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I Live In My Truck With My Dog And Travel Across The Country
I Live In My Truck With My Dog And Travel Across The Country
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After realizing that I could work from almost anywhere, I decided to move into my truck with my dog and drive to Alaska. I look for dispersed (FREE) campsites in National Forests, go on long solo hikes, and explore the world around me. It’s not the most convenient way to live, but it’s certainly beautiful.

I’ve only made it to Wyoming. The country is so incredible, people are so friendly, and some places are just hard to leave. Beauty is everywhere if you know how to look. Sometimes you don’t have to look hard. I’m learning that the more you see, the more you realize, there is more to see.

All photos taken with iPhone.

More info: dwayneparton.com

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    After realizing that I could work from almost anywhere, I decided to move into my truck with my dog and drive to Alaska

    I look for dispersed campsites in National Forests

    I go on long solo hikes and explore the world around me

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    It’s not the most convenient way to live, but it’s certainly beautiful

    The country is so incredible, people are so friendly, and some places are just hard to leave

    Beauty is everywhere if you know how to look

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    ChelseaTench
    Community Member
    10 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    You are living my dream. Enjoy life with your loyal best friend, dear.

    Community Member
    10 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Thanks so much. I'm thoroughly enjoying it. I hope you get the chance soon :)

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    AlexGreen
    Community Member
    10 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Looks awesome to do. Do you have any social media where I can follow updates from you? :)

    Community Member
    10 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Instagram @dwayneparton is where I post the most. I also have a blog, dwayneparton.com It's just a personal blog though :)

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    KeriDominguez
    Community Member
    10 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    What a fabulous adventure with the best travelling companion ever! I just subscribed to your blog.... I can't wait to see where we go :)

    SharaLynnKelsey
    Community Member
    10 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Superb photography! and with an I-Phone, yet. You have an eye and a talent that are wonderful. You could probably make a living on calendars and post cards. Thank you! I appreciate your posting to Bored Panda and sharing the beauty with all of us.

    PpJjTreecharoenwiwat
    Community Member
    10 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    You live a beautiful life. I envy you! I wish I could have that big and brave heart like yours. Enjoy every moment!

    CommentaryFortytwo
    Community Member
    10 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    These are your "rocking chair days." Those are the days you will remember when you are old and rocking on the porch. You will relieve one of those days, one of those moments of awe and peace, and your face will light up with a smile.

    Community Member
    10 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That's great. "Rocking Chair Days", I like that. I was just writing a post along those same lines...I think I might use that in there. :) Thanks so much.

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    PattyRusses
    Community Member
    10 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Love your dog and your pictures and the way you travel way to go nice job , it's a beautiful land if you take the time and slow it down some like you did . Want to see more pictures on the road from you and your pal .

    LizzieHirschberg
    Community Member
    10 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I totally AGREE, his Doggie IS JUST HEAVENLY!!!!

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    Priya Trirpathi
    Community Member
    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Wowww.. what a companion to travel with!! I suggest to stay in a best hotels across the world when you are traveling alone and it is not that safe. I have had best experiences with HeyBnB bookings... visit http://www.heybnbworld.com/ for more bookings

    Priya Trirpathi
    Community Member
    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Such an awesome thing to do !! But when it comes to safety you can actually not risk yourself.. I have booked rooms with HeyBnB and they always got the best accommodations.. visit http://www.heybnbworld.com/ for more such accommodations..

    danfors
    Community Member
    10 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'm heading out with my two dogs( pit/boxer mix) in a couple of months. We'll be in a 37ft. RV though so we'll have a little more room. I can't hardly wait to get going. I enjoyed your story, thanks.

    ThuanNguyen
    Community Member
    10 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'd like to live like you!!! Post more your pics, please.

