6 September 2018by Simone Wylie Preparation boise, leaving6 Comments Leaving Leaving home is probably the scariest thing I have ever done. It involves leaving everything you know and love behind, knowing that not all of it will be there for you when you get back. As the day of departure grew nearer I suffered from the most anxiety I have ever experienced. Evenings alone were the worst, and helping in preparations made everything feel much more real. I think that following your dreams is one of the hardest things to do, but is also one of the most rewarding things you can do. I have never felt such strong, overwhelming, and diverse emotions regarding anything. Crying for reasons I still have yet to figure out, and watching my friends cry over my departure definitely caused me to get cold feet. I had thought that on the plane leaving Boise I would've been in tears, but, sitting on the 11-hour flight to Beijing, I have never felt more relieved. Saying goodbye is the worst part, and being that you see people you love often, you end up doing again and again. Getting on the plane meant I couldn’t turn back, and it was the easiest thing to go along with. Landing will be liberating, it will mean that what all my loved ones have all worked towards is a reality. I can’t wait to learn, love, and experience. Life is scary, but learning how to dive in is the most important lesson, (of which I am only barely learning). Comments (6) ned mcdaniel Simone, courage is in all of us but it is those that dare like you, who bring it out to show the world you haven't submitted to the fear of the unknown but embraced with the faith that you can met every challenge. You are a wonderful daughter to support your father in pursuing his passion which includes giving his daughter the things that make you richer than money can buy. Hopeful, you will gain his instinct for making the right decisions in critical moments and see the magic of the universe unfold it's miracles in what some would call coincidence. Soak it up. 4 years ago Destin Tonkin Simone~ You are such an inspiring young lady! I have anticipated hearing about your travels since 6th grade when you first told me about this grand idea. I am now following your blog and can't wait to hear about your adventures. Travel safe and have the most amazing experience!Warmly,Destin 4 years ago CLARA wow, what an amazing blog! i am very amazed. you now, you should be a book writer or somthing. that was like somthing i'd read in a 5 star book. it just showed such emotion and, i mean, how you put it into words was mind blowing. i am still typing with only my index fingers,in case you were wondering. i can only dream of being as good of a writer someday. you have "blown us all away" (HAMILTON) and for a fourteen year old! although you are very mature. i love you and miss you so bug rug lug doodlen 4 years ago Hilary and Rich We love and are so excited for your trip. I have tears in my eyes and am choked up reading this to Rich. I can't say why, but I know I am proud of your openness and sharing. You two are inner hears 4 years ago Daniel Wylie Hi Chris and Simone. It's hard to imagine you guys are nearly 7,000 miles away. If someone walked 10 miles a day, it would take them 2 years to walk 7,000 miles. Are all the photos posted original or are some stock photos? Be safe and keep posting good pictures. -Dan 4 years ago Mom All those complicated emotions are so well explained my sweet daughter. I love you and thanks for sharing. Bug Hug and kisses. Je t'aime Maman 4 years ago Comments are closed.