I haven't been home since April and it's been way too long for my heart not to see my family and dear friends since then (thank goodness for Skype).

I can't wait to be there and enjoy the perfect weather and see all of these familiar faces I love so much. I can't wait to see the beautiful landscapes and hear the beautiful noises of the nature there. I can't wait to laugh and talk with all my siblings and nieces and friends. I can't wait to take pictures of my ever changing nieces and baby sister. I can't wait to shoot this imaginative and fun pregnant friend and create lovely memories.

It's funny how different this year is from last year when I was so anxious to be turning 30. It feels so strange and yet so normal, it feels like ageing doesn't matter anymore and that life is just happening and I'm enjoying it.

I feel calm and happy and my thoughts are:

I do feel a little sad because Peter is away but I can't wait to see him and celebrate my birthday with him. He already got me a beautiful beeeautiful bouquet, I'm the luckiest!

Also a very, very happy birthday to my wonderful friend, Emily! I love you!