The 3 Day Quote Challenge #3
“Because in the end, you won’t remember the time you spent working in the office or mowing your lawn. Climb that goddamn mountain.”― Jack Kerouac
It’s the last day of my 3 Day Quote challenge, but it’s also Saturday, and we all know what that means. I’m sure lovely Annika won’t mind sharing me, just this once. I’ve found her some beautiful photographs of the Dunajec Gorge in Poland to say thank you.
The rules of the challenge :
- Thank the person who nominated you.
- Post a quote on 3 consecutive days.
- Share why this quote appeals so much to you.
- Nominate 3 different bloggers for each day.
I always loved the image of Jack Kerouac. The spontaneity of his writing, the freedom of life on the open road. I was desperate to be a part of it, to escape the everyday. Mostly it was in my imagination. I spent many, long years in an office. So today, whenever I get the chance, I’m out there. Never truly ‘On the Road’, but always aspiring.
My final nominees. Take part if you’d like, or if you have the time :
Lovely Gilly at Lucid Gypsy
Brian at Bushboy’s World
And Patti of Pilotfish
If you’ve not been nominated and are itching to give this a go, please do. Not all of the nominees are able to take part. And please don’t forget your Six Words for Debbie.
restlessjo 
I’ll have a go when I can Jo
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There’s no hurry at all, Brian- whenever it suits. I just thought it might appeal. 🙂 🙂 Thanks!
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It does Jo. You know me, I like a challenge 😁
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Wow, such a gorgeous site and beautiful photos! Breathtaking!
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I have wonderful memories of that day Amy. Thanks for your lovely company xx
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Oh, I might frame that one! Love the photos, too.
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Yes, it suits you wonderfully, Lexie 🙂 🙂
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I love a quote from Kerouac and that is a good one. “Climb that goddamn mountain.” Ha! Yes, sir!
Stunning photos, Jo. Looks absolutely gorgeous.
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I wish I was a bit more nimble these days but I get by. Thanks darlin xx
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I’m with Jack. If it’s there, climb it!
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Indeed! You young agile folks xxx
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That’s why I go to the gym. 🙂
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Absolutely love the quote Jo – and of course the beautiful images that go with it!
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I kind of wish I’d lived by it, Tina, but better late than never. 🙂 🙂 Thanks, hon!
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My climbing mountain days are well behind me, but I agree with the sentiment. Your photos are delightful and remind me so much of the Vintgar gorge in Slovenia and the wonderful mountains of the Triglav National Park.
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It’s the same neck of the woods, Jude. This is just over the border. It really was beautiful there. Thanks, hon! 🙂 🙂
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What a gorgeous place! Makes me want to jump on one of those rafts.
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We spent a couple of days in the area, after a family visit in Poland, a couple of years ago, and I absolutely loved it. 🙂 🙂
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He’s absolutely right
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I have tired legs this evening, but I still agree with you. 🙂 🙂
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Wow, what scenery, Jo! And now we know where your wandering spirit comes from….
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One of the best days we had, down in the Pieniny mountain range, Sue. The Tatry’s were far in the distance but the gorge was… I have to say it… gorgeous 🙂 🙂
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Well, nothing like a gorgeous gorge!!!
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These photos are so crisp and clear – I can feel the fresh air from here. 🙂 Jack Kerouac was quite right!
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It all went badly wrong for him, but he lit a fire for many youngsters, Elaine. I wanted to be an American drifter for quite a while. 🙂 🙂
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I must admit to not knowing much about him at all, apart from the fact that he wasn’t what you might call ‘mainstream’. 😉
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Love it. That’s right. “Climb that goddamn mountain.” 🙂
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While we still can. 🙂 🙂
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I didn’t know that Poland had such! It’s a “gorgeous gorge”, so to speak.
Have a wonderful weekend,
Pit
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It’s very flat in the middle, Pit, but the surrounding mountain scenery is wonderful. This is in southern Poland, near the border with Slovakia. 🙂 🙂 Glorious sunshine and a Bank Holiday- seldom come in the same sentence, Pit. It’s great!
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🙂
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Beautiful photos, Jo. I was wondering where you took them, since I was pretty sure these aren’t U.K. or Algarve scenes. Poland! That makes sense. 🙂 Of course, this quote resonates with me, the perpetual nomad, aiming for and living on the open road, or the open water. 🙂
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The rafting was one of our best experiences in Poland, Liesbet. Very near to the Slovakian border, with stunning scenery. 🙂 🙂 Thank you!
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Just stunning and I love the quote. Very clever to fit it in 6 words.
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I was lucky with the six! 🙂 🙂 Happy travels, darlin!
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Certainly an unforgettable trip! I have seen a few mountains but I have been content to look rather than climb them. 🙂
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I couldn’t do abseiling or anything really challenging Ann. I just like to be surrounded by them xxx
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Oh I could never do abseiling!
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Amazing photos, Jo! The quote could not be more true. Happy Saturday!
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Thanks darlin! Blissful sunshine here this weekend. I don’t know myself! XX
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Beautiful photos and love que quote😄
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Thanks darlin! Wishing you a lovely weekend xx
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What a place! Is this where you rafted? Your quotes have all been great, and very you. Go and enjoy the day. I’m off to a breakfast market – or a park – or both – out Zoliborz way. I’ll have to put the gorge on next visit’s list. Hugs from springtime.
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It’s a long way south from you, in the Pieniny mountains, but beautiful! We had the most memorable day. In the garden already this morning, with Pachinko and breakfast. Zumba and meeting a friend later. Have a wonderful free spirited day xxx
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Thank you, Jo!! 😀 For taking part and giving us three wonderful day of quotes and photos – I’ll miss this daily dose of warmth and inspiration! ❤️ Wow…my heart soars at the sight of these images, longing to join them on the rafts (did you have a go?). This is a quote I know and love, how true! Not many mountains in Essex alas …
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Yes we rafted the gorge. It was fabulous Annika! Thanks so much for sending me off on this path. You’re a joy to share with xx
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