Traveling for more than two decades have taught me a lot of lessons and have in many ways understood there’s more to adventure than life itself. Solo trips are enriching and empowering, no one to depend to except yourself and many times leaving it all to fate. There is so much to learn in the big classroom – my own person, people I met, circumstances and the challenges in travelling alone. In all these adventures, I was never without a backpack for convenience as I move around and my hands are totally free ready for random moves either to defend myself or help others.
In all my travels be it personal or official, my backpack is always my buddy and I can’t imagine without it. Even though if I had my luggage for longer trips, I still bring my packable day pack handy for any eventualities. 😊
I think the more you travel, the lighter you pack. And I believe not just in our luggage but life in general. We realize what’s only necessary to live and we don’t need much to be happy in this journey. We are all pilgrims so they say, nothing and no one is permanent, we all transcend to the next life leaving all behind. Not the fancy clothes, latest gadgets or the approval of others. I believe it’s freedom, a true sense of purpose and a heart that loves and open to adventures are most essential.
In the end, it’s not about how much you have, but how free you are to advance, move and proceed where you need to go and what you want to do! Isn’t that so?
Life in the Great Beyond 