I am a 24 year old female who graduated a 4 year University three months ago. I had always promised myself since age 18, that when I graduated college, I was going to travel abroad and spend 3 months exploring Europe. Since graduating, reality has been getting in the way of my plans. The most prominent issue being I am in a serious relationship with my boyfriend whom I live with. We talked about my leaving abroad and since he 'did' Europe after graduating college, he is totally supportive of my plans, but not comfortable with me leaving for longer than one month. Since I can only go for one month, I've changed my travel plans from Europe (which is too large for only one month) to Greece. Last month I reserved a spot on a volunteer mission that begins July 1st 2012 - August 1st 2012 (Cost: 500 dollars). I've received a lot of pressure from my family to 'get a real job' now that I have a degree (I am a part-time nanny), but I have resisted looking for other work and decided I would get a real job after my trip. Two days ago I was let go from my job because the mom quit HER job, which forced me to job hunt. I just got hired at a wonderful company with wonderful people and there is a lot of room to grow and establish a real career for myself. The only problem is, I know that they will have to replace me if I leave for Greece, which could sabotage my now easy career path.
I need to reserve a round trip plane ticket to Greece before it gets too expensive.. it's already at 1800. Now I am reluctant to leave because of my career, yet, I know there will never be a better time to go because I am almost 25 and plan to start a family in the next couple of years. It's now or never. Guide me friends!
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From the answers I'm receiving, I suppose I should add that I would not like to do this trip with anyone -- no boyfriend, husband, or babies. This is my last chance to have my 'solo exploration.' I know having a career is important, but this is my last chance complete my travel dream. The dilemma is that I can possibly find another job, but possibly not. What IS certain, is that if I pass this up, my explorational dream journey will never happen.