here we go again..

seriously, i can't get enough of traveling. it really is, by far, my favorite thing to do. and i've been given loads of advice by people much older and wiser to "take advantage of it while you're young & single, because once you settle down, it's all over".  said like a true doomsday expert. though i'm not quite sure i'll ever settle down, i can at least appreciate what they are trying to say. traveling for me is more than just seeing really cool places (although, that is a great part). for me it opens my eyes even more so to our world and all its joys, troubles, wonderful cultures.. and makes me realize how truly lucky i am.

okay, enough of the serious talk. because china in june wasn't enough - i'm off to new zealand! i absolutely cannot wait. i leave 28 january, and return 25 february. or at least that's the plan. you never know.. i may just wind up liking it so much i decide to stay :)