Good morning. So here I go. I start my day by making my way to the coffee pot for my first cup. Then I proceed to the lap top to check on my favorite person to see if she has posted anything new even tho it is not Thursday yet. Do I miss her YES . When someone touches your life in this world we are in like this ,yes you are missed. Like a sister, best friend, travel companion. Girlfriend, mentor for so many of us so yes, but don’t expect me to call you every day because I am doing my own thing. HaHaHa. When I go into withdrawals I go back to the start of your journey and binge all day. So TAKE THAT! You are loved,
Roy...Roy...Roy - my heart smiles when I read your comments! Truly! Thank you for sharing your personal thoughts on the subject. Insightful! A new perspective! Dang it!! Why didn't you call today? Don't you miss me? 😂 You are wonderful!
Funny as usual. Love it. When I am having fun bikepacking, in all honesty, even alone, I don't miss people at all. That does not mean that I am not glad to see them once I get back though. Furthermore, you meet so many people while riding that it fulfills the need for conversation, if such a need be. 🙂
Always happy to hear when someone laughed! Thank you for sharing your personal thoughts! YES - oh gosh do you ever!!! My most joyous experiences have happened because I was along exploring. Nice with others but super exciting when solo.
From what I vaguely remember reading, ants will continue to try to find their "home". No new ants will accept them. Basically, losing your colony is a death sentence. And when it comes to missing people, it's about missing the conversations. Missing their smell. It's missing sharing the experience with that person. So, when someone says, I miss you, it's also saying, "I'm thinking about you" which is always a sign of caring for someone. The sense of being connected to someone is pretty huge for many people. It's not a co-dependent thing, but an actual desire to just share most moments with someone you really, really like as company (continually).
Noooo!! I guess I should have stepped on her for a quick and painless death. I understand what you're sharing. For myself, I think it's because I go into a deep relationship with myself on my trips. I truly LOVE hanging out with ME! My mind and heart are solely focused. I laugh so much! I learn so much! I fall more in love with myself on every adventure! If I started thinking about someone and thinking about how I can't wait to see them again - it would ruin what makes my trips so emotionally powerful and invaluable. Again - this is my natural path of life and do know it is not the common view of most. Which is GREAT!! If most thought like me there'd be way too many people out there so yes everyone...get back in two weeks! 😂 Thank you for taking the time to engage in the question!! 😃
@@HumanontheLoose Believe me. I get it. I just took a mini bike camping trip after a conference about 10 days ago. I've been planning to ESCAPE for about 8 months, but I finally gave MYSELF permission to do it. My partner was 100% on board and didn't think it was a problem to just do the trip. "I" put the restriction on myself. I won't be doing that again. I could only get away for a few days because I had obligations I couldn't cancel, but those 3.5 days were glorious. I biked (on a rail trail - Great Allegheny Passage) as far as my legs would take me - stopping for food when I hit town, and then I camped in a tent as dusk approached. There was no schedule. No goal (except to get back to the car before the cold October rain dampened the trip). It was the best way to bike I can imagine. No stress. No schedule. Smiling ear to ear. And then when I got home, I could be TRULY happy and could share the joy I felt so that my partner got happy me. In the spring I will do the full route I wanted to do versus the partial route as I will be able to carve out ALL the time I need. And I want to do it alone. I don't want to answer to anyone else's needs but my own. I know I won't enjoy it as much if I'm worrying about other people's needs (I'm a people pleaser).
@@HumanontheLoose I thought I had replied, but I don't see it now. Ugh. I said, something like, "I totally get needing to just "do" or "go" somewhere just for yourself. I've been trying to fit that in for months. I finally snuck in a 3.5 day get away to test out my gear and to just do SOMETHING while I can. It was fabulous. I didn't miss my partner because I was BUSY experiencing something new and wonderful>> I mean, come on - Pennsylvania in October? WOW! And I WANTED to do this by myself so that it was no one to please. No one to think about except for what I wanted to do. I did camping too because i didn't want to worry about making X miles until my hotel/BnB. I wanted to pedal until I needed to stop and find a place to pitch a tent. I ate along the way when I was in towns. It was fantastic!!! I WILL be doing the whole trail (and others) in the future. And probably by myself because I don't think anyone else would want to do what I like to do at the pace I like to do it.
They both showed up for me but it’s common for comments not to show up on the feed even though I get alerted to them when they first come through. It’s really frustrating for instance the guy just wrote “very inspiring” but yet his comment is nowhere to be found. What a wonderful comment I enjoyed reading it and it made me smile. I specifically laughed at the fact of you writing ”.5” Hahaha! A gal with attention to detail! Too bad we didn’t live closer sounds like we’d have fun being pedal buds!
Thank you for not being an asshole and putting your tent wherever you feel like. I appreciate you. I live in CO and all of our wild places are being ruined by people being jerks.
Sorry I’m late watching your video. I was down in Northeast Nevada. On my journey through Idaho, I saw several Watch for Stock, signs. So guess where my thoughts went. As an introvert, I too have a love, hate relationship with people. Alone time is very precious to me, so missing people has never been a problem, so I understand your what’s the big deal 😂. That being said, there are people who are very important to me, and when we reunite it is a wonderful experience. While watching your videos it is like catching up with a good friend. That’s why I appreciate you. Thanks for being in this world. 😊
Awesome!!! How was your trip? Haha… I am thrilled to hear I have embedded a marketing visual I don’t have to pay for! 😜 Super cool actually! Awe…that’s nice! Comments are the only way I’ve gotten to know the viewers and the part I look forward to the most. I mean many of us have spent every week for the last year together pretty much. It certainly creates a depth of distant friends that I never imagined when choosing to share my travels. I get it!
