Last month, I celebrated my birthday in Cape Town, South Africa, surrounded by family and friends. It was nothing short of breathtaking. Initially, we had always imagined relocating somewhere like this in our later years—gray-haired, retired, and settled. But now? The timeline has shifted. We’re thinking a year or two, not decades.
For 20 years, we swore we’d never leave California. It was home, familiar, and comfortable. But as we’ve traveled—to Jamaica, Mexico, Thailand, South Africa, and beyond—our perspective has expanded. The blinders have been lifted, and we see the world differently now
This Substack is reader-supported. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber.
.
Of course, no place is perfect. But the pull to stay and fight, to educate, to keep pushing against the same walls, is starting to fade. There’s so much more out there.
If you’ve ever felt this way—like the world is calling you to explore, to rethink where “home” could be—I’d love to hear from you. Drop a comment, share your thoughts, and let’s continue this conversation. And if you want to follow along as we navigate this journey, be sure to subscribe. The adventure is just beginning!
This Substack is reader-supported. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber.
Comments
Nothing yet. Say the first thing.
Sign in to join the conversation.