Back On Track Brian's Journal, June 5, 1998 With less than a month until we hit the road, things appear to be moving at lightning speed. I've settled into my temporary abode in Los Angeles as Chris and I make final preparations for the quest. In the past two weeks I've left my job, packed up the majority of my possessions, drove a Ryder truck to Nebraska to store stuff with relatives, and flew back to California. I've been lucky enough to have the support of many friends and relatives who have eased the transition and have allowed me to concentrate on the task at hand--creating a community in pursuit of successful living. I must admit that at times it feels as if I've just leapt off a bridge. Fortunately I have faith that a bungie cord is attached to my leg and the ride promises to be a wild one. For the first time in a longtime, I feel exhilarated and excited about life--both the good and bad parts. I've always been a positive, relatively optimistic person, but before the decision to turn my life into something more, I felt as if I was sometimes "going through the motions" and not truly living. It's sad really, how we can become so wrapped up in the monotony of the moment that we lose touch with our feelings, dreams, and desires. So, anyway, I feel like I'm back on track and I hope I've found something that will enable me to realize (at least more often) that life is to be lived, enjoyed, and, most importantly, shared with others. I'll keep you posted. © Brian Ardinger, 1998 BACK TO TOP The Quest | Insights & Inspirations | Our Journey | Community | Home Have questions or comments? Please email us at pathfinder@quest-4.com