The beginning

One year ago, I wrote a post where I openly shared my thoughts about breaking free from the everyday stress. At that time, I felt trapped in the rat race, tired of the meaningless commute and the never-ending stream of work. But now, one year later, I have taken a big step forward.

I have set a long-term goal for myself – a goal that feels both exciting and scary at the same time. I am going to leave behind the ordinary life and sail the open seas.

Making this decision hasn't been easy, but I feel that it's the right one for me. I long for adventure, for exploring the world on my own terms, and for living life to the fullest. Sailing represents freedom, a chance to break free from the conventional and to find myself in new places, far from the everyday dullness.

Sure, it will be challenging. Leaving behind the safe and familiar is always daunting. But at the same time, I feel an enormous excitement about what lies ahead. Setting sail from land and venturing into the unknown is a dream I have long carried, and now it's finally time to make it happen.

So, join me on this journey! I will document my preparations, my thoughts, and feelings along the way, and hopefully share some unforgettable adventures along the way. Together, we will explore the open seas and all that the world has to offer. 

It will be a journey I will never forget. Come along!

Here you can se my old post.

Starting the day with butterflies in my stomach, though not all of them are good butterflies. It feels mediocre to be stuck in the rat race and head off to work early. Seeing everyone queuing, accidents, and overall pointless commuting.

I've been contemplating a lot today and had some good reflections. I'm going to take care of my body and our farm in a completely different way; now I want to initiate a change.

A long day at the office and more contemplations all the way home, how should I proceed? But one thing at a time and let's see where it leads.

Coming home and having dinner directly with the family, breathing out after a day in the concrete jungle.

After dinner, we took a long walk to the forest to search for mushrooms, one bag of chanterelles later, and we're strolling homewards. Satisfied with the day nonetheless, it's amazing what a moment in nature can do to one's mood. Now it's time to put the kids to bed and wrap up the day to re-enter the rat race tomorrow.