I’ve always loved road trips. There's nothing like waking up at 2 am getting on the open road knowing that in that moment the world is yours. I don't think we give our cars enough credit. So much life happens within the walls of our vehicles: we sing, we cry, we dance, and at some point along the way, we find ourselves. Our cars know us better than anyone. They become our second home, they become extensions of ourselves, and for that we owe them a huge thank you.

This winter break I decided to get really close and personal with my car by driving home, to the great state of Texas, all by myself. Here are 56 thoughts I had during the 18 hour adventure.

1. It's only an 18 hour drive, the time will fly by.

2. Why is everyone wishing me luck? I can do this!

3. I hope it doesn't snow, I can't drive in the snow.

4. I wonder how many Snapchat filters I can get on my story.

5. Its only been 4 hours, I’m never going to make it.

6. Why are there so many semi-trucks?

7. Can the GPS stop playing in the middle of my songs?

8. I’m kinda hungry, but I think I can make it a couple more hours.

9. Why is everyone passing me?

10. I’m going 7 over the limit, is that not fast enough?

11. Wow, I made a great playlist.

12. I forgot how much I love throwbacks.

13. Are we there yet?

14. My butt is numb.

15. I should really eat something.

16. Why is gas so expensive?.

17. I really shouldn't snapchat and drive.

18. But I'm so bored.

19. My back is killing me.

20. I hate public restrooms.

21. Did I just run over an animal.

22. No, no that had to be gravel.

23. Cruise control saves lives.

24. Driving through Oklahoma sucks.

25. I’m on a highway, why are there so many traffic lights?

26. My snap story is probably really annoying right now.

27. Oh shoot I'm about to miss my exit.

28. I am so sorry to the person in the silver SUV that I just cut off..

29. Oh, they’re passing me now.

30. Don’t make eye contact, don't make eye contact.

31. How have I not gotten a speeding ticket yet?

32. I wonder if everyone can tell that I smell and haven't showered.

33. Why is there so much traffic?

34. No seriously, I can't do traffic.

35. I wish cars came equipped with bathrooms and snack machines.

36. Wait, that's just an RV.

37. TEXAS!!! TEXAS!!! TEXAS!!!

38. I can't believe I finally made it.

39. I'm so happy to be in the best state.

40. All states should speed limits that are 75.

41. Shoot, I still have 6 hours to go.

42. Texas, why do you have to be so big?

43. Oh no, I’m falling asleep.

44. It's okay, it's okay, I can totally do this.

45. Let's FaceTime someone, just in case.

46. FaceTime and driving might not be the safest.

47. Why do I hate coffee so much?

48. I need caffeine.

49. Diet Coke and dark chocolate are my best, best friends.

50. TGOD, there’s the San Antonio exit.

51. Only the home stretch now.

52. Am I crying?

53. Yup, those are definitely tears.

54. I cant believe I haven’t slept in 18 hours.

55. I’m definitely delirious.

56. Good thing I have to do this again in 4 weeks.