I never said it would be easy. I just said it would be worth it.
I saw this quote on another blog the other day. I forget what it was in relation to (nothing religious, despite its origins – it was an article about eating more healthily, if my memory serves me correctly) but it really resonated with me. Because this is how I feel about next year.
I didn’t know planning an adventure would be this difficult. I still have four and a half months to go and I feel as though I’m simply treading water. I have done everything I can possibly do in terms of saving every penny I can. I’ve sold my house, my car, quit my gym membership and stopped going out socially unless I haven’t seen a friend in a long time or it’s a must-attend event. I literally couldn’t be saving any more than I am now. Unless I stopped eating. And trust me, that isn’t going to happen any time soon.
The problem is that even though doing all these things has saved me money, it’s also left me bored. I can’t just “pop out” somewhere in the car anymore on a whim. If I want to do exercise I have to go for a run, which isn’t always fun with the British weather. And because I’m now living with my parents, I tend to spend a lot of time holed away in my room surfing the net, reading or listening to music.
I feel as though my social life is anything but social.
And as much as I can’t wait for the fruits of my sacrifice to be realised, I also find myself wishing time away until I can go.
I don’t want to seem selfish or picky. I just don’t want to have no life in return for several months of an amazing one.
So when I read this quote the other day it gave me the kick up the arse that I’ve probably needed for a couple of weeks. What the hell am I moaning about, seriously? I should be enjoying this time with my friends and family and be wallowing in the fact that I can just chill out and spend quality time with people I care about; something I’ll surely long for next year. Something else also happened this week that yet again made me remember how short life is and that I really shouldn’t be wishing it away, trip or no trip.
Every time I feel myself getting agitated over something insignificant or feeling bored, I’m going to remember this quote. Because life is never easy. But it is always worth it.
Absolutely love love love this Julia! I’ve just moved to London and I’m trying to survive on an intern’s wage. That definitely isn’t easy. But it definitely will be worth it….eventually!
I basically don’t have a social life away from my mobile so I feel your pain!
Thanks Monica. I’m sure there are lots of people in the same boat as us. I think as long as you realise why you’re making the sacrifice you won’t go slowly insane! Haha
Absolutely love love love this Julia! I’ve just moved to London and I’m trying to survive on an intern’s wage. That definitely isn’t easy. But it definitely will be worth it….eventually!
I basically don’t have a social life away from my mobile so I feel your pain!
Thanks Monica. I’m sure there are lots of people in the same boat as us. I think as long as you realise why you’re making the sacrifice you won’t go slowly insane! Haha
beautiful quote, indeed. and 4.5 months isn’t that long! you’re practically on the homestretch! 🙂
beautiful quote, indeed. and 4.5 months isn’t that long! you’re practically on the homestretch! 🙂
I know, I’m sure it will fly by. It just still seems like a lifetime away when you’re in your regular routine!
It’s a good one- I could do with some remembering of that quote as well!
Haha I’m sure we all could!
It’s a good one- I could do with some remembering of that quote as well!
Haha I’m sure we all could!
Great quote! And it sounds like your trip is just around the corner!!!!
Thanks Audrey. And yes, I’m sure it’ll be here faster than I know it.
Great quote! And it sounds like your trip is just around the corner!!!!
Thanks Audrey. And yes, I’m sure it’ll be here faster than I know it.
Quote resonates with me as well. I have thought this and felt like this countless times during my year and a half of traveling. Scary how your departure is now literally around the corner 🙂 Enjoy every single minute of it!
Quote resonates with me as well. I have thought this and felt like this countless times during my year and a half of traveling. Scary how your departure is now literally around the corner 🙂 Enjoy every single minute of it!