tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-437728056755394515.post1951614012754465970..comments2023-11-07T15:44:03.771-07:00Comments on Rambling Hemlock: Last night (for a while) in New MexicoJoan Westhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16396313531820725640noreply@blogger.comBlogger6125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-437728056755394515.post-91346343598391046042016-04-18T10:42:05.390-06:002016-04-18T10:42:05.390-06:00The nomadic life does keep you challenged, stimula...The nomadic life does keep you challenged, stimulated, and constantly growing, which I appreciate. But I do find it stressful and my heart always seems to break whenever I leave places and people-- I get attached so fast. I keep thinking it's going to get easier to deal with change... but I just keep waiting and waiting, and it still stresses me out and drains me everytime I pack up my stuff into my car again and have to move.<br /><br />I agree that Jan has the best of both worlds, with having a home base. It sort of felt like I got a taste of what it might feel like to have a real home when I arrived back at my Montana park this time around-- I was welcomed back by co-workers and friends, and I could unpack my stuff into my little camper that felt totally familiar. I think the seasonal life is the way to go for me! I sure hope you find a way that works for you-- finding the life-balance is tough, but fascinating how many ways people find to make it work.Joan Westhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16396313531820725640noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-437728056755394515.post-17459405260773191532016-04-11T10:35:37.739-06:002016-04-11T10:35:37.739-06:00Once my biz is a bit more stable I'm going to ...Once my biz is a bit more stable I'm going to join the nomadic life like you and Jan for a few years! Without being on a long trail the past 2 years, I've so missed seeing new places and new communities for a prolonged period of time. I tend to stay in my comfort zone at home...which is ok in chunks when I need it, but less so when I'm becoming complacent and feel stagnant. I want to be like Jan - have a small home base and be able to travel too!! Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-437728056755394515.post-71351511580927077632016-04-09T18:58:56.499-06:002016-04-09T18:58:56.499-06:00Wise words, Jan. Yes, it does have that advantage...Wise words, Jan. Yes, it does have that advantage of keeping you open and feeling alive, and keeping growing. <br /><br />I'm glad it's suiting you too right now. I think it's so cool that you have a home base though too. :)Joan Westhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16396313531820725640noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-437728056755394515.post-85854770272397107222016-04-09T18:56:41.510-06:002016-04-09T18:56:41.510-06:00This totally makes me wonder if I will be capiable...This totally makes me wonder if I will be capiable of finding a home, even when I do settle down. Ah well, right now this is an interesting life. No complaints are anything. <br /><br />So excited to see you too! I'll let you know when I get my new schedule after our training this week.Joan Westhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16396313531820725640noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-437728056755394515.post-83621037631891946352016-04-09T08:31:45.085-06:002016-04-09T08:31:45.085-06:00I think it's a bit like backpacking. You visit...I think it's a bit like backpacking. You visit a place, travel through it, spend the night and say ah home, and then it's time to move on. So many places to visit and explore. I think in so many ways it's good for the soul to be open to exploration. Keeps you from taking life for granted and getting stuck. Keeps you just a bit on edge and outside your comfort zone.<br /><br />Having a home or at least a home base has its advantages, especially for just being able to rest without pondering tomorrow. For now, I'm enjoying my nomadic ways. I can tell it suits you also. Living in an area for a while is even better as you get a true taste of the culture and opportunities.Jaunting Janhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13795965535070333412noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-437728056755394515.post-83299661646405827222016-04-08T23:20:31.614-06:002016-04-08T23:20:31.614-06:00I felt this way for many, many years. I moved ever...I felt this way for many, many years. I moved every 6 months. Now, I don't know. I have a house here and I've been here for five years, but I still feel like I have one foot on the road. I don't know if I'll ever feel settled. Anyway, it'll be good to see you!Lynnhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09669046315971951442noreply@blogger.com