@@HumanontheLoose I too am a wanderer, each journey opens a new window. Our trip to Nevada took me from summer into winter 🥶. The route follows the Columbia River watershed and its Snake River tributaries. Each vista, smell and storm, widens my imagination and takes me to new discoveries and deeper wonder. I rode this country as a buckaroo in my younger years, and memories mingle with new experiences. I write articles about these adventures for monthly fly fishing news letters. Writing let’s me share my ideas and observations on life. Hence my appreciation of you putting yourself out there. We both expose our vulnerability. Thank you as always for sharing yourself with us.
Perfect ending with lingering thoughts! Enjoying the comments. Based on the scenario you used, no I do not. I have no inclination to think about who I'd want with me or who I want to get back to see. I am consumed by the adventure! If I started missing people I may feel the trip isn't as grand as I'd hoped. A wonderful selfish time to only self focus. Keep in mind many don't attack adventures as deeply nor as confidently as yourself. This is why it doesn't cross your mind until, as you stated, significant time has passed. Some significant others I know don't want to call but say they must or they will get a full ear if they don't. Creating false misses for the needs of others. Great topic Naomi!
Thank you for sharing your personal thoughts on the subject! Some great points! Your last line - well said as it usually starts with "I have to call..."
I think the ant will miss his tribe if he is not accepted by the new tribe. My guess is that you don't miss people as much as others do because you are having so much fun doing what you do. If you lived a boring life or a life in which you lived with highly unpleasant circumstances you might miss a person that makes you feel good and mentally gives you relief from unpleasant feelings. Thank you for another great video. I love the life you lead and since I am unable to hit the road on my bicycle, at this point in my life, I enjoy living vicariously through you. Can't wait to see your next video. I miss you already.
Well...apparently the ant pro's are saying she will get slaughtered. Your comment "a boring life" was powerful!! Thought provoking!! Thank you for sharing your personal view! So happy to hear you're enjoying my vids!! Truly - thank you! Hahaha...well, that's OK because it's been two weeks! 😉 😂
How I loved your rant. I don't miss anything when I'm on an adventure; I do miss not being on an adventure. Embrace your independence, people! I just spent a month and a half bike packing in France and I didn't want to come home. Also good to know I'm not the only one who wonders about the mental well-being of the ants I displaced along the way.
Interesting perspective on missing people. My job requires me living/working at sea on a boat about 90 days at a time and I noticed I only really feel homesick the first two weeks or so but after awhile you stop thinking about it.
Looking at all those mountains is total eye candy!! That chipmunk was loving on you and any freebies that you had. Your philosophy on missing loved ones, depends on who they are and what part/parts of them you're missin'🥴. You're right, two weeks is not enough time to to get all achy breaky over. The ant will be slayed
First of all, I’m enjoying your videos so much! I totally get what you’re saying about missing people (I remember kids who’d get homesick in the middle of a slumber party and thinking huh? Telling my mom how weird that was - I mean it was one night!)… now, at 60, I feel the same way about vacations and girlfriends calling their husbands daily. I don’t get it 🤷🏼♀️. P.S. I’ve totally wondered about a fly over carried in my truck and whether they feel lost when I let them out the window. LOL
Me too! I'd start thinking something was wrong with me because I didn't miss my parents. Let me try Naomi's humor. Some kids had to call their parents because the parents needed to think they were missed. 😹 A guy in comments said something about the husband calls.
Wonderful to hear LeAnn!! I'm with you both on "when we were kids." I can also relate to women needing to call or text a few times a day while on vacation. Reminds me of Charlotte in the movie Sex and the City 2. Thinking of the fly means you are most likely an empath! A wonderful way to be!
I totally relate to what you are saying about "missing people." I live a nomadic life and just focus on the moment I am involved with at that juncture. The best is when you are in such a adventure where time becomes non-existent....just up and down with the sun. As for the National Forest shitters and the flies I might be scarred for life after your play by play of them in shit and then on your face!!! I might be like the bears from now on!! Naomi you rock!!
Naomi, I love your videos, your positive attitude, confidence, and spunk are uplifting. More people need to see your videos. As a favor to them you need to remind your viewers to "like and subscribe". TH-cam will then recommend your content to more viewers and more people will benefit from your videos. (I know from your comment in a previous videos that you are resistant to this suggestion ... but I also know that you like to help people). Thank you for inspiring me.
Your comment humbles me!! YES - you are right!! It's taken me awhile to feel that way and quite frankly it's the comments on all the videos which inspire me to do more. I'm learning it's all about the thumbnail....if people are clicking on it YT picks up on that and starts to pimp the channel out. The algo doesn't pick up on whether I say "subscribe" "like" but I get your point. It can only happen with new footage as this trip was already done. Those with many subs had huge savings and hired professional YT marketers for their channels or they are in a general market. Bikepacking is a super tiny area...but...I'd like to branch out in general adventure which would grow my channel. Thank you for taking the time to help inspire me!! I really needed it especially since times right now are darn tough!
The ant thing was hilarious. I've actually thought that about flys that get stuck in the car and you finally get them out of the car hundreds of miles away. Do they go, WTH, where am I? You just haven't found anyone on the same wavelength as you. When you do, you'll miss them because it'll feel like a part of you is missing when they're gone.
Hahahaha...me too!! Do you know I had a fly in my car in the woods then ended up in a dry area with no trees so I didn't let him out until I was back in trees again. But - he would get out with all windows down so I literally pull the car over and open all the doors. LOVED the way you summarized how "missing someone" happens. You were the first to give a new perspective and one of which is truly a beautiful meaning!
