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1 year, Anniversary, Chamber Brothers, Classic Rock, Inspired teacher, Inspired traveler, laugh, love, Thailand, Thailand adventures, Thailand travels, time, Time has come today, travel, wanderlust, Wasted time
Time is a funny thing. We wish for it to hurry and get to 5 o’clock (prime happy hour) or we want it to slow down on those lazy Sunday afternoons. We constantly check it throughout the day to see if the time has come or if we are simply running out of time. We’ve all heard the various sayings before: “it’s only a matter of time;” “time heals all wounds;” “a stitch in time saves nine;” “time flies when you’re having fun;” “take it one step at a time;” “don’t waste your time.” Generations before all warned us about wasted time and spending it wisely because what we can never get back is a moment after it’s missed, and time after it’s gone.
One year ago today, I set off for an adventure of a lifetime. I honestly cannot believe that 1 year has passed. I’ve done and seen so many things, met so many wonderful people and I can’t express how grateful I am to have had this opportunity. I was not expecting my time to go by so fast, there are still so many things I need to do and places I need to see, which brought me to my decision to extend my time here. Hitting my one-year mark has brought back some memories of when I first arrived in Thailand; how completely scared and overwhelmed I was. Reading back my own written words in my journal reminded me of all of the emotions I was going through exactly one year ago.
First Journal entry written in Taipei Airport, Layover to Thailand: Dated October 6th 2014
…Not only do I have no idea what im getting myself into, it’s going to be a year-long journey. So much can happen, so much will happen, and its that kind of experience I’ve been craving for a long time. I want so much for myself in this coming year; but the most is to use this time and take it all in, try not to be afraid, and to come what may.
I’ve got to say, quite the attitude to have. I feel like I’ve been working on what I was first set out to do. I’m not too afraid anymore of taking risks, or of being alone, and I think my positive attitude captures positive vibes that have helped get me to where I am now. I’m definitely lucky to have people in my life that have continuously supported me and my decisions and those that have helped make this year completely unforgettable.
Just a quick recap of some of the gems from this past year:
With every passing year time goes by faster and faster. It made me realize that I should do more, love more, laugh more, and try to limit uttering the phrase, “I don’t have any time.” I want to make sure I don’t take what I have here for granted. Back at home, or where ever I am in the future I need to remember to use my time doing the things most important to me and to never waste any precious moments.
The biggest regret that you’ll have at the end of your life is wasted time.
(tick, tock)… Time!
Cheers