Sometimes the biggest moves in life aren't the ones you plan - like adopting three kids at once, moving to Texas with nothing but hope and a bad boyfriend, or putting your name on a ballot just to see what happens. This week we're sharing those moments we jumped before we looked (and somehow landed on our feet). 

Maybe we'll inspire your next bold move. Or at least make you feel better about your last one.

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“ That was a huge change, becoming a full time stay at home dad. Because you're kind of cut off.”

“ I'll tell you a big change is, buying a house with your partner. You know, by 40 you have all your stuff, you have your furniture, you have your kitchen supplies, and then combining things that you like too.”

(00:00) Cold, schoolwork, mondays OR Bold moves and big changes 

(03:35) Moving to Texas OR Moving to a place where I know no one 

(08:05) Becoming a stay at home dad 

(12:17) Running for office 

(18:22) Changing careers 

(20:57) 5 colleges, no degree, and American Idol

(23:57) Buying a house with your partner at 40