    BrendaLujan
    Community Member
    10 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I Love your life, for me, how you live is more than enough for a complete and fully happy life, maybe one day i will have the courage to make the same as you. thanks for sharing... Good luck from mexico

    BrendaLujan
    Community Member
    10 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    wish to have that life, and be more conected with nature, i love ur lie, and maybe one day i can do the same as you did

    TinaWhite
    Community Member
    10 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I love this! Enjoy life to the fullest with your loyal best friend. This is still my dream to travel the world with my 4 puppies.

    LinhNguyen
    Community Member
    10 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    you are brave to making your dream come true.good luck to you and your mate.luckiest dog in the world ^^

    geoffschneider
    Community Member
    10 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I like that so many of the images are from Mr. Dog's viewpoint. I hope he accepts some of the driving responsibilities.

    JoAnnSchmidt
    Community Member
    10 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Beautiful photography. You'll find Alaska just as awesome, if not more so. Good luck.

    LizzieHirschberg
    Community Member
    10 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Dwayne, is there anyway that I can send your story via EMAIL?!! BOB-O IS VERY HANDSOME!!

    Community Member
    10 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The only way I know to do it is email the url. I hope that helps :) https://www.boredpanda.com/i-live-in-my-truck-with-my-dog-and-travel-across-the-country/

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    LizzieHirschberg
    Community Member
    10 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    What is the name of your STUNNING LOOKING DOGGIE!!!!?!!!!

    LizzieHirschberg
    Community Member
    10 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    SOOOOO GRRRR8888FUL THAT HE TOOK A DOGGIE (Doggie IS HEAVEN ON EARTH!!) ALONG FOR CARING, L O V E & more LOVE !! GOD BLESS THEM BOTH~ :-)

    Ruellen
    Community Member
    10 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    and what job do you have? would love to live like that :)

    CommentaryFortytwo
    Community Member
    10 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Many jobs can be done from anywhere. I remember talking with my cable repair guy. He told me he just wanted to make a million dollars as fast as he could. When I asked him what he would do with that million dollars he replied that his passion was to go surfing every single day. A great little surfing city was about two hours away from where we were having this conversation. I asked him if he couldn't just get a transfer to that town with the same cable company he works for right now? The lightbulb went on. Sometimes it is just a matter of creatively weeding out what you really don't need/want in your life in order to get what it is you really do want.

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    Gulali
    Community Member
    10 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Thanks, now I make up my mind that I don't need to buy some fancy camera, because it was me who don't have any skill or sense to take a good pic not my camera. Beautiful pics btw!

    Community Member
    10 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Thanks so much. It's amazing what a phone camera can do :)

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    ChelseaTench
    Community Member
    10 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    You are living my dream. Enjoy life with your loyal best friend, dear.

    Community Member
    10 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Thanks so much. I'm thoroughly enjoying it. I hope you get the chance soon :)

    Load More Replies...
    AlexGreen
    Community Member
    10 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Looks awesome to do. Do you have any social media where I can follow updates from you? :)

    Community Member
    10 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Instagram @dwayneparton is where I post the most. I also have a blog, dwayneparton.com It's just a personal blog though :)

    Load More Replies...
    KeriDominguez
    Community Member
    10 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    What a fabulous adventure with the best travelling companion ever! I just subscribed to your blog.... I can't wait to see where we go :)

    SharaLynnKelsey
    Community Member
    10 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Superb photography! and with an I-Phone, yet. You have an eye and a talent that are wonderful. You could probably make a living on calendars and post cards. Thank you! I appreciate your posting to Bored Panda and sharing the beauty with all of us.

    PpJjTreecharoenwiwat
    Community Member
    10 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    You live a beautiful life. I envy you! I wish I could have that big and brave heart like yours. Enjoy every moment!

    CommentaryFortytwo
    Community Member
    10 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    These are your "rocking chair days." Those are the days you will remember when you are old and rocking on the porch. You will relieve one of those days, one of those moments of awe and peace, and your face will light up with a smile.

    Community Member
    10 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That's great. "Rocking Chair Days", I like that. I was just writing a post along those same lines...I think I might use that in there. :) Thanks so much.

