Just don't over do it

So I know I am still in Arizona, and I won’t be leaving for another month, but I wanted to write about my experience being home, because that, in itself is a whole other adventure, and certainly one worth sharing.

When one travels they become vulnerable and open. If they allow themselves to be that way, one will discover any number of things about themselves and the world in which they live. Hopefully, along the way, they will notice that it is not as bad as we all think. Yes, the world is in turmoil, but, no matter where you go, you can still find love.

Now, being home has opened my eyes in how important it is to allow yourself the freedom to make choices concerning you and only you. (Tangent: all the mothers and fathers out there, please encourage your children to travel, BY THEMSELVES, it is an invaluable education). It took three months and three thousand dollars but I made choices for me and only me. It was only after I left that could I return with new eyes and an open heart to a place I thought I knew so well and still find room to discover the beauty in this small town. Yes there is love here too, but being away has only made that more apparent. There is so much love here.

I have become intoxicated by life. Yes, I am high on air and I don’t plan on getting down anytime soon. Life is exciting and I hope that others feel the same way, because this life is a gift and it should be cherished and savored. Eat that second, or third piece of chocolate, because you know what, you deserve it! You are human and life is grand. Just don’t over do it!