A Reflection

This trip is one thing I will never forget. It was absolutely amazing. Not everyone gets to do this in their life, and we did it in just under 3 weeks. Many doubted the budget, the van, and friendships. We made it home with the van working fine, we never broke down. The budget was perfect, like on the spot, we may have had $3 left over. The friendship are all fine as well.

I wont say it was perfect, we had our disagreements, our moments of homesickness, and harsh words, but in the end it was worth it. We learned a lot about each other and ourselves in this process.

"But no man has ever seen his dreams for filled, and regretted the sacrifice necessary to fulfill them"

That statement has never wrung so true to me. I spent a lot of money on this trip, I lost some, I lost my job, I missed my sister's graduation, and I fought with my closest friends. But my dream was fulfilled. I wish some things went a little differently, but I look at this trip and smile. Every long day in that van was worth it. I recommend anyone to do this, if you have the funds and the time, do no pass this up. 9,000 miles of America, I have seen almost everything I ever dreamed of in this country, every mile was worth it.

Tips:

Ear plugs: Someone is going to snore, they help. I'm sorry guys.

Entertainment: Pokemon gets old, so books, music, and other things help so much on long rides.

Alone time: Being in a van with the same people for hours on end day after day can drive you crazy. Time alone can be a breathe of fresh air.

Blog: Whether you make it public or just a note book. It helps to have your memories written down so you can always look back.

My thanks goes out to every friend who supported me on this trip. To my amazing family who helped me in so many ways. The guys, for the most part, putting up with me, I love you all. To the people we meet along the way, you have given me faith in humanity again. To Craig for opening up my mind to see God's Word in a new light and being a great example to a young man. To Chance for an amazing night I will never forget, even the talking wall haha.

God is Boss