Comments on: Feeling Lost at Home and at Home on the Road

By: Sharon

Sharon — Tue, 21 Apr 2015 09:16:06 +0000

Mixed emotions are very normal and understandable. Feeling torn between those you love and your lifestyle choice is never easy. I think that mostly, you sound like you are getting it right. Making a decision, making the most of that moment in time and making plans to move on again ………….

By: Charlie on Travel

Charlie on Travel — Mon, 16 Mar 2015 18:09:09 +0000

In reply to Franca. That's good to know, Franca! It's comforting to know that other travellers experience the same kind of emotions when they're visiting home, and it really is a very difficult topic to discuss. As a traveller you're always stuck with that catch 22 of missing your family when you're away, but missing the road when you're home. Trying my best!

By: Franca

Franca — Sun, 15 Mar 2015 21:01:01 +0000

I feel you Charlie. I was home in Italy for Christmas for the first time after a very long time, and even if I liked sharing time with the people I love, I soon felt the urge to live again. Even if it was for a very limited time, my feet were hitching again and I realized how much I missed the travelling life, no matter how hard it can be at times.
I’m sorry you had to live Luke and return to the UK, but I’m also pleased to read you are taking ‘advantage’ of it by making the most of your time at home, great attitude Charlie! :)

By: Charlie on Travel

Charlie on Travel — Thu, 12 Mar 2015 20:00:26 +0000

In reply to anne.

Hi Anne – Lovely to hear from you, and yes, all is going okay. Oh yes, going home in winter is so tough! It’s comforting to hear that other travellers also feel the same way as I do; I miss all of those things very much. I think that when I’m on the road, because Luke and I house sit, those periods of house sitting are very similar to the routine and structure of home which makes us miss it much less. If I was in hostels every day though, I would definitely miss home comforts much, much more. I hope that you can work through your emotions too, and keep enjoying the moment wherever you are. x

By: anne

anne — Thu, 12 Mar 2015 18:13:41 +0000

Hi Charlie – I’m so sorry to hear of the news that brought you home unexpectedly. I hope that is going okay… I understand entirely the feelings you’re experiencing. After nearly 11 months on the road last year, my boyfriend and I went home for 6 weeks (and went home in the dead of freezing cold winter). It was so awesome seeing my friends and family for the first few weeks, taking advantages of the comforts of home and enjoying the holidays. Then reality really sunk in and I did have my days of loneliness. I missed the road and constant sense of adventure. I missed meeting new people and learning about new cultures. We soon bought another one way ticket. But now that I’m back on the road, I’m already tired of lugging my backpack around and want to feel more settled. I’m craving routine and structure… So now I’m trying to manage these emotions and trying to understand where they are coming from. I hope you can get back on the road again soon… stay present, breath in the good moments back in the UK. <3

By: Charlie on Travel

Charlie on Travel — Thu, 12 Mar 2015 17:12:29 +0000

In reply to Katie Featherstone. Hey Katie! C'est la vie. Well, that's what I always try and tell myself anyway! Yes, got to wait for those sunny days to travel in the UK and boy am I glad that Spring is finally on it's way after the dismal tail-end of February that I was here for haha. Oh very cool! I went to Exeter University, so I know the area pretty well. My mum has just relocated to Dorset (while I was away) but we used to holiday here when I was young so I'm pretty familiar with the area, though lots of great places around that I'm yet to explore. I've been to Durdle Door and Kimmeridge, but not Ringstead! And not at all! I love recommendations from other travellers :D Would love to hear more about Dorset actually, especially hiking related or any heritage type sites. I shall await your post on Dorset eagerly!!

By: Charlie on Travel

Charlie on Travel — Thu, 12 Mar 2015 17:09:17 +0000

In reply to Ailene.

Hey Ailene – I am 100% understanding what you’re saying here! Are you at home in Sydney now? Lusting over other travel destinations? Sydney sounds pretty exotic to me, you know! And thank you for the support, it’s much appreciated :)

By: Charlie on Travel

Charlie on Travel — Thu, 12 Mar 2015 17:07:40 +0000

In reply to heather. Thank you, Heather, that's very sweet of you. Nothing too extreme fortunately, and yes, things are picking up for us! Thanks for the good vibes! :)

By: Katie Featherstone

Katie Featherstone — Thu, 12 Mar 2015 15:43:14 +0000

I’m sorry you had to come home that way, but it’s great that you’re trying to carry on travelling now you’re home. It’s great on sunny days- I have been exploring around Exeter too whenever I can, but the South of England can be pretty tricky to access when you don’t have a car. Wilts and Dorset buses are phenomenally expensive! Have you spent much time in Dorset before? Try Durdle Door, Kimmeridge, Ringstead for interesting beaches. Sorry if I’m stating the obvious, but get in touch if you want any other suggestions. I’ve been meaning to write a post about Dorset as I lived there 18 years, but havnt quite got around to it yet!

By: Ailene

Ailene — Thu, 12 Mar 2015 02:01:43 +0000

That is an all too familiar feeling. Being back home in Sydney or being on one place in general has been a hard adjustment. As much as I love being home, I have a love/hate relationship with it too.

It’s good that you’re thinking about exploring your backyard a bit more. Looking forward to reading more about your beautiful country.