Always an Adventure

I had quite the adventure the other day. I had an appointment somewhere I've been multiple times however; I was coming from a different direction. I had two options, back track about 15 minutes to get on the right motorway and take the way I would normally go or use my trusty gps on my iphone. I figured, let's just go with the iphone, step out of my comfort zone and don't be silly and "back track." Well, next thing you know, I am in the middle of a forest, no cell service and not a person in sight. My friend said, and I quote, "I bet that was an anxiety fest." And yes, yes it was! She knows me too well. During my drive I went through several emotions and thought processes. First, I was feeling accomplished, I didn't know where I was going but I knew I could do this. Then about 20 minutes into the forest I did the "wait a minute, what am I doing?" I could either turn back now or continue on the narrow single lane road that they use for two-way traffic knowing it had to come to an end. Turning back meant I for sure wouldn't make it to my appointment so I carried on with another sense of accomplishment. As I continued down the road I started to worry that I was the only one out there. The hysterical laughing began for how ridiculous I was being. I managed calm it down and figured it's just another adventure. As the trip continued I started to I think how lucky I was that I had the catering in my car just in case I got stranded out there. With that, I'd be set for at least a few days. About another 20 minutes passed when I FINALLY ran into another car. I was so thankful to know I wasn't out in the forest by myself so you better believe I stayed on his ass the rest of the way. I was able to relax a bit at this point and I tried to enjoy the beautiful scenery surrounding me. As the drive continued I honestly thought I was going to end up at the top of the north island. The little rendezvous lasted about an hour but actually felt like the entire day. When I popped into the little town of Waikanae I had the biggest sense of relief. Being in Waikanae also meant I had overshot where I really needed to be. Needless to say I was a just a wee few minutes late but I made it to my appointment.
 
This brings me to the question though, is it really necessary to try new things when you know something that is good/ works?