Sunday, October 5, 2008

Bad timing

Sorry it took me so long to write again, I've been enjoying my time at home. I jumped right onto the rickshaw and started making money again. Its nice to be back where things are familiar. Now that I have rent money I've been pondering just what to do about my situation. I pondered while i was relaxing in the redwood forest (such an amazing place i don't think words can do it justice) I sat down an tried to write a paper that i was planning to present to schools/classrooms. After thinking it through i decided that it would work out a lot better if i waited until i was home. being on the road changes you, it gives you a bit of a desperation. I didn't think it was right to approach a school in such a manner. Now that I've gotten myself straightened out i think it a more appropriate time to try. A problem I've had is asking myself why? why do i want to go to schools and talk to students about the importance of riding their bikes? I'll probably ask for donations, but money is not the reason, damn money it gets you into a lot more trouble than whats its worth. Fame? that's one that my brother brings up that makes me lol. I don't want fame honestly, but at the same time i do, if i can do good things with it. I have an interesting story, and i live an interesting life. If i can act as a role model, if I am taken seriously then i may be able to change the views of a few people. That's what really matters, as for the why am i doing it?: I think i am doing it for the same reason I started this ride in the first place, to see if i can.

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