Only the road and the dawn, the sun, the wind, and the rain, And the watch fire under stars, and sleep, and the road again.

John Masefield
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Traveling the road is the greatest adventure available. It’s a life lesson in perseverance and survival. It can be harsh and can test your resolve, but with perseverance, you can overcome all obstacles.

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