November 20, 2012

It’s been about eighteen (18) months since I completed my cross-country trip. The buzz from that adventure has subsided. I have gained about fifteen (15) pounds and I am starting to get bored. I believe I need to find another challenge to motivate me. I am physically, mentally, and spiritually lacking in fitness. I am unsure if I want to commit to another killer bicycle trip, but I need something. I feel like I am jogging in place.

I promised myself that I was not going to fall into the old rhythm of life once I completed my trip. I had some early success in that regard, but I am falling into an old routine. That trip motivated and rejuvenated me. Upon my return, and for some period afterwards, I was more connected and aware of my surroundings than any period of my life. I haven’t completely lost that feeling, but it has begun to ebb.

I am not sure why I am writing this. The only people who ever read this blog were friends that tracked me during the 2011 bike trip. I suppose there is something therapeutic about posting to the world, even if no one reads it.