Taking the Plunge into Jeep Life

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TymeKeeper

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JHello fellow Nomads, Dwellers, and other wanderlusters. I have finally after a lot of years trying to figure out who I am taken the plunge. I bought a 1998 Jeep Cherokee Classic, and I'm in the process of renovation. I'm thinking to do it as I go, so that I can hit the road sooner then later, probably in the next week or two. Thinking of heading Sounth from Michigan to Key West. I'm not much of a surfer(but I want to be), not much of a yoga guy(but I want to be). I guess I simply want to live life without guilt and regret. After the Military, I just don't see myself as the stereotypical citizen, and I want to feel good in my skin. So here I am. Hope to meet some awesome people and build meaningful human experiences. 

About my name: Time itself has not been good too me, a lifetime of survival and fighting for success has left me exhausted. Therefore I want to take control of the man made philosophy that is time, and redirect it as I wish. Which is another reason for my #jeeplife move. 

About me: I am 32 years old, a single man who's just looking to connect with the universe. I don't really have any connections with other humans as I've been pretty secluded seems coming home from the Military, but I'm ready to change that. I'll only change it in the most organic way. Ironic that I'm online saying that though huh.

My Moto is "I am, because I have been, therefore I will; I must." My life has taught me that the power of resilience is extraordinary when it comes to the human life. Being able to get back up, takes a different kind of person. I have not always recognized that in myself, but others have, and it's becoming more prevelant the older I get. 

 Not an expert at this site or this lifestyle, but Let's go on an Adventure!!
 
Some people may read my grammatical errors and flinch. I will remind you of the difficulties of typing on my iPhone on this forum, and ask for grace! ;)

Cheers, Billy J. Aka TymeKeeper
 
Hello, I am planning on joining the nomad life later this summer...may your journey be joyful!

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Welcome, Tymekeeper!! We all have our reasons, eh? Sounds like you have a great plan (which is sometimes not having a plan)! Enjoy the journey and please take us along on your conversion and your trip!!
 
For some reason I can't post the pictures form my phone, which is the only device I have or want. So I'm trying to figure that out now. Thanks for the reply! In light and live!
 
Hope you know what jeep means? Just Empty Every Pocket!! Have fun and good luck!
 
What do you mean by, "what Jeep means?!?" and "empty my pockets?!?"
 
Welcome to the CRVL forums TymeKeeper! Sounds like you're ready for some new adventures. Keep us updated as you finish your renovation and hit the road!

To help you learn the ins and outs of these forums, this "Tips & Tricks" post lists some helpful information to get you started. We look forward to hearing more from you.
 
Congrats! I'm leaving on the 23rd this month. In a jeep :) Stay safe and enjoy.
 
TymeKeeper said:
What do you mean by, "what Jeep means?!?" and "empty my pockets?!?"

I assume it's a joke based on the letters that spell jeep.  Probably funnier between jeep folks.


Apropos isolation when returning from the military:  I think I remember that in Germania, Tactitus relates that when Germanic warriors returned from battle they stayed outside the camp for a while.  This was to help them transition from war back to the community.  When they were ready they would re-enter the camp and normal life; perhaps you have rediscovered that method for yourself.

My enlistment was at the end of the Cold War, but after all this time sometimes I still feel a little different.
 
Hello, and welcome!

Good choice with your Jeep! I've had several of them, '84 Comanche pickup, a few Wranglers, and at least three Cherokee iterations. If memory serves you can also tow a bit with them, so if you decide to add a cargo trailer at some point you should be good to go.
 
Welcome aboard Billy!
Thanks for your service and glad you're ready for a new life adventure.Have fun with it!

Typing on any keyboard is a challenge for many here. No worries 'bout that..

The Just Empty Every Pocket is to JEEP
Found On Road Dead is to FORD
Break Out Another Thousand is to BOAT
and many others..
 

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