What Will I Remember?
In the tranquil atmosphere of my living room, which doubles as my office, I find myself lost in thought. With ESL classes complete and college summer school assignments under control, I have a rare moment to reflect. As the day draws to a close, I ponder: when I look back on this time in my life, what memories will remain?
The past few months have been a whirlwind, marked by a move and a staggering 90+ hours of travel across Thailand by bus. Now, I am once again in the midst of preparing for another international adventure, carefully packing belongings into storage and suitcases.
Now in my early thirties, I can’t help but feel a bit surprised at how much of my life still seems up in the air. However, I am quick to remind myself of the extraordinary experiences and personal growth I’ve undergone since leaving the United States. Despite the ongoing reinvention, I take solace in the fact that some aspects of “me” remain constant.
Over the past five years, my life has experienced monumental changes — transformations I could…
