Rob Burns is a badass and this is why:

Rob’s tears cure cancer. Too bad he has never cried

When Rob Burns does a pushup, he isn’t lifting himself up, he’s pushing the Earth down

Rob Burns lost his virginity before his dad did

On the 7th day, God rested…. Rob Burns then took over

Before the Boogeyman goes to sleep every night, he checks his closet for Rob Burns

Rob Burns is the reason why Waldo is hiding

Rob Burns counted to infinity – twice

Rob Burns doesn’t wear a watch. HE decides what time it is

If at first you don’t succeed, your not Rob Burns

When the Road Bandit needed a 300th Fan, Rob Burns was born!

Today is August 1st 2010. Today is my sisters 25th birthday. Today is also the 1st day of my Super Sober Fun Time Challenge!

I woke up this morning or should I say this afternoon, slightly hungover and lacking the drive to get up and get my day going. This has been an embarrassing  routine for me lately but something special happened to me today… I asked why.

Why do I drink?

When I do drink…why do I drink so much?

Why am I not treating my body right?

To ask why is to search for a reason. Usually for me there has to be a reason to do something and that reason has to be good. But over the last 2 years while out on the road my reasons have seemed to dimish from…” lets drink because its New Years” to “lets drink because its a Wednesday.”

I’m 26, have no kids and the only main responsibilies I have are to take care of my cat and myself. So 1 out of 2 ain’t bad right?

Well in order to achieve greatness out on the road I need to achieve greatness within myself first. Both body and mind must be healthy and ready for any challenge. So with that said, I’ve decided to kick over the cup, pour one out for all my homies and give up the bottle for one whole month.

August will be my month to let my body and my mind rebuild. As you have seen in previous Road Bandit videos such as the Drink Drank Drunk video, I’m that guy who lets the nights keep on rocking and lets the mornings keep on sucking.

Follow along as I let you in on all my techniques on how I will avoid temptations, renergize my mind and body and get ready to get back out on the road for more adventures and life lessons.

Cheers!…without the beers :)

I’ve heard the saying that your life is made up by a handful of moments. Well I got pretty big hands so I think I can hold a ton of moments :) I think about that saying and it brings me back to April 10th 2008….the day I first headed out in my RV. This day is definitely one of those moments. As I leave Everett Washington I get the kind of excitement and nervousness I’ve only gotten one other time in my life. That other time came at 13,000 ft when I was just about to jump out of an airplane and experience skydiving for the first time. Both of these scenarios get described by many as foolish and crazy, while others would describe them as brave and inspiring.

Fast forward to June 22nd 2010 as I cruise the 101 north with the ocean to my left and grass fields to my right I watch the odometer slowly turn from 99,999 to 100,000. Of course, I should have pulled over and slowly crept to the 100,000 to ensure a perfect picture for everyone to enjoy. But just like the last 2 years of living in an RV I kept the pedal to the medal and grabbed what photo’s I could. These last 2 years have gone by in such a weird and fascinating way. See most people say “wow time flies” for me it was wow “time is insane”. Some moments lasted for ever, such as the cold ass winters in Vegas. While other moments like when I was traveling the country with Jason Moffatt went by like a lighting bolt in storm. Some may have caught a glimbse but for most it was an unseen and unheard event that hopefully won’t be the last.

It’s Mofatt Season!

I am Moffatt hunting as I type this. Thats right Jason Moffatt hunting! See Mr. Jason Mo-to-the Fatt is out traveling the country ala Bandit style and I am sitting here at an Oregon rest stop just hours away from where he was last seen. Now I don’t know how long Jason will be on the road or if and when I will be able to meet up and reunite the Bandit’s. But one thing is for sure, if I catch a Moffatt you will all here about it real soon:)

So whats next? What will the next 100,000 miles hold for this Bandit? Will Bird finally learn to talk?

All these questions and more will be answered as you follow along. I can tell you this though. I have met some amazing people, who have supported and cared about me since I first hit the road. I am not a religious guy by any means but I feel somewhat blessed. If you are one of those amazing people who have commented, emailed, called or even just smiled at me since my journey first started…Thank You from the bottom of my heart. If we ever get a chance to meet I will give you one great tall man hug and if thats not enough how bout a slap on the ass :)

So here is to you and those like you, for without you there would be no me and without me this post would not exist and instead you would be reading some crappy blog about Internet Marketing or Lady Gaga or a recipe for Black Bean Casserole.

