dream. Six months ago Brian wrote about his experience as the part of a traveling couple that wants it a little less. Now, six months later, Brian writes about how his perspective has shifted and where he stands today.

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Good Things Come Back To You

by Kim September 21, 2011

Selling our beloved house was hard, and writing a nice note to the new owner was harder still. It’s tough to pass the torch when you’re not quite ready to give it up. But I’m glad we left our house on a loving note, because good things come back to you.

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RTW Planning Makes You Boring

by Kim September 18, 2011

Planning a trip around the world dominates my thoughts. It’s all I think about and all I talk about. Here’s your fair warning: travel planning makes you boring.

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The Other Side of Home

by Kim August 31, 2011

My first post from our new apartment. It’s been two weeks since we left our home and settled into a new place and I’m once again redefining what home means to me.

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