Five years ago today I packed up my truck and hit the road for what ended up being the greatest adventure of my life so far. But I’m thankful that I believe it won’t remain the greatest adventure of my life because boy do I have plans for this one wild life! People told me I was crazy to go live in my truck in the middle of the desert. Some would tell me I was brave, but most were scared for me. The truth is I’ve always been more scared falling asleep under a roof and four walls than I ever was outside in the bed of my truck. 

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The weeks I spent in Montana were filled with the most peaceful moments I’ve ever experienced. The months I spent in the desert were filled with wild adventures, desert raves, whitewater paddleboarding, the greatest memories with friends who became like family, and so much time spent alone among the most breathtaking landscapes. I learned so much about myself along the way and it was by far the happiest I’ve ever been. Every night ended under the stars, and I’d say to myself “ok, one more shooting star and then I’ll go to sleep.” And I’d see a dozen more simultaneously. 

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Leaving on that adventure was a big risk. I didn’t have a plan, just a few destinations. Places I’d always wanted to see with my own two eyes. But I found that not having a plan made it so much more exhilarating, because I never knew what each day would bring. 

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This past year I have spent a majority of my free time working and building up something that I’m already so proud of. The happiness I’ve felt lately is the first time I’ve even come close to how I felt when I was traveling out west. That’s how I know I’m on the right path. I have big plans for the next few years, and I’m excited to be diving into them and taking more risks, because I truly believe the best times in life come from taking chances and chasing opportunities. I’m so thankful for the people in my life who have cheered me on and shown me support lately! I can’t wait to continue down this path I’m on, I just know it will be an adventure even more extraordinary than the one I went on five years ago! 

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