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Emotional State of Matt #2: CARPE DIEM
This trip, and specifically this week’s destination of Coos Bay, was inspired by two people who are no longer with us. The overall trip...


Physical State of Matt #1: WASHINGTON
I started my trip in the easiest state - the one I was already living in. Despite having lived in Vancouver, WA for six months, I hadn’t...


Emotional State of Matt #1: DISAPPOINTED
Disappointed in Myself My trip did not kick off with fireworks and confetti. Rather, with disorientation, a dopamine deficiency, and...


Physical State of Matt #0: VANCOUVER, WA
After the separation from my wife, I found my new, temporary home in Vancouver, Washington not to be confused with Vancouver, British...


Emotional State of Matt #0: OPEN
I have decided to begin this trip on Feb 10th, the first day of the Chinese New Year - the year of the dragon (like me), which is less...


50 States of Matt: My Personal Journey Across the United States
Welcome! Here is what the blog is all about.
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