Yeah! TY sooo much, Its always great to see new content from you and it brings a smile to my heart. Funny the things you think about when your off by yourself. Interesting topic missing people? I think with loved ones I feel obliged to call and let them know I love them and miss them. I try to keep an online journal so people know I'm still alive. The reality is, the one I really was missing is my dog. Weird I know, but Coco is my true love. Although , I seem to always end up alone, I'd still like to believe sharing the magic of the journey is best shared. I'd love to try a long tour with "the one". If 2 people can make it through all the ups and downs of a bike adventure I think they can make it through anything. What's up with you and those disease carrying thieves, Charlie and Chip? Freudian=freaky kinky furry? LOL🦊🐹🐭🐿🐿🦄🚴
LOVED your reply and thank you so much for sharing your personal thoughts!! In NO WAY is missing a pet over a human "weird" as I think it's actually very common. Pets before people. Especially since they don't know where you are...when you'll return...text you. 😂 I will certainly follow through on your "the one" idea one day. "The one" I happened to run into at the right time in life out of all the "other ones." 😂
@@HumanontheLoose I know not weird, and yes very common (fur Babies) animals are nicer than people. I just take it further. I'm a vegetarian and its all about the raising of animals to kill and eat them. Don't get me started. Another great topic for a campfire discussion. My argument for the missing of human contact, the magic of a campfire discussion. its really about the missing of the shared experience. I believe the experience is better if with a loved one. But also cool to share with other like minded HUMANS! One of your many amazing qualities is your independence . LOL yep "All the other ones"🦄🚵♀
I tried to post a link to Amazon where you could get a stuffed "Charlie", but it got taken down. Ah well...loved the ant "saga". Super vid as usual! But do get a Charlie, you could bungie him to your handlebars! :)
I don't miss people either, apart from you, Naomi, how am I going to get through to you're next video. The sleepless nights, the longing, my whole life is on hold, if only I could walk barefoot over red hot coals, just to hold you're hand. OK thats enough. I'm only joking, I do enjoy you're stuff, all the same.
You're hysterical!! LOVED your comment and even more because you felt the need to write "only joking." Whoever gets that in non-joking form will be one lucky gal!
I loved the ant story! When I was a kid, I always thought that it would be good to be a fly, since you could sneak on planes and travel all over the world for free!
I work opposite hours as my wife. For the last 10 years I come home and she’s asleep and when I get up she’s gone. So I can go multiple days without really having any interaction with her. But whenever I go camping, which is about 10-12 times a year, I always have this weird feeling of missing her.
I enjoyed your comment since your situation is so different than most couples. Interesting. Maybe in the house her presence is there but away she's totally gone. I don't know but cool to think about.
A question. I like it! I'm not as secure in my own skin as you are so I miss people sooner. I probably land in the selfish miss area sometimes. Next time I feel like I miss my boyfriend I'm going to think about what you said. Do I really miss him or am I just feeling lonely. Now I just need a long adventure to see. LOL
Oh my GOD! 2 weeks! I miss my wife in just a few days. Because I adore her and we are one vs two - definitely not "healthy" but its wonderful. 30 years in two weeks. I do solo backpacking....my wife goes with me one or two times a year but I really miss her when I'm in those unbelievable places (Sierra Nevadas) and I want nothing more than to share it with her. I'm a little sad that you don't have those experiences. You seem to get along just fine the way you are. I know I won't get this answer here, but how is it that someone so FABULOUS hasn't "settled down". You appear to be the whole package of wit, beauty, fun and energy. Like my brothers girlfriends....he's the "crazy" brother. My wife an I used to look at his really cute and put together girlfriends and wonder "whats wrong with her" ....that she would fall for my brother. So...Ms. Human...whats not seen about you...what are we missing? For gods sake you have a pet wild squirrel...I'm peeling open my quite weathered "laminated list" ...if there are skeletons in the closet, I should know before adding you. Have a great and wonderful day God Dammit....now I have to get the answer to the ant conundrum.
Hahahahaha! Such a WONDERFUL post!! 👏 😃 So kind! But you will get the answer here. I'm an open book! Years ago "til death do us part" was marrying young to build the tribe and dying at 30yrs old the average life span. Now it represents a few lifetimes. I could have been married a few times and with one be worth 100 million right now. BUT - no one I fell in love with kept me thinking I could commit to such a huge span of my life. I also love change and am empowered managing life on my own. One day when I get older I will make the choice when I'm back to one life span. Hahaha...I guess that lands me around 70yrs old. You are awesome and touched you found your "one" who will last you "many" lifetimes!
Seems like you've been meeting lots of interesting people on this journey. And wasn't the journey what you set out for? Chipmunks and stuffed animals reminding you of people (and furry friends) back home doesn't seem detached to me. Quite the opposite. I'm grateful you're including us on our journey.
It was!! I don't feel detached from people I just don't miss them. Although when I thought of Charlie I did miss him for that brief moment but in no way wanted to get back sooner to see him. My pleasure and happy you're along for the ride!
Interesting and reasonable assessment. I accept! 🐿 ❤️ Hahaha...never would have crossed my mind although my boyfriends could be a little nuts - after dating me. 😂
The only 'people' I've quietly missed are my cats when I've been on a trip (for the first few days) and i get over the feelings and get into trip-mode. Never have i missed any persons whilst tripping; I'm not a romantic and people who gush about missing their significant other make me hurl. Additionally, I am more like a feral cat than the metaphorical ant referenced. I don't necessarily care to socialize or engage unless Need speaks or my internal radar says somebody might be cool. That being said, I've had more cool interactions traveling than when at home; 'home' is rife with entities i have to play nice with that I'd prefer to see doing a Wiley Coyote impression over a cliff...
"people who gush about missing their significant other make me hurl" 😂 Your last line "rife with entities" was just as wonderful! Cheers to the coolest interactions with folks while adventure traveling! I feel a deeper connection with them as we already know we have that in common. Thank you for sharing your personal thoughts!!
My wife and MIL talk every night, but their conversations have devolved into the same questions every night. What's for dinner? Was it good? Then the MIL frets over the damnedest things like a coffee pot left on until 11am. That kind of stuff is mindless chatter.
