It is 11:00 pm at night and I am finishing packing for my long excursion to London. I am very excited, although anxious to get to London to get settled, unpack and orientate myself around the city (so I know exactly where I am and where various places are). I cannot think about the US and am planning to have an open mind, experience new cultures, foods, and entertainment. This is a once in a life time opportunity to have a trip of this magnitude. My plans are to do "weekend getaways" with people that I meet to travel to Ireland, Spain, Italy, France and Greece. I hope things will go well.
Packing went pretty well. I said goodbye to my family, my friends and my home. I am still finalizing some packing and my parents are trying to get my suit into my suitcase. Overall though, it went smoothly and I hope I can sleep tonight. I also changed my voicemail to take into account that I will be away for a while - you are more than welcome to hear it if you like! :)
I learned that some things just cannot be planned and that you must be spontaneous and live on the edge, live in the moment, to experience true beauty and greatness. It is in these moments that you will have the most fun! I also learned that money cannot be an object. I can be very conservative and I like to save my money, but I promised myself that during this trip I will not not do something because of monetary reasons. I am going to take every offer and just enjoy it. I will worry about the money later after graduation. Now is the time to explore, to be a kid and just to have fun. I will probably never have the opportunity like this again so I will take up the moment, live in the moment, and enjoy life!!
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Hi Paul,
ReplyDeleteThouight I would be the first to wish you a" bon voyage on the day of your trip .Yes I am up at 12:45 A.M.. Your blog is excellent already and I look forward to traveling with you in spirit.
Love you.
Auntie Sue
Hi Paul,
ReplyDeleteYou know we are thinking about you as you travel to London. Enjoy this wonderful experience! We are proud of your pioneer spirit. Remember to look at the moon...you know the rest of the story. We're looking forward to hearing about all your experiences in the coming weeks. Love
Mom & Dad
Hi Paul,
ReplyDeleteYour photography and text put me directly in London with you. Thank goodness for technology which you so aptly use. Stay safe. You look so handsome in the pictures.
Love.
Auntie Sue