"Europe 2009"

Do you ever sit down and think about how funny time is? I remember the day I booked my European Road Trip adventure, I was so excited to travel through Europe, meet new people, and experience culture. It was the best trip I have ever been on and along the way I made friends that I will never forget.

Now it's over a year since we all returned from our adventure and we all still find ourselves reminiscing on all memories we made. Among the favorites are the unforgettable Amsterdam, Mount Pilatus, and the last night London. I remember our last night in London, the whole group went to a bar and indulged in drinking, good company, and dancing to Journey.

Last night, the Californians from the trip decided to get together for a mini reunion. It felt so good seeing everyone and talking about our Europe adventure. It made me realize how things are always changing over time. Catching up with everyone and seeing how their lives have continued after the trip made me appreciate every moment we live.

Europe was the best trip of my life, and I experienced it on my own. I was at a good place in my life when I took that trip and I want to get that back. I want to make choices for myself and be selfish with my time. Everyday we make choices and those choices determine how our future will be. Sometimes we can't control the repercussions of those choices but we can control how we handle the aftermath. I cannot be sure what tomorrow will bring, but I am sure of today, and today I am taking it one step at a time.
There is too much beauty in life to live it sitting down and here is the evidence of it: