Hit the road
depart on a journey
Itchy Feet
have a desire to travel, do something new, or explore.
Bump in the road
a small setback / temporary problem
Give the green light
approve or allow something to proceed
In the driver’s seat
in control
All hands on deck
everyone must help
At the crack of dawn
very early in the morning, normally as the sun rises
Miss the boat
fail to take advantage of an opportunity
Asleep at the wheel
not paying attention to problems or something that's important
Paddle your own canoe
Do it yourself / become independent