Hello and a lovely Monday to everyone,
Thought of today; you don't need to live in 'exciting' places to have an exciting life. Recently I have been thinking a lot about my own wanderlust. I know this is because at some point of moving around and traveling things get serious- for me I have now settled, started working and am trying to get some new friends. And all of the sudden it is all so real: you are far from home and you will be for a while. I have always considered myself semi carefree and easily adaptable person, however, I cannot lie and say that I didn't wonder whether I would enjoy living in Vietnam.
Most expats, myself included, already have a good life before traveling. I personally felt very much at home in both Africa and the UK. I really miss how easy getting around and talking to people it was, I dearly miss my friends, and I know I would have been employed easily. So it all makes me wonder 'why did I ever leave that behind?'.
I would like to think that personally I do it for the challenge and the experience. I am easily tempted and it brings me pleasure to do the extraordinary. I enjoy being able to surprise people by telling them my traveling stories and my background. Further, I do not wish to sit in a rocking chair when I'm older and not having incredible stories to tell to my grand kids.
Vietnam is obviously a beautiful place and traveling itself has nothing compared to getting to know and experiencing another culture. All these things that you can feel and learn truly make you rich as a person. I have no regrets and my wanderlust makes me very happy. Even the words 'settling down' sounds awful for me. Surely settling means that you give up on some of your dreams. I don't mean that I wouldn't want to stay in one place for a long time with someone I love, but I will surely never give up on my wanderlust.
Enjoy your week!
Mira
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