Wednesday, 5 March 2014

Close Your Eyes And Jump

The time has come to summon a little courage, inhale the deepest of breaths and take that step into the unknown. All of this preparation and planning, sensible decisions mixed with a leap of faith has led me to this next significant moment; actually moving to the Netherlands.


My little blog will be out of action for a short while, as my parents and I load the car and set sail for the shores of Holland, embarking on a very new chapter of my life. So I wanted to leave you with this little thought that is filling my mind with the kind of hope you can grab onto, during a some what nerve wracking time.


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There is no knowing which direction is the right one to take, there are no mistakes or wrong choices, just life. Life that needs to be lived to the fullest, which occasionally may mean taking some risks, here and there. I am the luckiest girl alive, as I have the biggest support network, so much encouragement to go for it and give it my best shot. I have my people at home in England cheering me on and providing a safety net if I should fall. I have my people in the Netherlands welcoming me into their world with open arms. One big family, two homes and a ton of best wishes.


Who knows 'what if'? Anything could happen. But that's the point isn't it? We go and find out, for ourselves. That's exactly what I intend to do. Not so much a new start, just the next stage. I'm still the same old person, just taking advantage of golden opportunities and experiencing as much as I can. I am exploring life, soaking up the atmosphere of every place I visit, and am broadening my knowledge and horizons. This adventure, it is still just a day, followed by another. The significance is what we do with it, what we take from it and how we share this with the people in our lives- no matter how close or far of a physical distance.


So here I go, time to write some new pages. Crash helmets at the ready!

12 comments:

  1. Good luck with your adventures over the North Sea - i'm sure everything will work out. I remember always thinking, regardless of how things may or may not turn out, I wanted to try it, to make the move and if whatever happens, at least I know I tried.

    Can't wait to hear about your adventures in the Netherlands!

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    1. Ohhh that so makes sense to me : ) Thank you so much. Alarm is set for 3am, and in a couple hours the journey begins!! xxxx

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  2. Perfect sentiment, perfect attitude. I am cheering you on from a grey Nottingham!!

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    1. Tor, your cheers are sincerely appreciated and are just the ticket right now : )

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  3. Good luck to you! I'm excited to have come across your blog at such a life transition.

    I moved from England to Belgium two years ago and I wouldn't change it. Things might not be as you expect but you can make them into something that you will love and cherish.

    Every time I had second thoughts of moving I would tell myself 'Whatever happens it's the adventure that counts!'

    ~ K

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    1. That is so true, we have to give it a shot right?

      Hey, that is so amazing, I have a zilion and three questions for you, I may have to take advantage of your kindness and lovely blog, and hound you for some info!!

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  4. Good luck! This move sounds insanely exciting, you have a great attitude so I'm sure everything will be good and fun! I can't wait to read about it all on your blog :) xx

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    1. I wish I could find the right words to say how blooming appreciative I am of your kind words : ) Thank you so much.

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  5. I only just came across your blog... and this post souds so... I can't put words to it. I just know that I want to feel like this one day :)
    I'll have to stay around and read some more! I reeeeally like your style of writing :)

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    1. Marie, you are such a sweetheart. I'd love for you to stay : )

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  6. I know how scary it is to face the unknown but you are a strong person! I really hope that you're doing well in your adventures.

    Thank you so much for your encouragement on my own scary post :)

    Best Wishes!

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    1. Ahh thank you Jade!! Well, I'm here now, so one big step taken. The rest I will take bit by bit.

      We can cheer each other on ; )

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