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#100by70 – the new goal

Since I’m nearly at my goal of 60 countries by age 50 (#60by50) – and I’m a few years from 50 — it was time for a new goal.  I’ve heard from many people how my travels have inspired them to get out there, set a goal, finally throw caution to the wind and book that trip!  It’s easy to stay in your comfort zone and just Netflix and chill.  Or get sucked into your normal routine, caught up in the day-to-day, and not make time to take a break.  I challenge you to break free – get out there – go see this amazing, beautiful, exciting world.  What’s the worst that could happen?

The new goal is 100 countries by age 70!  It’s doable, and achievable.  Sure, I could stop work, cash in the 401K, and knock off all the countries on the list in a year or so.  But, I love my work, my boys, my life here.  In-between home improvement projects, and dog events, and work trips – fitting in these travel goals just gels.  Finding airfare deals to far-flung places such as Mongolia or Suriname, and seeing if the timing works with my life – that is part of the fun.  Getting an email that details the perils of travel or lists CNN’s latest “hidden gems,” sparks my interest.  Reading through people’s adventures or catching a glimpse of a picture of somewhere I have to go – adding to my ever-growing list of places to visit.  Then, integrating the travel into my life is the adventure and planning makes it part of everyday life.  

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