I was asked yesterday, if I wanted to go to vacation. Daa. Is fire hot? Is water wet? Of course I want to go to vacation. Who wouldn’t? Besides, my brand new passport just arrived.

That made me think about my previous 10 years. As a single mother I have needed to consider how to use the money I get. Do I use it for something that I need or want or should I spent it on something kids need or want, and which is the most important. And, surprisingly, my travels weren’t the most important on that list. I’m not telling this to complain or gather sympathy, i’m merely stating the fact. It was my choice. And I would do it again. In the meanwhile I have helped the younger generation to travel and see the world. Experience different cultures and different views. And to grow as a person.

But I wouldn’t be honest, if I didn’t admit that I miss the warmth. I miss fresh tropical fruit, I miss the beaches. It is this constant battle inside of me: ever since I was a teenager, I’ve told people I’ve got a latin heart and tropical soul, that my home shouldn’t be in such a cold place. In my studies I chose courses about reforestation of arid lands and tropical food production; even when I couldn’t see how to utilize that knowledge. But once again, it was my choice, and my intuition told me to do that.

Years have gone by, and kids have grown older, my income has increased and kids are doing their share of helping. And the future looks so different. I don’t need to worry if kids will survive over night or can I afford a new pair of shoes. Even tho my plans for May about travelling didn’t come true, it doesn’t mean that they never will. It is only rescheduled. Once again I trust my intuition.

Envisioning future travels

Joana