Impermanent Insanity Mobile: November 2010

Position Statement

Greetings, my name is Marvin. Welcome to Impermanent Insanity Mobile. For many reasons I am embarking on a “Walk Across America”.

I hope to bring awareness to mental illness, particularly three of which I have – Major Depression, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, and Depersonalization Disorder, I would like to particularly bring more awareness to Depersonalization Disorder, a rare but devastating mental illness.

I also hope to bring inspiration to those who suffer from any mental illness. To show them that we are not defined by mental illness., that we are people first, and not our diagnosis. And as a whole person, we can do anything we set our minds to.

This walk is also about Full Disclosure. I have a companion website, Impermanent Insanity, in which I discuss very personal and private thoughts and experiences. Absurd things that have happened in my life, that could have been taken directly from a science fiction novel.

Some of you will think I'm either insane or have an overactive imagination, but to the few of you who see the connection, I tell you the truth for what it is worth.

This Walk is also about clearing my mind, losing weight (I am 60-70 lbs overweight), and interacting and experiencing life with others. It's about Honesty. It is also about regaining control of my life.

Sincerely

Marvin Kirkland

Sunday, November 28, 2010

This is The Day

Today marks the official Foot Launch. My plan is to walk 20 miles to Watsonville, CA and find a hotel for the first nite. I have a possible couchsurfing.org hostess in Salinas, CA for Monday nite. It will take another 20 miles to reach Salinas from Watsonville tomorrow.

I'm excited to have finally reached this point in my endeavor. I will post as often as I can. Obviously, I cant post every detail, but I will try to hilite to most interesting and important situations.

Saturday, November 20, 2010

Obligatory First Post

Since I'm in the process of preparing for this "Walk" now seems as good a time as ever to have the obligatory first post.

My plan was to actually begin walking on Saturday (today), however the weather is not cooperating. I know I will have to face these obstacles in the future and can not always delay my departure until conditions are perfect. However, instead of putting on my raincoat (which covers my backpack, too) I need to advertise my website in the Bay Area. I have a waterproof white pillow case which sports the phrase "Impermanent Insanity - Google me" written in a black sharpie. I am actually going to be staying at a hostel for a few days until the weather turns in my favor, which will be anywhere from Monday to Wednesday.

Thus far, my plan is to walk the Pacific Coastal Highway to LA.

If anyone knows any tips and tricks about life on the road, I am all ears. I want this to be a two-way communication. Me and You. Also a reason for me to begin posting, so I can begin receiving comments.

Stay tuned

Respectfully

Marvin