Friday, Jul 12, 2019
Mucho Mejor
I’m happy to say that I am definitely on the mend. I have felt so much better this week than last. This experience has given me a new appreciation for people with chronic pain who deal with pain issues on a daily basis. It also makes me realize how lucky I am that my usual norm is set at “healthy”.
Colombia Booked
I purchased my ticket for Colombia this week. I leave Ecuador August 31st to live in Medellin. Between now and then I have some work to do to get it down to 2 suitcases. Uuugh. I enjoy minimalism, just not the process of getting there. In reality this process should not be a big deal.
Lately I have been starring out at the ocean from my place. I try to imagine not having this view any longer. It is one I have grown to love. Sometimes I panic a bit and think what the hell am I doing? Then I remember that Colombia is just another experience, and most likely it will be a good one based on my trip there earlier this year. Tranquilo Todd. Just breathe. š
Weather Report
This week’s weather has sucked bad. The clouds have been heavy and the rain has been frequent. The temperature feels cold to me as well…72 degrees. Brrrrrr. I have to say though, this winter season has been the best of the three so far. Each year the amount of rain has been less, and the random days of sunshine has been more.
San Jose and Olon definitely sit in a micro-climate from Puerto Lopez to Ayungue. I think the best option for those who need sunshine (like me) is to plan some trips out of here between June and November. Find your sunshine man!
Enjoy your weekend!
Chau
Hi Todd,
I was worried about you and glad you are on the mend. I can understand all your stories- we were in Cuenca last summer. Please keep writing your blog in Columbia!
Si amiga,
Carol Ferguson
Thank you Carol and thanks for reading! I’m up in the air about my blog once I go to Colombia.
Todd, glad you are feeling better. From all of us who follow you from afar and wish we had the courage to experience life in a different country or countries, we wish you well on your move to Colombia!
Thank you Liz for your well wishes, and thanks for reading!
Hi Todd,
So glad you are feeling better! Iām excited for you to move to Columbia and we get to hear about adventures there! Hang in there with the weather.
Continue healing!
Laree
Thanks Laree! Still not sure about continuing the blog when I am in Colombia. I need a second wind!
Happy to hear you are feeling your norm again.!! As I read the post i felt the feelings you described – the process of minimalist (it was so much easier when I was younger and owned less……); more important, I feel that excitement and panic as I put plans in motion to leave San Diego (LEAVE SAN DIEGO….. many would say am nuts). My choices are not confirmed, and brought it down to three (Olon, or Sagunto, Spain or a small town near Faro, Portugal). Leaning toward Sagunto, so maybe i will see you in Columbia for spanish immersion
I saw a presentation on Friday from someone who may interest you from the business side (I can explain). He is a real high flyer and moved to Puerto Rico for tax reasons AND he is currently in Medellin doing SPanish Immersion. He planned to stay 3 months and said he is staying another 5. I dont know him personally but can share the website and I think you will get why I make this suggestion. Email me. And good luck with minimalizing š
Your choices seem exciting Moira! I’ve never been to Spain but many of my friends have and love it. I appreciate the offer to view the website. You can send me the link at todd.gorishek@gmail.com
Have been traveling all summer and just now got a chance to read your blog. I hope you enjoy your move, as you know moves are high up on the stressors in life list but having moved from the US to Europe and back again, then moved from state to state (job) in the US I know how enriching the moves can be if we allow them to be!!! I look forward to hearing from you in Columbia!!!! Metta – Catherine (and Scott)
Hi Catherine! It’s been a minute. I appreciate your encouragement on my move. Say hi to Scott and I wish you both well.
Todd