Under My Skin

They say you get 'bitten by the travel bug.'

I don't buy it.

I think the travel bug is more like a tic, and burrows under your skin until you are totally infested with the idea of going somewhere.

Morgan and I have been spitballing some ideas for vacation next year. I've got a serious infection.

For me... I don't know. I like the traveling part as much as the being-at-your-destination part. It's such an integral part of the experience. I'm not saying the flight or bus or train ride has to be spectacular, but to me the idea of travel is motion, and every conveyance you are on - even if it's your feet - will have a story to tell at the end of the line.

Honestly, the idea of traveling somewhere and staying in that same spot for two weeks turns me off a bit. I loved how we went to Ontario this year, and then drove all over the place. Finding cool towns and shops. Seeing new scenery. Being mobile.

You'll always have your preferred spots - but even then, you don't want to spend all your time there. Defeats the purpose, no?

For all those reminiscing about travel, those on adventures, and those about to take some - relish in the journey as much as the arrival.

Have a superb weekend, my friends.

-R.