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In many ways we are all sons and daughters of ancient Greece.
In less than two weeks I’ll be visiting a place that has occupied my dreams for years. I’m finally about to visit Greece, a land that exists simultaneously in the glorious past and an uncertain future. Although I consider myself lucky to have walked in the footsteps of history in many places, there is nowhere … Continue reading »
Market Day in St. Albans
When I first arrived in Hatfield, I was truly underwhelmed by the town and its lack of personality. Instead of street markets, there is a shopping mall or a Walmart-like grocery store. Instead of independent coffee shops, there is a Costa. Truly, the town possesses very little that appears to the kind of traveller I … Continue reading »
Adjusting to life in Hatfield.
Arriving in the dreary little town of Hatfield in the middle of winter wasn’t necessarily the best way to start this stint abroad. Honestly, I couldn’t help but wonder: “Is this the right choice?” on a daily basis. Winter was here, heavy and dark. It wasn’t going anywhere (not sure if it has, despite it … Continue reading »
Twelve days.
Well, well, well. Here I am, only 12 days from departure. It’s difficult to describe the emotions I am experiencing in the weeks leading up to my adventure. I mostly feel anxiety and stress, as I have yet to start packing or physically preparing for the journey. Simple tasks, such as purchasing a suitcase and … Continue reading »
No reason not to.
“Remembering you are going to die is the best way I know to avoid the trap of thinking you have something to lose. You are already naked. There is no reason not to follow your heart.” -Steve Jobs It would be an understatement to say that the last few months have been busy. However, despite … Continue reading »
Happy Anniversary
One year ago today, I married my best friend on a sunny afternoon. Happy anniversary Patrick. Thanks for sharing this adventure with me. “A house of stone” In the village where I was born, we wish A house of stone to shelter the heart of the marriage So here too, I wish you, Obstinate, strong love, unyielding and unending. May you be in reach of each … Continue reading »
