I always dreamed of backpacking Europe as a child. In 2018 at 57, I decided to pack my old Jansport backpack and travel by train across France, Spain and Portugal. I learned that fear of the unknown can be overcome if you are confident you have prepared and are aware of your surroundings. I learned that fear of the unknown can be overcome if you are confident you have prepared and are aware of your surroundings. I learned to trust myself and made a point of noting streets, landmarks and neighborhoods versus relying on my phone for directions.

Source: Huffington Post January 19, 2019 15:31 UTC