Travis and I met a year ago, became fast friends and in that time, we’ve dived into some deep conversations. Travis’ story isn’t an easy one. In fact, Travis has had a rough childhood, and when Travis was 25 years old, he was diagnosed with testicular cancer. The reality for Travis is that not everyday is a good day, even though some might assume he’s living the dream, traveling with his dog Ayla in a Sprinter van.

Let’s talk about “that photo.” You know the one...the wanderlusty summertime photo that looks out the back of a built-out van onto a spectacular beach (at sunrise no doubt) while someone sips coffee in a bathing suit on the bed next to their surfboard. You know, “that photo.” Ahh...isn’t that the life?