When we (Minnesotans) started out, the main goal was to avoid winter. We drove too far, diesel fuel was exorbitant, had to keep criss-crossing the country for ailing parents, etc. It was stressful. Ended up in Mexico, bought a house on the west coast there, and now go to Minnesota summers to see the grandbabies. No more stress, I don't even get dressed half the time. And I sincerely doubt I'll ever freeze my nose hairs or have gelled diesel fuel again.
You never know what this life will bring you. Keep an open mind. Yes, turn here, see where this road goes. Maybe there's ice cream...