Two Years Ago Today

Two years ago today

Spencer and I were giddy with excitement

as we packed the final items

into our huge backpacks.

We were off to Europe.

The day I'd dreamed about since I was 10.

We were finally doing it!

Setting out on one incredible adventure.

Our bags and been checked and rechecked.

Spencer assuring me as run through the list in my mind

that anything we forget, we can buy there.

(Like a belt for 10 euro and Aloe Vera gel for...17.50 Euro. OUCH in more ways then one.)

As we head to Ladner for Auntie Lori to drive us to the airport

I am imaging what it will look like

smell

like

feel

like

And about 12 hours later

As our plane descends in England

I look out my window and see perfect square fields

separated by rows of hedges dotted with sheep.

Perfect.

I already feel comfortable here.

There are so many times

(probably daily)

that I think about our holiday.

My heart aches to go back there and discover more

To visit Sienna, to eat meat pies,

to take a cooking class in Italy

To climb more towers and listen to church bells

I can still remember the feelings

as we came upon something new,

exciting, ancient and fun.

My dream is that one day I can take my kids there

Share these experiences with them

Have them taste pasta in Italy

See a play in London

Practice their French in a bistro

...

Perhaps I need to start buying some lotto tickets?

What is the most exciting adventure you've shared with your soul mate/best friend/self?