Stay classy and keep on smiling :)

The best thing you can do when you are in a rut is to talk about it and take the first step in getting out of it. So that’s just what I did. I put it out there and let everyone know I’m trying to change and I’m looking for some guidance or suggestions on ways to get this Bandit back on the right road to happiness.

My last post titled “An Honest Call For Help” was a very embarrassing post, but after getting a ton of awesome feedback and support, I am so glad that I posted it.

At the end of my post I describe my need for a personal life coach of some type. Someone who could evaluate my lifestyle, understand where I am going and help me get there. Well guess what? I found my life coach or should I say life coaches…It’s all of you!

I don’t need a paid professional who follows some formula or guide that works with the average person. I just need to stay focused, set goals and when I need guidance or support I need not go anywhere but here…the interwebs y’all. We all struggle everyday with so many challenges and most of these challenges can easily be fixed or even avoided if we just step out of our bubbles and communicate with those around us who care to listen.

I’m now just realizing this, better late than never right? I have distanced myself from my original family and friends, taken on a whole new lifestyle and with these changes comes new possibilities…if I realize them. Its all about perspectives and mine have changed so much over the last two years its mind boggling.

I see every new person I meet on the road as not just a new friend but a new family member to me. It’s a beautiful feeling when I realize how lucky I am to have met so many awesome and caring people so far on my travels.

Now with this ever growing list of friends and family comes the responsibility to treat them with love and respect and know that its not just me on this journey anymore but all of you as well…you digg?

Some believe in religion, others in science and this Road Bandit believes in everything and everyone. Its all possible when you get your heart and mind right. So now its time to take the next step in bringing you all in on this crazy journey of life with me.

After I posted my last post I was listening to Anthony Robbins and went through a goal setting exercise to layout a plan to get myself back on track. Now Mr. Robbins explains that so many people don’t realize the power of setting goals. They also don’t realize the power of not just thinking about them in your head but taking action and writing them down on paper. Write it down and already you’ve taken the first step towards success.

Well I’m ready to take another step and share with you my personal goals for the next 12 months.

These goals are broken down into three main categories: Personal Development, Thing Goals and Economic Goals. For each category you write for five minutes on all the things you want to achieve in that area and when you would like to achieve it by and why you are committed to achieving that goal. For Example: Personal Development – I want to lose 20 pounds- within a year- and I am committed to achieving this goal to experience more energy and confidence in myself.

There is a power in sharing with the world your goals and ambitions and the Law Of Attraction is always working and the more energy you put out into the world, the more you will receive in so many ways, shapes and forms.

So Here Ya Go Road Bandit Followers- My Top 3 Goals For Each Category For The Next 12 Months

Personal Development

I Want To Exercise And Meditate Everyday - I am committed to achieving this goal to feel better, have more energy and have the passion and confidence to take on any challenge. I will look great and I will be at peace with life and the flow of the world :)

Make Road Bandit Take Off- I am committed to achieving this goal because this my life and passion. I will meet great people, experience great moments and share them with everyone. This is my life project and it is a part of me.

I Want A Relationship That Brings Out The Best In Me- I am committed to achieving this goals so I can truly experience love and have someone to share my life with. I will have someone to comfort as they will comfort me. I will give it my all and be fully committed to her.

Thing Goals

Sony EX-1 Video Camera- I am committed to having this in my life within one year to be able to share my vision in HD to the world. I will capture beautiful moments that will bring chills to me every time I watch the playback.

New Mac Laptop- I am committed to having this in my life within one year so I can edit everything I shoot and it will be quick and painless. I will start to enjoy editing more, which will bring more joy to me and all those around me.

Personal Life Coach/Assistant- I am committed to having this in my life within one year so I can accomplish my goals and stay on track and be more productive everyday.

Economic Goals

Make $5,000/ Month – Resolve Tax Problems – Setup A Debt Plan

I will make this happen within one year because it will allow me the freedom to live my life the way I want to. Go anywhere and do anything. The past Tax/Debt will be cleared up and I will start laying out the foundation for the future.

So there it is! 9 goals…WAIT! Make That 8 Goals! That’s right I just found a Life Coach and its YOU! Thanks for reading and give this goal setting exercise a go and before you know it you will be on track to get whatever you want out of life.