Yes, I had to Google MIL. 😂 That sounds like the conversations I hear when a friend calls their significant other while away. It's rare to hear a conversation that makes me think...oh...I get why they need to speak daily. Thanks for sharing your thoughts!
Or....I wonder if the ant feels triggered by using the word tribe? Maybe he feels free in your tent not having to meet the expectations of all the other worker ants. Maybe he doesn't agree with the vast majority of of ants conforming to whatever is normal for the time? Maybe his central nervous system is regulated, calm and safe in your environment? So......no......I don't think he misses Jack shit! Also what Melissa Sinclair said......
So I signed on using my laptop vs cell phone and this post was in "held for review" because you posted a link. My account is setup to hold all links since many spammers post links. I just approved it hence it's appearance. I'll go check it out now.
@@ltdattnspn Ohhhh! Believe it or not I still didn't get the "person" part until I asked a friend. LOL! I'm really disconnected from all of THAT and plan to stay ignorant on the subject. It helps not being in an office atmosphere or having kids. I guess I was suppose to ask the female ant if it felt like a male or inbetween! Nahhhh...I'll just continue being me and the ant can take the time to let me know what it wants to be called.
Why don't you come here and live with me in Philippines be my wife I promise you I will love you more than any other man can give. Everything is cheap here also like in Thailand. ❤❤❤
I ride alone because I simply want to be alone, I never want to stop the trips, I rarely miss people, generally people suck, especially in groups. I want my bride to know I’m safe, but honestly I couldn’t care less about sharing my experience with anyone and I couldn’t care less what people think about that. I love meeting people as I ride, crossing Canada I kept track and talked to over 300 strangers, great to chat, and great to see them in my mirror as I bugger off. I won’t ride with friends, only my boys when they can join me. The boys / men now, are awesome companions, they don’t whine or bitch and they’re always up for the challenge. I simply don’t want my experience to be impacted by anyone, selfish maybe, and again don’t care! It’s me, my bike, my gear and travel guitar, a must have to fill the evenings, but other than that I simply don’t give a rats ass :) I will say that after a couple months on the road I did start to miss Cheryl, but for Christ sakes we’ve been together since 1981, so I’m sure she’s happy to be on her own when I’m gone, and she encourages me to have a life that includes time on my/our own. Seems to work for us and after what, 42 freaking years together it keeps both of us fresh and happy, what else could you ask for. Dependency is a fools game, bound to fail at some point, again my opinion with virtually zero thought to what others think. Life is short, it’s my life that I share with her but we’ve never wanted to give up who we are as individuals, loosing our identities like a couple of BORG from Star Trek. You’re not alone in your opinion, you’re strong, independent and adventurous, an outstanding role model for young women who have the common sense to put their phones down and see life live, not produced and spoon fed to them on stupid Facebook or tik tok. Always entertaining and always puts a smile on my face.. thanks for sharing these! Cheers from Canada as always, Rick
Wonderful comment! Thank you for sharing your personal experience! Whenever people want to do things alone those uncomfortable with the thought like to sabotage it by using words like "selfish." It's quite humorous and always has me rolling my eyes. I remember that was used when I was in the baby making window and by not wanting kids some would say I was being selfish. I'd think to myself...misery loves company. 😂 Which goes with your saying...yes people can suck! Thank you for your kind words!! 😃
Good morning. So here I go. I start my day by making my way to the coffee pot for my first cup. Then I proceed to the lap top to check on my favorite person to see if she has posted anything new even tho it is not Thursday yet. Do I miss her YES . When someone touches your life in this world we are in like this ,yes you are missed. Like a sister, best friend, travel companion. Girlfriend, mentor for so many of us so yes, but don’t expect me to call you every day because I am doing my own thing. HaHaHa. When I go into withdrawals I go back to the start of your journey and binge all day. So TAKE THAT! You are loved,
Good reversal!
Roy...Roy...Roy - my heart smiles when I read your comments! Truly! Thank you for sharing your personal thoughts on the subject. Insightful! A new perspective! Dang it!! Why didn't you call today? Don't you miss me? 😂 You are wonderful!
Funny as usual. Love it. When I am having fun bikepacking, in all honesty, even alone, I don't miss people at all. That does not mean that I am not glad to see them once I get back though. Furthermore, you meet so many people while riding that it fulfills the need for conversation, if such a need be. 🙂
Always happy to hear when someone laughed! Thank you for sharing your personal thoughts! YES - oh gosh do you ever!!! My most joyous experiences have happened because I was along exploring. Nice with others but super exciting when solo.
From what I vaguely remember reading, ants will continue to try to find their "home". No new ants will accept them. Basically, losing your colony is a death sentence.
And when it comes to missing people, it's about missing the conversations. Missing their smell. It's missing sharing the experience with that person. So, when someone says, I miss you, it's also saying, "I'm thinking about you" which is always a sign of caring for someone. The sense of being connected to someone is pretty huge for many people. It's not a co-dependent thing, but an actual desire to just share most moments with someone you really, really like as company (continually).
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Noooo!! I guess I should have stepped on her for a quick and painless death.
I understand what you're sharing. For myself, I think it's because I go into a deep relationship with myself on my trips. I truly LOVE hanging out with ME! My mind and heart are solely focused. I laugh so much! I learn so much! I fall more in love with myself on every adventure! If I started thinking about someone and thinking about how I can't wait to see them again - it would ruin what makes my trips so emotionally powerful and invaluable. Again - this is my natural path of life and do know it is not the common view of most. Which is GREAT!! If most thought like me there'd be way too many people out there so yes everyone...get back in two weeks! 😂 Thank you for taking the time to engage in the question!! 😃
@@HumanontheLoose Believe me. I get it.
