Frantic.

I'm packing.
I'm frantic.
Excited.
uncertain.



Off to Praia tomorrow... most likely staying on the island of Santiago.

outstretched hands

Yes. I'm about to escape my current residence in Venice beach, just as I settle in. Typical words of the untamed, uncatchable, independent spirit. Of course, just prior to this temporary escape, I must acknowledge some of the fascinating happenings taking place recently. Just when shadowed Drama seems to lurk unflailing behind my every move, a sunny streak of sincerity has been contangeous around town. I first noticed this uncanny phenomenon after attending a "skateboard freeride" at a local skateboard company. Touring around town in a giant mass of skateboarders-- the kind that cruise and locomote rather than attempt to squash every lift and railing in town. However, for whatever reason, feelings were hurt at the end of the night. As i stood outside, in a dark alley away from anyone, soaking up as fast as possible the inevitable tears prior to anyone's visibility, a group of people walked by. "Oh no. She's so sad" one drunken girl remarked. "Great. silly blondie's going to make a joke. "i thought to myself. But before i could allow sarcasm to consume, she came up and gave me a hug. And then so did the rest of the group. I couldn't help but smile, and realize that maybe wearing your heart on your sleeve once in a while is okay. Because some people are willing to help stitch it up!

Soon after this event, I was biking down the street with my gimpy wrist, and money fell out of my pocket. (Fourty bucks). A girl on her bike about 10 yards behind followed me, sped up to tell me that I had lost it. I frantically biked back, and it was still there. Thank you.

And the stories continue. From chatting with a cooky French lady on the bus, to randomly meeting a friend of friend who is going to host me in Africa... they just keep continuing. I like to consider myself a giving person, and i'm never exhausted with being the one that gives without receiving. But i have to admit. It's nice to have the karma kick back in return.

Thank you Venice.