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making it

Jessica Evans

Posted on April 25, 2006

I have made it to squamish safe and sound. Lately, I have had one question rattling around in my head – where is home? I’m back in Canada, and that’s certainly home for me. But as I meet new people and they ask “where are you from?” I always hesitate. Perhaps for so many people that’s an easy question to answer. A real No Brainer. Well, I need some time to think about it.I grew up on the east coast, yet I see no future for myself there. I spent eight years in Toronto, yet I see no future for myself there, either. I find the smell of the ocean, especially that skunky low tide rust and rot smell, strangely comforting. Home is where…

Categories: Big Fat Roadtrip

Tagged: camping, climbing, roadtrip, rock climbing

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homeless homecoming

Jessica Evans

Posted on April 20, 2006

i really pushed yesterday. i drove from about 6am until 1am this morning. when i was trying to decide on a place to sleep, i asked myself, “where do i want to wake up on my birthday?” there was only one answer – by the ocean. i grew up on the east coast, very close to the ocean and i’ve missed it since i moved. my entire eight years in toronto, something didn’t quite feel right. i parked by a picnic area on the west coast of washington state. i know it’s a different ocean then the one i grew up by, but the sounds and smells are the same. i just went for a quiet walk on the beach with the sunrise. amazing.…

Categories: Big Fat Roadtrip

Tagged: camping, climbing, roadtrip, rock climbing

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oh, canada

Jessica Evans

Posted on April 19, 2006

i’m in the middle of idaho, continuing my run for the border. this trip had to end sometime, and it’s just been tough to focus on another two weeks of “drifting” before my return to the quasi-real world. the decision feels great, and the road is treating me well. i think i’m out of the desert by now. well, there’s grass instead of cacti, so i’m guessing i’m out of the desert. i was there for three months. there is lots of time to think now about the big life change approaching quickly. i’m ready to find a job, and ready to not live in my car anymore. it was another uncomfortable night. i hope that i’ll be able to take these experiences with…

Categories: Big Fat Roadtrip

Tagged: camping, climbing, roadtrip, rock climbing

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quit road hit road

Jessica Evans

Posted on April 19, 2006

ah, it’s good to be on the road again. it’s been pedal to the metal at a solid 80km/h. it’s going to be a long drive. i’ve realized that i’ve become addicted to driving as of late. it’s the only place i really get any privacy, and i may as well get my fix now. it’s great to be driving after dark again. i’ve been in bed responsibly by sunset for the past week, and i finally cracked. it’s not like i’ve slept through the night at all the past week. so, farewell, utah. sorry for missing all the scenic overlooks on the way out, but i have to go now. you’ve been really, well, pretty. it’s not you it’s me, i’ll call, no…

Categories: Big Fat Roadtrip

Tagged: camping, climbing, roadtrip, rock climbing

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