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I know it’s so two weeks ago, ancient history in the blog world, but I’ve been hoarding off these photos from the free YACHT show that took place outside City Hall, in downtown Portland since I shot them. Originally, I was just gonna let it go but yesterday I was listening to See Mystery Lights and, as they do, YACHT began to chant: “YOU CAN LIVE ANYWHERE YOU WANT” came blaring from my car speakers as if they were trying to penetrate my subconscious. They were talking to that little demon that most of us have that tells you the exact opposite.

See, recently I’ve made a move. I’ve left Portland, land of magic and all things good, for the mysterious unknown that is New Zealand. I haven’t gone for any particular reason, I just want to know what it’s like to live there. I think this phrase that YACHT preaches is an important concept to factualize. You can in fact live wherever you want. There is often times nothing, very little if anything, stopping you. Sure, petty tings like monetary obligations and employment commitments might seem daunting, but nothing is permanent. You can always get a new job. You can always find a new place to live. You will meet new people. You are in control. I’m speaking to your demon, specifically; that little sting that hits you when daydreaming. Some call it reality; I call it negativity. I don’t mean to say that everyone should be doing what I’m doing. I just want to give a little push of reassurance to those of you who want to travel but feel tied down; a reminder: You can live anywhere you want.

YACHT – It’s Boring/You Can Live Anywhere

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