I abhor starting new things. There’s such a huge learning curve. It’s hard to fit in with everything else already underway. I become diabolically obsessed by it and make everyone in my life crazy. Some sort of “funk” overtakes me several weeks in as I always conclude I’m on the last wave of something I’ve just discovered while the rest of the world is already on to something new and more exciting.
But I can’t let it go. I’m playing catchup and it’s humbling as hell. When I get to the point where I can quickly reel off more negatives than positives about a new experience, I stop longing to be hooked up to the Borg for a memory dump and I dive in for real. And for all this misery I’m compelled to do it over and over again. What would our lives be without new beginnings, new things to learn, to be challenged by?
No one, not even the Borg can learn for us. It’s a solo journey and a fitting place to begin this website that I’ve longed for, dreamed about, and finally, finally done something about. I’m a writer, photographer, and an outdoors enthusiast. This is the first post on Solo Road Trip. Welcome!
Hi Tammie. This is great stuff. It’s so rare to find anyone creating inspiring, quality writing on the internet these days. Do keep it up – I’m looking forward to more
Comment by Dr. Richard — November 7, 2008 @ 2:55 pm
I love you Tammie for you and your sense of style. I love that you cherish the moment and savor the prospect of what lies around the bend. You relish in the discovery and the promise of adventure. You view the world so grateful to be alive and thankful to share all that it offers. I hope to find the same solace that has touched your soul and lies within your words.
Comment by Linda — October 29, 2008 @ 10:34 pm
I, too, ride on the last wave. Because, I discover so much more left behind by those in a hurry to go on to the next without discovery. That’s why you can’t let it go, so much left behind to sift through and learn from. I love to learn from the casts off of others in their hurry, and I think you do also. Yes, it’s catch-up but you are way ahead of the pack. Each of our journeys is a solo trip, and to share yours is a special treat.
Comment by Clay Mama — October 28, 2008 @ 8:03 pm
You are Awesome!!! Your stories a treat, your pictures rare art-forms, your humor and common-sense can only be South-Eastern Oklahoma born and raised…care to argue the point? Very enjoyable, Thank you for sharing.
Comment by Lisa Pierce — October 23, 2008 @ 7:30 pm
I think your poem ‘mattered that you were there’ so that you could describe it to us…how beautiful your words were and are. Thank you for sharing the poem and the story behind it.
Comment by Lisa Pierce — October 23, 2008 @ 7:27 pm
‘Trimph. Part II.Day 6’ in your Tour of the West…..hurry up and tackle Day 7 & 8, can’t wait to read!
Comment by Lisa Pierce — October 23, 2008 @ 7:25 pm
In ‘Trimph !? Day 5’, I hear or see that once you have experienced the Grand Tetons, you are never the same! Your pictures and story make that comment true.
Comment by Lisa Pierce — October 23, 2008 @ 7:22 pm
Have you got some of those Truffles to share with us also, from your ‘Chubby Chipmunk’ and ‘Chocolate Nirvana’? I can taste them as I read!
Comment by Lisa Pierce — October 23, 2008 @ 7:18 pm
In ‘Breakin the law’, Wild Bill would be pleased to know of you writing about his town and his last drink….’write up’
Comment by Lisa Pierce — October 23, 2008 @ 7:15 pm
Your “Golden Moment” was for your eyes only. Sometimes ‘gifts’ come in many forms, tack that one up for your ‘once in a life time’; you sharing ‘the gift’ with us, is that of returning Thanks…..Thank you.
Comment by Lisa Pierce — October 23, 2008 @ 6:47 pm
Wow… I’ve never seen photography this good. You really are my idol with a camera. I love the website. Just wait til i get older and i’ll be tellin you about my solo road trips!
Comment by lane pierce — October 22, 2008 @ 4:30 pm
The Photography you offer us is literally out of this world, or the world most of us know! Your eye is great and your ability even greater…..beauty at it’s best, Thank you for it.
Comment by Lisa Pierce — October 22, 2008 @ 3:58 pm
So glad that You have taken on the ‘something new’….Your Misery is a Pleasure for us, so just keep the writings and we will do our part! Awesome work!
Comment by Lisa Pierce — October 22, 2008 @ 3:21 pm