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Old 06-04-2006, 11:11 AM   #1
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I keep up to date with what's going on with you guys quite often by reading this site. However, I don't often post so I thought I'd give you an update.

I'm 25 years old (male).
I live in Columbus, Ohio and work as a Designer in the Auto Industry (Engineering)
This September will mark 2 years in that job. (+7months in the same department when I was in University)
I've done a decent amount of SOLO traveling in the past few years. Internship and traveling in Europe for a total of 9 weeks when I was in University. 3 months in W. Europe and E. Europe after graduation. 2 weeks in Morocco last Christmas / New Years.

That being said. I'm addicted to traveling and want to go on a 1 year (approx.) trip before its "too late". The thought of settling down with wife, kids, house, more possesions, etc without taking this trip scares me to death because I know I would look back thinking I missed out on a golden opportunity.

However, I have a great group of friends here and the beginnings of a career that some young mechanical engineers probably dream about (designing cars). I don't really know exactly why I'm posting all of this. I guess I need a "kick in the pants" or something to go through with this. Reassurance if you will.

Based on some other opportunites that I have I'm thinking that I either want to leave this coming December or December 2007. If I decide to leave this December I need to start planning (mental preparation more than logistical). If I'm going to wait until next year I'm just worried that something (ANYTHING) might happen to put the stoppers on my trip. Relationship, financial problem, family problem, anything. Oh yeah....currently, I've saved up enough money to get me started on a RTW trip. Who knows how long my funds would last but I would think at least 7-9 months (without stopping to work).

What are you views of my situation? I think I basically need help quitting my "good" job in exchange for my freedom.

Thanks for you help.
Andy


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