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Journey to Zero: A Road Trip Adventure

Taking the Plunge

It was the summer of 2024, just two weeks before college, and I faced the daunting prospect of leaving my carefree life behind for academia. Despite my protests to my parents about not wanting to attend college, they remained unconvinced that a 19-year-old could live independently. With no money to fund my adventures, an idea was born: I would embark on a road trip to complete my bucket list. But here’s the twist: I would do it all while starting with no cash and relying solely on my creativity to earn along the way.

The Road Trip Begins

Armed with a full tank of gas, a blanket, a pillow, camera equipment, and a couple of shirts, I set the rules:

I couldn't use any money I already had.