No Towel
While thinking of this trip, i continue to try and figure out ways to minimize what I bring with me. One thing I’ve decided isn’t a necessity is a towel. So, in the morning after I take a shower, I just air dry. I thought this would be annoying, but it’s actually not too bad. Anyway, random thought, but I thought you might enjoy a little tidbit of what it’s like to try and be a nomad. No luxuries.
Well, today I got my first blatant rejection while asking for a ride. I was kind of upset, although I shouldn’t blame people for not wanting to give a ride to a random guy that walks up to their car and asks for one. However, it did kind of psych me out mentally, and so today was an off day for getting rides. I was second guessing myself too much. Rather than pre-judging people and deciding whether or not I think they will give me a ride, I should just ask whoever and let them decide. I’ve also decided that I’m not a huge fan of waving down cars. I’ve just had better experiences asking for rides from people that are stopped. So, I walked quite a bit today. Asking for rides is one of those things that makes me nervous whenever I think about it. But every time I do it successfully, I have a great experience and think it’s the best way to get around.
I got a new backpack yesterday. and it’s working out nicely. Kory from Out N Back hooked me up and gave me a great deal. It has been great to get used to the pack I’ll be using on my actual trip. My shoulders have been getting kind of sore, so, I guess I just need to get a little stronger. Maybe I need to start doing shoulder exercises?
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The Nomadic Lifestyle | Aaron Anderson | 
December 3, 2009 5:41 am
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By Russ, December 3, 2009 @ 1:55 pm
Just use a backpacking towel. They are very small, but work great. I can give you one.
By Dan, December 3, 2009 @ 4:12 pm
Use the towel divers use, it’s no bigger than a washcloth, but works great.
http://swimx.stores.yahoo.net/sammy.html
Ever seen those olympic divers use them? They even put them in the water, and wring it out, they’re that good.
By Chanci Oyler, December 11, 2009 @ 2:46 pm
I hate when I psych myself out like that. It’s amazing how powerful your mind and your thoughts are and when you get rejected and start thinking you can’t do something that you really can it really messes you up. And it’s such a prominent struggle in our lives.
I am so excited for this trip. I really think you are going to experience and learn and grow in more ways than any of us can comprehend. Just like with controlling your thoughts, that’s not really the point of your trip (from what I understand) but by the end I bet you will be a master at it. Amazing stuff!
By Aaron Anderson, December 16, 2009 @ 12:05 pm
So true Chanci. I’m super excited about the trip as well, and I know that there are so many experiences I will have that I can’t foresee. Hope you enjoy reading my blog posts!