Lately I feel like I’m about to do so many things. I’m about to figure out how work will mesh with my life, now that the getting to know yous are over. I’m about to go to say good bye to a dear friend, moving to the coast. I’m about to open the book on school again, about to start a hundred thousand projects around the house, about to really dig into my mid-20s…(never mind being about to open a bottle of wine for all the anticipation…)
And I’m pleased to add another thing to the list….
I’m about ready to take my honeymoon – and this time, my work will actually let me take it!
Recently, dreaming about this get away has snuck into the corners of my mind all the time. I didn’t want to wait another year, and then another, and then another to get away – I want to do this now. When we have the money and can just go. When we can make the time and just vanish into blue water for a little while. So why not push for something that’s good for my heart? What’s the harm?
After some interesting exchanges I’ve been able to get five days off work, so we’re taking a Disney Cruise during our one year anniversary in September! We’ll be staying at Disney for 1 night, then heading on a 4 day cruise & staying 2 more nights at a resort. I’ve been to Disneyworld a couple of times, but I’ve never done anything like this and we’ve never gone without all of Mister’s family coming too.
I’m still exactly where I was earlier this week about work, but I’m thankful that the timeline to panic about where my life is headed has at least become slightly less urgent. I can breathe a little in the meantime. Do some yoga. Boil water for tea. Start a book. Pester Emily, Lily & Nora by e-mail. I can squeak through some days or weeks if I need to, knowing that I have this coming.
Mostly I’m ready to push off and see where the wind takes me. I’m ready to explore life some more and I want drift a little too. I’ve been focused on moving forward so fast I haven’t stopped to ask what I’m working towards, and if that is really where my heart is.
Right now I know my heart is with my Mister & my friends. So for now, while those are the only clear things in my mind, I’m letting them lead me. I can think of worse paths to be on, can’t you?
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Um, this is amazingly beautiful. I’m so glad you were able to get the time off of work for your honeymoon! You deserve that, and everyone needs that kind of thing. :)
So…you’ll be stopping in my town before you go on a cruise, huh? ;)
I’m so glad you will be able to have your honeymoon!
how exciting! I am so glad that they let you take some days off for your honeymoon!
I came by from Ashley’s blog. Your pictures are so beautiful! Congratulations on getting to take your honeymoon!
I’m so glad that you’re getting time off to take a honeymoon! It will be great and relaxing. Those pictures are amazing Kyla. As always I love your post. What are you going back to school for? Pushing off and seeing where the wind takes you is a very exciting (and a little scary) prospect isnt it?
When you work hard, life falls into place. Enjoy it, Kyla, because you deserve it!
I love your images, they’re beautiful…and I also love your hair! It’s so shiny and perfect!
You take lovely pictures miss. And your hair looks AMAZING.
I’m so glad you and Mister get to take a honeymoon this year.
Are you planning on going back to school?
Firstly, you NEVER pester me when you email me. Thanks for the sweet shoutout!
Secondly, I’m so very glad that you were able to get the time off that you need/want! I can’t wait to hear all about the cruise and Disney trip. (Secret: I LOVE Disney. I’m kind of like a five year old in that respect.)
Thirdly, One week until Vegas! Can’t wait =)
what lense did you get?!
How wonderful!! I’m so glad they finally woke the heck up. I love Disney World and would love to go back. I was there for a week back in 2005 and I miss it. After just a week I still didn’t get to see everything!
Those pictures are fantastic. Also, yay for honeymoon! You’re going to have a lovely time! And i’m happy that you’re journeying to my side of the world – woo Disney!!
I’m glad you worked your honeymoon plans out! Disney cruise+resort sounds like a lot of fun.
I’m so glad you aren’t waiting! Enjoy life now! Carpe Diem! You’re only young once!
Also, I am so excited that you got a 50mm. Did you get the f/1.4? That’s the one I’m looking at right now for my 40D.
This is exciting! I am glad you get to go on your honeymoon! You deserve it (I know what I am talking about because I am still waiting for my honeymoon to happen and it’s been three years *sigh*). Enjoy the anticipation – it’s half the fun! :)
so glad to hear you’re finally gonna have
the honeymoon you deserve
and get some time off
seem’s like you will need it
more than ever
and it will be just what you need
bearing in mind
all the things you do
and all the projects you are undertaking
wish you lots of luck
and hope you have the loveliest of times
I enjoy your blog so much
soso
your pictures are beautiful! and you will have THE MOST amazing time in disney!
Aw, I’m so glad to hear that you were able to get the time off! You guys are going to have so much fun together. :]
& I love your new camera lens. What kind of camera do you use?
Oh Kyla that is SO great that you get to take your honeymoon now! SO exciting!
I blogged about something similar today, I need to start living in the now and just enjoy the path I am on, so I know what you mean! I bet that’s a huge weight off your shoulders to know that you can finally take your honeymoon. And Disneyworld will be SO fun!!!
Love those pictures :-)
AH! Yes! Please pester me all the time! :)
I’m SO ridiculously GIDDY that you finally got to schedule your honeymoon, and this getaway sounds absolutely perfect! Sail on, my friend!
Awesome you get to go on your Honeymoon! I like your hair in the 1st picture I see!! :)
Adorable photos (and haircut!). It sounds like you guys are going to have an amazing time, and a one year anniversary/honeymoon sounds SO romantic & wonderful!!! In the mean time you’ve got plenty of time to pick out the perfect cruising wardrobe =D
yay for being able to take a honeymoon!
oh goodness I like your blog so much! I am glad you can relate to my rumination musings, I think I am going to really enjoy reading your blog at time rolls on!
oh I’m so glad you’re going to get to finally take your honeymoon! I can’t wait to hear all about it!
Yay you!!! You’re going to have a fantabulous time! Can’t wait to hear all about it. :)
What’s Disney cruise? Because it sounds amazing and I’m happy for you!:)
As frustrated and anxious as the feeling is knowing you are about to set sail (literally or figuratively)… but just not suite there yet… it’s also very very exciting. I hope you have so much fun on your honeymoon!
Awesome news:) I hope that you have the most amazing time:)
That’s awesome news!!! You’re going to have so much fun!
DISNEY CRUISE!!!! Ah, that sounds absolutely amazing. I’ve recently been thinking about how much I want to go back to Disney World (haven’t been since like.. age 7), and even though I live near Disneyland, it’s SO not the same.
a cruise sounds excellent! i hope the two of you have a wonderful time. we all need to escape sometimes, and you shouldnt have to wait so many years before enjoying a honeymoon together. im assuming your work finally gave you the time off then?
and its always nice to feel like you’re at a right point in your life. i sometimes have moments where I feel like im where im supposed to be and I get excited about the future. :>
um, i’ve definitely got to get back in the blogging world and get to know you better. you’re so inspirational and lovely. the photos are gorgeous…and your hair, well, it fits you just right.
“Mostly I’m ready to push off and see where the wind takes me. I’m ready to explore life some more and I want drift a little too. I’ve been focused on moving forward so fast I haven’t stopped to ask what I’m working towards, and if that is really where my heart is.”
I can’t even tell you how much these words touched me. This is exactly where I am right now, and I’ve had a lot of thinking to do about it, too. I can’t believe I’m going to be twenty-five this year, and am kind of freaking out – but trying to remind myself to enjoy the ride.
Incredible photos! I would seriously hang those on my wall.
I’m so glad to hear you finally get your honeymoon. We’re also going on a cruise for ours. That is… if Andrew ever books it!