I’m not a writer or a photographer. I’m not extremely gifted in some field or even speak a second language. I’m a 22 year old Computer Technician with no college degree and a couple basic certifications. I have been working in the school district since I was 18 and this job feels like my best bet at surviving. Don’t get me wrong I love what I do but this just isn’t the life for me. What I do is very basic and not that challenging and I want a challenge. I could get higher up certification and get a better job in the city maybe that will satisfy my needs but I don’t think so. It will be fun for awhile, getting to do more in the networking field but after awhile I feel like I will be stuck in the same loop. I want to see Machu Picchu, The Great Pyramids, Stone Henge, I want to be in the small villages of Ireland or Thailand. I want to experience other cultures and learn about their history. I’ve contemplated joining the peace corps a couple of times. It would be a good start but what if it leaves a sour taste in my mouth. What if it feels like i’m back in the same loop. I want to pave my own path if I do this. That might sound selfish and seeing me write it it kinda does feel that way. Maybe the peace corps is the route I should take. Is it worth leaving my steady job with good benefits. I know friends that went to school for 4 years that would love to be in my shoes right now. The truth is I would love to hear that they need to lay me off due to school cuts… I would have nothing to lose then.