Fly Away

A month ago I boarded a plane and flew halfway across the world from the Philippines and decided to move back to California for good. I've lived in California since my childhood and teen years. And have been living in the Philippines for 14 years. It was the boldest decision I have ever made. I woke up one day, booked a ticket for California and flew on a plane the next day.

It wasn't that I hated living in the Philippines. I loved it out there. It's just that it was something I needed to do. I was broken in ways one could never imagine. I left behind my mom, my dad, family, friends and an awesome career. I literally got on a plane with just my bag full of clothes, no plans of what's going to happen in the next few months but a heart full of love, trust and faith that God has a big plan for me. For someone who has lived on routine, who thrives on routine, a change in lifestyle, environment, any change can be completely nerve wrecking. But then again, I just know, that it is the time to start a new beginning.

As I start a new beginning I am reminded of the things I left behind in the Philippines. It is summer all the time in the Philippines and since it is extremely warm out here in California I wanted to share with you a few of the summer things I am currently missing.

Fresh coconut juice

Hanging out at the beach with my brother's wife and my cousin

Dinner with friends

With my mom, brother and my sister in law

In the next few months I am looking forward to creating new memories and building on to my list of favorite places here in California.

Proverbs 31:25
She is clothed with strength and dignity, and she laughs without fear of the future.

So indeed I shall laugh without fear of the future and trust in God's unfailing love.

Happy Monday everyone!