Updates:
I decided to return to my hometown of Phoenix to recenter before attempting my solo travel adventure again.
As I stare in between sentences at the ethereal lunar eclipse that is happening, I know I made the right decision, with the help of a wonderful place to stay and racked up airline miles.
I feel so lucky right now. So many things- seemingly small, but meaningful things- have helped me regain some self esteem and direction. Emotions are temporary so I want to hold onto it right now by writing it and sharing it. I've also been photographing some of my adventures and will be sharing those soon.
I leave October 12th for Ha Noi, Vietnam. But for now, I am trying to live each day as if it were my last, filling it with my favorite activities. It's fun to meet new people and Take advantage of the amazing emotional connections I have out here. A lady told me today, after seeing my butterfly ring, that I was a butterfly sent to her from her father who had passed on. I am glad to help inspire hope in others.