    Load More Replies...
    PattyRusses
    Community Member
    10 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Love your dog and your pictures and the way you travel way to go nice job , it's a beautiful land if you take the time and slow it down some like you did . Want to see more pictures on the road from you and your pal .

    LizzieHirschberg
    Community Member
    10 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I totally AGREE, his Doggie IS JUST HEAVENLY!!!!

    Load More Replies...
    Priya Trirpathi
    Community Member
    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Wowww.. what a companion to travel with!! I suggest to stay in a best hotels across the world when you are traveling alone and it is not that safe. I have had best experiences with HeyBnB bookings... visit http://www.heybnbworld.com/ for more bookings

    Priya Trirpathi
    Community Member
    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Such an awesome thing to do !! But when it comes to safety you can actually not risk yourself.. I have booked rooms with HeyBnB and they always got the best accommodations.. visit http://www.heybnbworld.com/ for more such accommodations..

    danfors
    Community Member
    10 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'm heading out with my two dogs( pit/boxer mix) in a couple of months. We'll be in a 37ft. RV though so we'll have a little more room. I can't hardly wait to get going. I enjoyed your story, thanks.

    ThuanNguyen
    Community Member
    10 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'd like to live like you!!! Post more your pics, please.

    BrendaLujan
    Community Member
    10 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I Love your life, for me, how you live is more than enough for a complete and fully happy life, maybe one day i will have the courage to make the same as you. thanks for sharing... Good luck from mexico

    BrendaLujan
    Community Member
    10 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    wish to have that life, and be more conected with nature, i love ur lie, and maybe one day i can do the same as you did

    TinaWhite
    Community Member
    10 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I love this! Enjoy life to the fullest with your loyal best friend. This is still my dream to travel the world with my 4 puppies.

    LinhNguyen
    Community Member
    10 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    you are brave to making your dream come true.good luck to you and your mate.luckiest dog in the world ^^

    geoffschneider
    Community Member
    10 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I like that so many of the images are from Mr. Dog's viewpoint. I hope he accepts some of the driving responsibilities.

    JoAnnSchmidt
    Community Member
    10 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Beautiful photography. You'll find Alaska just as awesome, if not more so. Good luck.

    LizzieHirschberg
    Community Member
    10 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Dwayne, is there anyway that I can send your story via EMAIL?!! BOB-O IS VERY HANDSOME!!

    Community Member
    10 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The only way I know to do it is email the url. I hope that helps :) https://www.boredpanda.com/i-live-in-my-truck-with-my-dog-and-travel-across-the-country/

    Load More Replies...
    LizzieHirschberg
    Community Member
    10 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    What is the name of your STUNNING LOOKING DOGGIE!!!!?!!!!

    LizzieHirschberg
    Community Member
    10 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    SOOOOO GRRRR8888FUL THAT HE TOOK A DOGGIE (Doggie IS HEAVEN ON EARTH!!) ALONG FOR CARING, L O V E & more LOVE !! GOD BLESS THEM BOTH~ :-)

    Ruellen
    Community Member
    10 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    and what job do you have? would love to live like that :)

    CommentaryFortytwo
    Community Member
    10 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Many jobs can be done from anywhere. I remember talking with my cable repair guy. He told me he just wanted to make a million dollars as fast as he could. When I asked him what he would do with that million dollars he replied that his passion was to go surfing every single day. A great little surfing city was about two hours away from where we were having this conversation. I asked him if he couldn't just get a transfer to that town with the same cable company he works for right now? The lightbulb went on. Sometimes it is just a matter of creatively weeding out what you really don't need/want in your life in order to get what it is you really do want.

    Load More Replies...
    Gulali
    Community Member
    10 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Thanks, now I make up my mind that I don't need to buy some fancy camera, because it was me who don't have any skill or sense to take a good pic not my camera. Beautiful pics btw!

    Community Member
    10 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Thanks so much. It's amazing what a phone camera can do :)

    Load More Replies...
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