I just took a mini bike camping trip after a conference about 10 days ago. I've been planning to ESCAPE for about 8 months, but I finally gave MYSELF permission to do it. My partner was 100% on board and didn't think it was a problem to just do the trip. "I" put the restriction on myself. I won't be doing that again.
I could only get away for a few days because I had obligations I couldn't cancel, but those 3.5 days were glorious.
I biked (on a rail trail - Great Allegheny Passage) as far as my legs would take me - stopping for food when I hit town, and then I camped in a tent as dusk approached. There was no schedule. No goal (except to get back to the car before the cold October rain dampened the trip). It was the best way to bike I can imagine. No stress. No schedule. Smiling ear to ear.
And then when I got home, I could be TRULY happy and could share the joy I felt so that my partner got happy me.
In the spring I will do the full route I wanted to do versus the partial route as I will be able to carve out ALL the time I need.
And I want to do it alone. I don't want to answer to anyone else's needs but my own. I know I won't enjoy it as much if I'm worrying about other people's needs (I'm a people pleaser).
@@HumanontheLoose I thought I had replied, but I don't see it now. Ugh.
I said, something like, "I totally get needing to just "do" or "go" somewhere just for yourself. I've been trying to fit that in for months. I finally snuck in a 3.5 day get away to test out my gear and to just do SOMETHING while I can. It was fabulous. I didn't miss my partner because I was BUSY experiencing something new and wonderful>> I mean, come on - Pennsylvania in October? WOW!
And I WANTED to do this by myself so that it was no one to please. No one to think about except for what I wanted to do. I did camping too because i didn't want to worry about making X miles until my hotel/BnB. I wanted to pedal until I needed to stop and find a place to pitch a tent. I ate along the way when I was in towns. It was fantastic!!! I WILL be doing the whole trail (and others) in the future. And probably by myself because I don't think anyone else would want to do what I like to do at the pace I like to do it.
They both showed up for me but it’s common for comments not to show up on the feed even though I get alerted to them when they first come through. It’s really frustrating for instance the guy just wrote “very inspiring” but yet his comment is nowhere to be found.
What a wonderful comment I enjoyed reading it and it made me smile. I specifically laughed at the fact of you writing ”.5” Hahaha! A gal with attention to detail! Too bad we didn’t live closer sounds like we’d have fun being pedal buds!
That is such beautiful scenery. I'd love to smell those pine trees.
Thank you for not being an asshole and putting your tent wherever you feel like. I appreciate you. I live in CO and all of our wild places are being ruined by people being jerks.
You are welcome!
I was missing your humor, glad it came back, Ha.
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Sorry I’m late watching your video. I was down in Northeast Nevada. On my journey through Idaho, I saw several Watch for Stock, signs. So guess where my thoughts went. As an introvert, I too have a love, hate relationship with people. Alone time is very precious to me, so missing people has never been a problem, so I understand your what’s the big deal 😂. That being said, there are people who are very important to me, and when we reunite it is a wonderful experience. While watching your videos it is like catching up with a good friend. That’s why I appreciate you. Thanks for being in this world. 😊
Awesome!!! How was your trip? Haha… I am thrilled to hear I have embedded a marketing visual I don’t have to pay for! 😜 Super cool actually! Awe…that’s nice! Comments are the only way I’ve gotten to know the viewers and the part I look forward to the most. I mean many of us have spent every week for the last year together pretty much. It certainly creates a depth of distant friends that I never imagined when choosing to share my travels. I get it!
@@HumanontheLoose I too am a wanderer, each journey opens a new window. Our trip to Nevada took me from summer into winter 🥶. The route follows the Columbia River watershed and its Snake River tributaries. Each vista, smell and storm, widens my imagination and takes me to new discoveries and deeper wonder. I rode this country as a buckaroo in my younger years, and memories mingle with new experiences. I write articles about these adventures for monthly fly fishing news letters. Writing let’s me share my ideas and observations on life. Hence my appreciation of you putting yourself out there. We both expose our vulnerability. Thank you as always for sharing yourself with us.
Always a pleasure, thank you .
As are your comments!! 🤗
Gorgeous upload and topic as well! This was enjoyable and simply beautifully presented!
Such kind words! Thank you for letting me know! 😃
Perfect ending with lingering thoughts! Enjoying the comments. Based on the scenario you used, no I do not. I have no inclination to think about who I'd want with me or who I want to get back to see. I am consumed by the adventure! If I started missing people I may feel the trip isn't as grand as I'd hoped. A wonderful selfish time to only self focus. Keep in mind many don't attack adventures as deeply nor as confidently as yourself. This is why it doesn't cross your mind until, as you stated, significant time has passed. Some significant others I know don't want to call but say they must or they will get a full ear if they don't. Creating false misses for the needs of others. Great topic Naomi!
Thank you for sharing your personal thoughts on the subject! Some great points! Your last line - well said as it usually starts with "I have to call..."
You made me chuckle, my guess the ant will be just fine…lol…
I think the ant will miss his tribe if he is not accepted by the new tribe.
My guess is that you don't miss people as much as others do because you are having so much fun doing what you do. If you lived a boring life or a life in which you lived with highly unpleasant circumstances you might miss a person that makes you feel good and mentally gives you relief from unpleasant feelings.
Thank you for another great video. I love the life you lead and since I am unable to hit the road on my bicycle, at this point in my life, I enjoy living vicariously through you. Can't wait to see your next video. I miss you already.
Well...apparently the ant pro's are saying she will get slaughtered. Your comment "a boring life" was powerful!! Thought provoking!! Thank you for sharing your personal view! So happy to hear you're enjoying my vids!! Truly - thank you! Hahaha...well, that's OK because it's been two weeks! 😉 😂
How I loved your rant. I don't miss anything when I'm on an adventure; I do miss not being on an adventure. Embrace your independence, people! I just spent a month and a half bike packing in France and I didn't want to come home. Also good to know I'm not the only one who wonders about the mental well-being of the ants I displaced along the way.
