I quit my awesome job at AMC Theatres, packed up my bags, gave up my apartment with big windows in the middle of midtown, and said good bye to great friends and co-workers in Kansas City. Why? Because I am single, on my twenties, and with no one depending on me. Most importantly, because I can and life is too short.
In 2012, I went backpacking through Spain by myself for 10 days. Not going to lie, I was terrified and on the edge of crying when my friend took me to the airport. If it hadn't been for her, I would have backed out. She assured me that the trip was going to change my life, and she was absolutely right! Going on a trip over a thousand miles away by myself, was a turning point in my life. Not only did I get to know myself better, but I got to connect with my wants and needs without the pressure of friends, family and society. It was all about what I really wanted to do. Also, I became more independent and confident. Now, I don't have a problem walking into a place by myself, going to a bar alone, starting a conversation with total strangers, or trying something new just for the sake of adventure.
Remembering the feeling of freedom and adventure, I wanted to do it all over again. This time, I am going to Europe for a month. Plan to get lost in the streets of France, eat my way through Italy, and hike with memorable views in Switzerland.
I couldn't go on with this adventure and turning point in my life without documenting it, so here I am. Adventure awaits.
"Adventure is out there" -Up.
Dani G.
In 2012, I went backpacking through Spain by myself for 10 days. Not going to lie, I was terrified and on the edge of crying when my friend took me to the airport. If it hadn't been for her, I would have backed out. She assured me that the trip was going to change my life, and she was absolutely right! Going on a trip over a thousand miles away by myself, was a turning point in my life. Not only did I get to know myself better, but I got to connect with my wants and needs without the pressure of friends, family and society. It was all about what I really wanted to do. Also, I became more independent and confident. Now, I don't have a problem walking into a place by myself, going to a bar alone, starting a conversation with total strangers, or trying something new just for the sake of adventure.
Remembering the feeling of freedom and adventure, I wanted to do it all over again. This time, I am going to Europe for a month. Plan to get lost in the streets of France, eat my way through Italy, and hike with memorable views in Switzerland.
I couldn't go on with this adventure and turning point in my life without documenting it, so here I am. Adventure awaits.
"Adventure is out there" -Up.
Dani G.
