A Year Come and Gone

I started to post on this blog about one year ago after Thanksgiving last year, I was fortunate enough to spend the holiday with the majority of my family in Vermont. There is nothing like coming home and being surrounded by so much love to make you examine your life and re-direct it a little.
Maybe it's because I seem to revert to childhood a little when I'm back but suddenly my dreams seem more within reach, my Faith seems deeper, and my appreciation for my life is greater. I didn't realize how much I needed this leave until I was home, but I know I'll be able to go back to Japan refreshed in mind and spirit-ready to strive towards my goals once again. But for now I'm taking my time enjoying time spent with family and friends, my days are filled with long chats over coffee, writing, hiking, playing cards, snow fort building, baking, and eating ever so much amaZing food. ;) As my best friend would say, "Pura Vida!"