Happy to hear!! LOVED your expression! Ohhh..niiiiiice!!! I feel ya!! "The mental well-being of ants" 😂 😂
Interesting perspective on missing people. My job requires me living/working at sea on a boat about 90 days at a time and I noticed I only really feel homesick the first two weeks or so but after awhile you stop thinking about it.
Thank you for sharing your personal thoughts on the subject!! Interesting. The opposite of how most of us view "missing." I like it!
Looking at all those mountains is total eye candy!! That chipmunk was loving on you and any freebies that you had. Your philosophy on missing loved ones, depends on who they are and what part/parts of them you're missin'🥴. You're right, two weeks is not enough time to to get all achy breaky over.
The ant will be slayed
I guess he was wasn't he. Great point - when it comes to "parts" two weeks may stir thoughts. 😂
First of all, I’m enjoying your videos so much! I totally get what you’re saying about missing people (I remember kids who’d get homesick in the middle of a slumber party and thinking huh? Telling my mom how weird that was - I mean it was one night!)… now, at 60, I feel the same way about vacations and girlfriends calling their husbands daily. I don’t get it 🤷🏼♀️. P.S. I’ve totally wondered about a fly over carried in my truck and whether they feel lost when I let them out the window. LOL
Me too! I'd start thinking something was wrong with me because I didn't miss my parents. Let me try Naomi's humor. Some kids had to call their parents because the parents needed to think they were missed. 😹 A guy in comments said something about the husband calls.
Wonderful to hear LeAnn!! I'm with you both on "when we were kids." I can also relate to women needing to call or text a few times a day while on vacation. Reminds me of Charlotte in the movie Sex and the City 2. Thinking of the fly means you are most likely an empath! A wonderful way to be!
Amazing mountains Naomi 🙂
Totally miss you, greets from Poland!
😂 It's been two weeks so you're good! 😉
Your vlogs are addictive 😅
i am with you on missing people thing, a week or two, eyeroll hehe
Once in awhile.... but not to often. Great video, I have now subscribed... thanks
Your comment made my day!! It’s moments like this which motivate me to keep my channel going.
😂 you are funny. 🤔 missing people. This and the black ant cracked me up!
Love when folks let me know where they laughed in footage. Let's me know who has a similar sense of humor.
I totally relate to what you are saying about "missing people." I live a nomadic life and just focus on the moment I am involved with at that juncture. The best is when you are in such a adventure where time becomes non-existent....just up and down with the sun. As for the National Forest shitters and the flies I might be scarred for life after your play by play of them in shit and then on your face!!! I might be like the bears from now on!! Naomi you rock!!
Gosh - great expression! "You're in such an adventure where times becomes non-existent." "National Forest Shitters" 😂 😂
Naomi, I love your videos, your positive attitude, confidence, and spunk are uplifting. More people need to see your videos. As a favor to them you need to remind your viewers to "like and subscribe". TH-cam will then recommend your content to more viewers and more people will benefit from your videos. (I know from your comment in a previous videos that you are resistant to this suggestion ... but I also know that you like to help people). Thank you for inspiring me.
Your comment humbles me!! YES - you are right!! It's taken me awhile to feel that way and quite frankly it's the comments on all the videos which inspire me to do more. I'm learning it's all about the thumbnail....if people are clicking on it YT picks up on that and starts to pimp the channel out. The algo doesn't pick up on whether I say "subscribe" "like" but I get your point. It can only happen with new footage as this trip was already done. Those with many subs had huge savings and hired professional YT marketers for their channels or they are in a general market. Bikepacking is a super tiny area...but...I'd like to branch out in general adventure which would grow my channel. Thank you for taking the time to help inspire me!! I really needed it especially since times right now are darn tough!
The ant thing was hilarious. I've actually thought that about flys that get stuck in the car and you finally get them out of the car hundreds of miles away. Do they go, WTH, where am I?
You just haven't found anyone on the same wavelength as you. When you do, you'll miss them because it'll feel like a part of you is missing when they're gone.
Hahahaha...me too!! Do you know I had a fly in my car in the woods then ended up in a dry area with no trees so I didn't let him out until I was back in trees again. But - he would get out with all windows down so I literally pull the car over and open all the doors. LOVED the way you summarized how "missing someone" happens. You were the first to give a new perspective and one of which is truly a beautiful meaning!
Agree, about missing a person , it’s crazy....
Thanks for sharing your thoughts!
good one! 🐜 😉
Yeah! TY sooo much, Its always great to see new content from you and it brings a smile to my heart. Funny the things you think about when your off by yourself. Interesting topic missing people? I think with loved ones I feel obliged to call and let them know I love them and miss them. I try to keep an online journal so people know I'm still alive. The reality is, the one I really was missing is my dog. Weird I know, but Coco is my true love. Although , I seem to always end up alone, I'd still like to believe sharing the magic of the journey is best shared. I'd love to try a long tour with "the one". If 2 people can make it through all the ups and downs of a bike adventure I think they can make it through anything. What's up with you and those disease carrying thieves, Charlie and Chip? Freudian=freaky kinky furry? LOL🦊🐹🐭🐿🐿🦄🚴
LOVED your reply and thank you so much for sharing your personal thoughts!! In NO WAY is missing a pet over a human "weird" as I think it's actually very common. Pets before people. Especially since they don't know where you are...when you'll return...text you. 😂 I will certainly follow through on your "the one" idea one day. "The one" I happened to run into at the right time in life out of all the "other ones." 😂
@@HumanontheLoose I know not weird, and yes very common (fur Babies) animals are nicer than people. I just take it further. I'm a vegetarian and its all about the raising of animals to kill and eat them. Don't get me started. Another great topic for a campfire discussion. My argument for the missing of human contact, the magic of a campfire discussion. its really about the missing of the shared experience. I believe the experience is better if with a loved one. But also cool to share with other like minded HUMANS! One of your many amazing qualities is your independence . LOL yep "All the other ones"🦄🚵♀
PS. I will never go into a campground toilet feeling the same. 😆
Haha when I am adventuring I typically end up missing creature comforts before people. I’m happy you shared this next part of your adventure
Cheers to that!!
