I am Intrepid

Intrepid is not the first word I would use to describe myself. I would most likely think of myself as cautious and controlled. And yet I also have an internal intrepid spirit which is curious by nature, includes a thirst for knowledge, and can be adventurous and creative.

My curious nature started as a young child and never left me. That phase of why, why, why has continued on through the years. I have always been intrigued by the multitude of answers and possibilities and continue to be intrigued by answers even now.

My adventurous spirit really blossomed as I entered the travel industry. So many opportunities, people and places to discover. I am grateful to have visited Egypt, Vietnam, Cambodia and Dubai on my own. I didn't wait for someone else to be able to travel with me. I forged ahead and grabbed ahold of opportunities as they presented themselves. There have also been times when I've created my own opportunities in the spirit of adventure. I am intrepid while still knowing my own limitations, so I travel carefully making use of guides and tour groups while still pushing myself outside of my comfort zone at times.

Through these experiences I am able to expand my awareness and views of the world. I feel alive and strengthen my capacity for empathy and compassion towards others and my gratitude grows with each experience.

I am intrepid! I am dauntless, brave and have an ongoing curiosity and a thirst for new experiences.