Quote by Henry Rollins

So I'm more at home with my backpack, sleeping in a hotel room or on a bus or on an airplane, than I am necessarily on a bed. It's weird being here. It feels like I'm standing next to my real life.

So I'm more at home with my backpack, sleeping in a hotel ro

Summary

This quote expresses the speaker's preference for a nomadic, adventurous lifestyle over a traditional, stationary one. They feel a stronger sense of belonging and comfort when constantly on the move, relying on their backpack for belongings and finding temporary accommodations in hotels, buses, or planes. Being in a familiar environment, such as a bed, feels out of place and separate from their true living experience. In essence, the quote underscores the speaker's perception that their real life lies in the nomadic journey they embark on, rather than in stationary settings.

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