I tried to post a link to Amazon where you could get a stuffed "Charlie", but it got taken down. Ah well...loved the ant "saga". Super vid as usual! But do get a Charlie, you could bungie him to your handlebars! :)
YOU are TOO cute!!! "The ant saga" hahahahaha!!
Detach. Humm... Good word.
Being an outgoing hermit , as long as the animals and trees about im not so lonesome ...
Excellent point!
I don't miss people either, apart from you, Naomi, how am I going to get through to you're next video. The sleepless nights, the longing, my whole life is on hold, if only I could walk barefoot over red hot coals, just to hold you're hand. OK thats enough. I'm only joking, I do enjoy you're stuff, all the same.
Great comment! You had me laughing!
The dear miss Naomi does
build a bird house in our souls🙂🕊️
☮️kevin
You're hysterical!! LOVED your comment and even more because you felt the need to write "only joking." Whoever gets that in non-joking form will be one lucky gal!
@Kevin Mack Truly beautiful Kevin. If I had the skill of drawing I would have loved attempting to draw the visual.
I loved the ant story! When I was a kid, I always thought that it would be good to be a fly, since you could sneak on planes and travel all over the world for free!
Hahaha...thank you for sharing such a wonderful memory!!
I work opposite hours as my wife. For the last 10 years I come home and she’s asleep and when I get up she’s gone. So I can go multiple days without really having any interaction with her. But whenever I go camping, which is about 10-12 times a year, I always have this weird feeling of missing her.
I enjoyed your comment since your situation is so different than most couples. Interesting. Maybe in the house her presence is there but away she's totally gone. I don't know but cool to think about.
I did laugh. And I have never thought that about the flies, but I sure do now. Ps. I miss you ;)
He laughed! 👏 Happy to add new thoughts to your camping days. 😂 Ps. That's nice since it's been two weeks. 😉
i have "Missed" you!! hehe hehehe so funny love it :)
It’s been two weeks so that’s OK. Haha! You are kind!
A question. I like it! I'm not as secure in my own skin as you are so I miss people sooner. I probably land in the selfish miss area sometimes. Next time I feel like I miss my boyfriend I'm going to think about what you said. Do I really miss him or am I just feeling lonely. Now I just need a long adventure to see. LOL
Thank you for sharing your personal thoughts on the subject! You'll have to let us know what you discover about yourself! 😉
Why I go to nature? Solitude, views. Solitude, oops, I said that already. And to decompress.
Great point!!
Excellent
Oh my GOD! 2 weeks! I miss my wife in just a few days. Because I adore her and we are one vs two - definitely not "healthy" but its wonderful. 30 years in two weeks. I do solo backpacking....my wife goes with me one or two times a year but I really miss her when I'm in those unbelievable places (Sierra Nevadas) and I want nothing more than to share it with her.
I'm a little sad that you don't have those experiences. You seem to get along just fine the way you are. I know I won't get this answer here, but how is it that someone so FABULOUS hasn't "settled down". You appear to be the whole package of wit, beauty, fun and energy. Like my brothers girlfriends....he's the "crazy" brother. My wife an I used to look at his really cute and put together girlfriends and wonder "whats wrong with her" ....that she would fall for my brother. So...Ms. Human...whats not seen about you...what are we missing? For gods sake you have a pet wild squirrel...I'm peeling open my quite weathered "laminated list" ...if there are skeletons in the closet, I should know before adding you.
Have a great and wonderful day God Dammit....now I have to get the answer to the ant conundrum.
Hahahahaha! Such a WONDERFUL post!! 👏 😃 So kind! But you will get the answer here. I'm an open book! Years ago "til death do us part" was marrying young to build the tribe and dying at 30yrs old the average life span. Now it represents a few lifetimes. I could have been married a few times and with one be worth 100 million right now. BUT - no one I fell in love with kept me thinking I could commit to such a huge span of my life. I also love change and am empowered managing life on my own. One day when I get older I will make the choice when I'm back to one life span. Hahaha...I guess that lands me around 70yrs old. You are awesome and touched you found your "one" who will last you "many" lifetimes!
We call chipmunks mini-bears around here. No food is safe from them.
Cute and a funny visual.
Seems like you've been meeting lots of interesting people on this journey. And wasn't the journey what you set out for? Chipmunks and stuffed animals reminding you of people (and furry friends) back home doesn't seem detached to me. Quite the opposite. I'm grateful you're including us on our journey.
It was!! I don't feel detached from people I just don't miss them. Although when I thought of Charlie I did miss him for that brief moment but in no way wanted to get back sooner to see him. My pleasure and happy you're along for the ride!
Great ant story
Thank you! I'm always just as surprised by what comes out of my mouth!
Haha, will the ant miss his / her tribe 😂
Funny minds think alike!
Your Totem is definitely a squirrel 🐿
No there is no association with your boyfriend either, just Charlie and now Chuckie?
Interesting and reasonable assessment. I accept! 🐿 ❤️ Hahaha...never would have crossed my mind although my boyfriends could be a little nuts - after dating me. 😂
Foodies Unite!🍫🍪🍩
Let me add 🍦 🍨 to our list!!
my bike has a name too hehe
What’s the name?
I miss you.
