2016-10-31

Going with the flow...

 Abandoning to the flow...

How do I even begin share these thoughts after so much time has passed?

There is no real explanation - time just slips by and I allow myself to flow along in the current that is the easiest. No struggling against the tide, no effort in directing the course...the one that is more personal - not so public - where I have no real 'wisdom' to impart, no strong willed inspiration to be, or do, or struggle...but being this 'present' means I have neglected many people I love - especially in Japan and for this I apologise! Perhaps I finally found the definition of being truly 'Sloth'.

It was a wonderful journey to Japan in July, with warm and deep reconnections and the chance to freely explore new places with very little planning. I felt so privileged to have the gift of time to show Pacha and Yani some beautiful hidden places around Japan, and sad for the reality that most people in Japan have never had or taken this opportunity to explore. Renting a van and living freely made us realise how magical this country is, not just for the beautiful secret places around just about every corner, but how easy it is to stop just about anywhere and find safety and supplies.

The themes of our visit revolved around the great gift of play - truly, freely playing - which means falling over sometimes and making mistakes and not being so concerned about what other people will think - rather following what's true to your heart...Our play this time was mostly in the ocean - with surfing at the core. We hope it will encourage others to step outside their comfort zones and find simple joys and freedom.
Abandoning to the flow...

How do I even begin share these thoughts after so much time has passed?

There is no real explanation - time just slips by and I allow myself to flow along in the current that is the easiest. No struggling against the tide, no effort in directing the course...the one that is more personal - not so public - where I have no real 'wisdom' to impart, no strong willed inspiration to be, or do, or struggle...but being this 'present' means I have neglected many people I love - especially in Japan and for this I apologise! Perhaps I finally found the definition of being truly 'Sloth'.

It was a wonderful journey to Japan in July, with warm and deep reconnections and the chance to freely explore new places with very little planning. I felt so privileged to have the gift of time to show Pacha and Yani some beautiful hidden places around Japan, and sad for the reality that most people in Japan have never had or taken this opportunity to explore. Renting a van and living freely made us realise how magical this country is, not just for the beautiful secret places around just about every corner, but how easy it is to stop just about anywhere and find safety and supplies.

The themes of our visit revolved around the great gift of play - truly, freely playing - which means falling over sometimes and making mistakes and not being so concerned about what other people will think - rather following what's true to your heart...Our play this time was mostly in the ocean - with surfing at the core. We hope it will encourage others to step outside their comfort zones and find simple joys and freedom.

Since our visit to Japan, Pacha has been the man focus of our lives, travelling to Portugal for the World Junior Surfing championships. She is still in Europe, living with friends and soon Yani, my niece Neroli and I will be joining her to take another surfing roadtrip, this time through Spain and Portugal through November.

We will try to keep the story of this journey available through video diaries.
If you haven't already taken a look, here are the videos of our visit to Japan, created by Pacha!

Week 1: http://youtu.be/0HYPLdL0LXk
Week 2: http://youtu.be/SFHgUKZUC80
Week 3: http://youtu.be/GpGQV8TXM98
Week 4: http://youtu.be/EKkCfbMWDbw
Week 5:http://youtu.be/3qchLcdUIJk
Week 6: http://youtu.be/98_nIijgrNo
Final week: http://youtu.be/LCbDa-lJ5FU