“I have a gnawing obsession that draws me towards quiet, distant places with strange significance. And I have a brain that struggles to stay quiet, even when it's seemingly occupied. I find respite and some sense of meaning spending hours pointing a truck nose between a yellow and a white line, or down narrow, overgrown double track that leads to even more overgrown dead ends.”
"semi-platonic longing that plagues the traveler"
John thank you for sharing. Well written, as i currently sit in my office losing the age old battle of "stay or go". I also have the ever growing and insatiable yearn for not only change but exploration and adventure. I can relate on multiple levels. Thanks to your report I have added some places to me ever growing google maps places to visit, and stared places. As the something missing ache continues to grow inside me, there are days it's tough to stay at this job. AT this point i know its not forever, and will be funding my next journey. This report, weekend trips, and some time in South America will help quench the bug for a while longer. If you find yourself in Eastern Oregon, Hermiston, Pendleton area look me up. You'll have a place to stay, and another playmate for your dog, and a friendly face.
