I couldn't agree more! the thing is being prepared for nature and possible nasty consequences and then remaining calm if something does go wrong, doing the right thing and surviving. panic is the real killer.
It is well worth it. the northeastern coast and even the southern cold rain forests are amazing for "creepy-crawlies".
Snakes and lizards are awesome too, I mean we have the Taipan in all its variations and it can be aggressive and deadly again preparation and awareness is the key.
most of the lizards including the Monitor can be nasty if provoked or frightened..But again if you go calm and don't act like prey its usually pretty good. Being aware of the local environment and social factors is key (ie, is someone feeding them and creating habituation for them to expect food from humans).
hahaha now you are making me want to explore again!
OMG...me too, it's getting close to me taking off as soon as my daughter is ready for me to go...hopefully next year. I've been staying with her, helping out during a difficult custody battle, she has two kids. As soon as everyone is stable, I'm taking my steemit funds and traveling the world!
I have seen friends go through the custody battle experience before. its never fun for anyone. I think when all is said and done Travel will be just the medicine you need. I know after working for the Corporation i have just been working for and being trapped in cities for the last few years that nature is exactly what i am in need of!. Steemit seems like the perfect way to raise those extra funds. i could definitely go to South America again. it was absolutely stunning.
Yes, I need to explore, all the women in my family get the travel bug when they get older. Maybe me and my husband will visit Stemians along the way.