Every accomplishment starts with the decision to begin

A coffee with a friend a year ago, reminded me that you have to chase your dreams and live a life with no regrets. It dawned on me that the only way I was going to achieve mine, was to throw caution to the wind and just go for it. So we are.................

 With my husband Jason and my son Michael (10), we are going to backpack around the world. Travelling on a budget through 20 countries in 14 months, we depart the 1st Feb 2018 leaving everything we own in the care of our two elder sons. A scary prospect in its self! 

With Jason and I being slightly over the typical backpackers age, along with a young man who also has Asperger's and doesn't like change, this could make for an interesting journey! 

Travelling with only back packs, a desired route and a sense of optimism, we have booked our first flight heading for Singapore.   So join us on our adventure and follow our exploits as we embark on the unknown.

 Michael will also be contributing to this blog See the world - 'through my eyes' , where we hope you will see a young man grow in confidence and develop life skills, face and overcome his fears and have the experience of a life time. 

So welcome on board the voyage and enjoy the ride!

Comments

  1. Anita25 September 2017 at 16:49

    I came across your blog from following link after link....lol...I think what you are doing is great, there was a story on an ABC show here in Oz about a dad who took his son backpacking through India for an extended period and the son had Aspergers. The change in the son was u believable....and his confidence was amazing.

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    1. Karen x25 September 2017 at 17:03

      HI Anita. Hope it wasn't too hard to find. New to blogging, so hope I've set it up right! Yes I've read about their journey as well which I have to say inspired us to do the same . Crossing fingers we have a similar experience and he comes home better equipped to cope socially with his college years. Will keep you posted with the wins, as well as our learning's as we go :) x

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  2. Anonymous27 September 2017 at 02:33

    Wonderful, I hope you have a fabulous trip.

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