Thoughtful Traveling ~ July 2 (Ernest Hemingway)
Channel: Stan McGahey
Date: 2017-07-26

Hello Again Thoughtful Travelers!  Welcome to today’s thought for July 2nd.

It’s by Ernest Hemingway, the American novelist who was awarded the Nobel Prize for Literature in 1954.  The inspiration for many of Hemingway’s books were his travel adventures in Europe, Africa, and Cuba.  He lived from 1899 to 1961.

“Never go on trips with anyone you do not love.” 

So what are your thoughts on today’s quote? Here’s mine.
“This is good advice because when you travel there are many decisions to be made and the meter is always running on your time, money, and energy.  So, ordinary things, such as where to eat or stay, what to do next, which train to take, what time to get up or go to bed, can become bones of contention.  And, whether you’re traveling with your best friend, your spouse, or your sweetie, tension is inevitable. So, be prepared and play nice.   One of my old travel buddies and I always promised not to punch each other out, and it worked.  Some humor and empathy also help.”

Now…here’s the list of all the sources quoted in July. I hope you’ll stop by each day to enjoy all the interesting and insightful things they have to say.  Thanks, and see you tomorrow!