When I first moved to NYC I reveled in the unpredictability of every day. Who I would meet, what I would encounter, what thoughts would fill my eager and curious mind. I was filled with faith in myself and trust in the world. Most of the time. Then again, I was 22 and looked at life as one big adventure. It was all about the journey. I didn’t want to know what would happen. Ever.
The journey has indeed been an interesting one. Having recently followed my heart from NYC to Paris, my life has proven unpredictable in ways I could not have imagined. (Thankfully I was never one to stick to a predetermined plan but rather let destiny play a role). Now, being older and dare I say wiser than those first formative years in NYC, I continue to remind myself of the beauty in the unknown. And how boring life would be if we knew all the answers.
Tomorrow is my birthday. My Italian has planned a surprise trip to where else but Tuscany, one of the most beautiful landscapes in the world. Little did I know how royally I would be celebrating this day, or any of the events that led me to this life, for that matter. Where we are going I don’t know. Nor do I want to. Now or ever. I am far too busy enjoying the journey to worry about the destination.
Happy Birthday, Kasia! Hope you had a lovely time in Italy.
Sounds like you’re good at living in the moment — I need to work on that!
Thank you! It was lovely indeed.
Living in the moment is not always easy. It’s all about quieting the mind to experience what is. Trying my best!
The happiest of birthdays to you Kasia 🙂 Let’s get together when you’re back! I expect to see lots of photos!
Thank you!! It was a very memorable birthday. We must raise a glass soon! Photos of Tuscany on the way…
Happy Birthday, a day late! I hope you are having a wonderful time in Tuscany.
Thanks Karin! Tuscany felt much like a dream (aside from erratic b-day rainstorms) 😉 I had always wanted to stay in an agroturismo, and what better occasion!
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Oops, Happy Belated birthday!!!
Merci ma chérie!