A. witnessed B. dense C. stunning D. cluster E. contemplate F. diverse G. stubborn H. glimp s e I. ventured J. extended K. sparked L. positive M. comfort N. dictate O. tropical “ Why would you leave behind your comfortable bed, your home, your family and friends? Why do you want to go alone? ” When you are living out of a backpack for a period of time, you may often get questioned why. I seldom get time to sit down and 1 the reason I travel, but I believe that you only begin to truly live once you step outside of your 2 zone. My first overseas trip was at 14 years old, which 3 my curiosity for the world. Since finishing high school I have 4 through various countries and been amazed by all the 5 cultures scattered around the globe. My eyes are my greatest asset as they have 6 the most beautiful scenes that replay in my mind every day: 7 landscapes, friendly locals, breath-taking architecture, and food that makes your mouth water once your eyes catch a(n) 8 . Traveling teaches you to be independent in the most 9 way. I know how to depend on myself, go out and meet people, and not let anyone else ’ s expectations 10 my life. Every day I see my dream and every day it ’ s in a new place. I am 22 years young. I quite agree with Anthony Bourdain, “ If you ’ re 22, physically fit, hungry to learn and be better, I urge you to travel. Find out how other people live and eat and cook. Learn from them, wherever you go. ”