The future belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their dreams-Eleanor Roosevelt
We’re going on safari! A trip to South Africa is not complete without a safari through the famous Kruger National Park. When you picture an African Safari you think you will see animals everywhere like the opening scene of the Lion King. Elephants greeting you as you enter, buffalos around the water hole, and lionContinue Reading “We’re going on safari and it should be exactly like the Lion King right?”
Beware of Baboons. They are dangerous. But no one said exactly how dangerous. Do not hold food in your hand the guide said. Well, it should also be mentioned never ever take your bags off your shoulders either. Actually never take your bag in the first place, even though people were leaving their bags allContinue Reading “Bamboozled by a Baboon in South Africa”
Do you believe that everyone has a bad period in your life? So far mine is on year 5, I am truly hoping it will not continue to year 6. Each year I try to tell myself things will turn around, but things keep happening. But what I have learned from all these struggles isContinue Reading “Fortune Cookie says, “You will have 5 years bad luck, but lots of laughs included””
Travel with Lisa Costa Rica- Oct 2017 Peru- Jan 2018 Brazil Churchill, Canada for the polar bears Philippines Hong Kong Antarctica Russia China for the pandas Kenya-Giraffes Madagascar Finland- Igloo Hotels Aruba- Flamingos Argentina Australia New Zealand Fuji Tazmania Bucket List Travel Andorra Antigua and Barbuda Anguilla Switzerland Lebanon Bangladesh Belgium Belize Bolivia Romania ChinaContinue Reading “MY NEXT 5 YEARS (2018-2022)”
Did you ever question your identity? Who are you? Which labels define you? I never did before, but maybe it’s because I’m in my 30’s and truly soul-searching and trying to figure out who I am. This past year, I’ve started to question myself a lot and I know speaking with many of my otherContinue Reading “Trying to find your identity: Wondering who you are in your 30’s, the struggle of straddling two cultures”
This spurred from a late night conversation with Pallav. As we sat there at the bar, chatting about our lives and all the moving parts, we shared all the struggles we have faced as well. It’s very rare that you find a connection where both of you are so open and raw with everything inContinue Reading “Everything happens for a Reason: Nothing in life is Permanent”
If you have never been to Amsterdam, be prepared to be shocked. I was not prepared for it. When I think of Amsterdam, I think of Anne Frank, Van Gogh, and colorful houses. Tickets for Anne Frank’s house needs to be purchased about 6 months prior. Amsterdam is the city of the night. It isContinue Reading “Amsterdam”
Here is a letter to my future nieces, nephews, my own kids, and all other kids I love as my own, At 32 years old, I hope that one day you read these words of advice. I don’t regret my life, every decision has lead me to where I am. I have a very goodContinue Reading “Be Brave, Be Free, Be Unique- My Letter to the Future Generation”
As 2017 is coming to an end…As I’m reflecting, it has been a very eventful year. Here are the highlights below: 2017 started off with Lisa on a whirlwind trip. Together we conquered 16 countries. And with my short time off, I got to go on a few more to explore a few more, makingContinue Reading “The Highlights of my 2017”
This has been the most challenging year that I can remember and this was confirmed by Lisa. It was an emotional rollercoaster filled with lots of experiences that made me grow, reflect, and learn more about myself and life. It was also a very humbling experience as well. Here are the 31 life lessons thatContinue Reading “31 Lessons about Life in my 31 years”