The only 'people' I've quietly missed are my cats when I've been on a trip (for the first few days) and i get over the feelings and get into trip-mode. Never have i missed any persons whilst tripping; I'm not a romantic and people who gush about missing their significant other make me hurl. Additionally, I am more like a feral cat than the metaphorical ant referenced. I don't necessarily care to socialize or engage unless Need speaks or my internal radar says somebody might be cool. That being said, I've had more cool interactions traveling than when at home; 'home' is rife with entities i have to play nice with that I'd prefer to see doing a Wiley Coyote impression over a cliff...
"people who gush about missing their significant other make me hurl" 😂 Your last line "rife with entities" was just as wonderful! Cheers to the coolest interactions with folks while adventure traveling! I feel a deeper connection with them as we already know we have that in common. Thank you for sharing your personal thoughts!!
My wife and MIL talk every night, but their conversations have devolved into the same questions every night. What's for dinner? Was it good? Then the MIL frets over the damnedest things like a coffee pot left on until 11am. That kind of stuff is mindless chatter.
Yes, I had to Google MIL. 😂 That sounds like the conversations I hear when a friend calls their significant other while away. It's rare to hear a conversation that makes me think...oh...I get why they need to speak daily. Thanks for sharing your thoughts!
I don’t miss people , just my dogs .
There are a zillion people who would agree with you as would I - if I had a dog. Thank for answering the question!
An ant without it's tribe is sure to perish a lonely death.
Noooooooooo!!!! I should have stepped on him for a quick painless death.
Garden haiku
fretwork tatting garth
partridge foraging about
loopers flag tumbles
☮️kevin
I wonder. If you got 0 likes, and 0 comments. How many days would it take you to miss your fans.
More than two weeks!😛
Missing my wife on a bike tour ... guilty.
Hahahahaha....GREAT comment! Wishing you a 2023 year filled with wheeeee's!!
It was a poop ant that hitched a ride from the house of flies. He did not miss his crappy life
😂 Awesome!! There's a great animated movie there somewhere!!
❤👌😘
Or....I wonder if the ant feels triggered by using the word tribe?
Maybe he feels free in your tent not having to meet the expectations of all the other worker ants.
Maybe he doesn't agree with the vast majority of of ants conforming to whatever is normal for the time?
Maybe his central nervous system is regulated, calm and safe in your environment?
So......no......I don't think he misses Jack shit!
Also what Melissa Sinclair said......
I absolutely love the fact you’re using the ant reference!! Hahaha!! I wonder if we are the only ones in the world having this “ant” conversation. 🤔
@@HumanontheLoose
Well I wonder......are we not just "ants" having a conversation?
th-cam.com/video/BfuOzSWtxRw/w-d-xo.html
So I signed on using my laptop vs cell phone and this post was in "held for review" because you posted a link. My account is setup to hold all links since many spammers post links. I just approved it hence it's appearance. I'll go check it out now.
That was fascinating. So to answer your question...yes!
@@HumanontheLoose I sooooooo wish I could attach a link without all the hassle.
We could have so much fun!
doughperson
I have no idea what that means.
@@HumanontheLoose you said Pillsbury doughgirl, then doughboy, early in the video; just a joke about gender-based language and fun with pronouns!
@@ltdattnspn Ohhhh! Believe it or not I still didn't get the "person" part until I asked a friend. LOL! I'm really disconnected from all of THAT and plan to stay ignorant on the subject. It helps not being in an office atmosphere or having kids. I guess I was suppose to ask the female ant if it felt like a male or inbetween! Nahhhh...I'll just continue being me and the ant can take the time to let me know what it wants to be called.
Why don't you come here and live with me in Philippines be my wife I promise you I will love you more than any other man can give. Everything is cheap here also like in Thailand. ❤❤❤
PC sucks don’t it……………
Are you referencing Park City?
How woke is it out there, that you cannot use old sayings?
Great comment! I was being a smartass.
It's not brrrrrrr here in south FLA. It is overcast and they are calling for rain.
I ride alone because I simply want to be alone, I never want to stop the trips, I rarely miss people, generally people suck, especially in groups.
I want my bride to know I’m safe, but honestly I couldn’t care less about sharing my experience with anyone and I couldn’t care less what people think about that.
I love meeting people as I ride, crossing Canada I kept track and talked to over 300 strangers, great to chat, and great to see them in my mirror as I bugger off.
I won’t ride with friends, only my boys when they can join me. The boys / men now, are awesome companions, they don’t whine or bitch and they’re always up for the challenge.
I simply don’t want my experience to be impacted by anyone, selfish maybe, and again don’t care!
It’s me, my bike, my gear and travel guitar, a must have to fill the evenings, but other than that I simply don’t give a rats ass :)
I will say that after a couple months on the road I did start to miss Cheryl, but for Christ sakes we’ve been together since 1981, so I’m sure she’s happy to be on her own when I’m gone, and she encourages me to have a life that includes time on my/our own. Seems to work for us and after what, 42 freaking years together it keeps both of us fresh and happy, what else could you ask for. Dependency is a fools game, bound to fail at some point, again my opinion with virtually zero thought to what others think. Life is short, it’s my life that I share with her but we’ve never wanted to give up who we are as individuals, loosing our identities like a couple of BORG from Star Trek.
You’re not alone in your opinion, you’re strong, independent and adventurous, an outstanding role model for young women who have the common sense to put their phones down and see life live, not produced and spoon fed to them on stupid Facebook or tik tok.
Always entertaining and always puts a smile on my face.. thanks for sharing these!
Cheers from Canada as always,
Rick
Wonderful comment! Thank you for sharing your personal experience! Whenever people want to do things alone those uncomfortable with the thought like to sabotage it by using words like "selfish." It's quite humorous and always has me rolling my eyes. I remember that was used when I was in the baby making window and by not wanting kids some would say I was being selfish. I'd think to myself...misery loves company. 😂 Which goes with your saying...yes people can suck! Thank you for your kind words!! 😃