Somehow, I ended up by the ocean. Outside of the country.

Yes, that's right. I am in Mexico! For the first time ever.

It has honestly been an amazing experience. I was super scared to do something like this, going out of the country by myself. A dazzling, young doe. However, if it is one thing that I have learned about life, it is to take risks. Do it scared, do it solo. The world becomes limitless when you stop caring so much. Not on a "The world is gonna end" tip, but moreso life is too short.

You cannot waste a single second. You cannot take one breath for granted.

Some of the meals that I have had so far include, but are not limited to;;

- Roast beef with onions and peppers

- Dirty rice w/ cilantro

- Fettucine alfredo
- Lamb T-chops w/ veggies

- Baked potato (Loaded)

- Island Sports burger

- Shrimp ceviche

All things that can be found in the U.S. but will not taste quite the same.

Unfortunately, after consuming the shrimp ceviche last night, I woke up this morning with the worst stomachache. Soon after came the symptoms of food poisoning. This had me down until about 1pm today. I missed morning yoga at 9am as a result, but I simply could not peel myself out of my bed other than to dash to the bathroom every 20 minutes. Thankfully, a lot of the stomach pain subsided but is still here every now and then. Terrible cramps, a knot in the middle of the stomach.

It cannot stop me from enjoying the rest of my trip!

I am looking forward to tomorrow, as the day begins bright and early at 8:30a. What is on the itenirary? A boat tour! Ah, I'm so excited. It is called the Isla Mujeres Privilege Escapade.
It's actually very cool. Here's what's included:

* Sailing across the Mayan River
* Snorkeling
* Open bar w/ buffet
* City tour of Mexico

The Day After..

Wow. I really did that, ha..

What an experience, truly.

I am excited to really explore the world. This has really changed me.

I have went outside the U.S. for the second time this year. The first time was for my birthday, Dominican Republic, with my sister. Oh, what a time.

We sailed. We drank. We sailed some more.

We laughed. We were scared. Then felt liberated.

I can now say, I have been Snorkeling.

It may seem like so simple to someone, a simple activity that you can even do in the pool of your backyard. But this was open water. No floor beneath the feet.

Coral, underwater.

Statues, underwater.

Fish, different species, underwater.

I can still see it.

I was so amazed. Terrified. But amazed.

I long for alot in this life.

Meaningful things. Deep things.

True experiences.

I love nature, always have. Always will.

So this, this was very special.

This was for me.

This was what I needed right now. At this pivotal point, in life.

To see, and feel something that I've never done before. To the maximum.

It did change me. All truth forward.

I realized what really mattered in this life.

Seeing the world.

Being the world.

Loving it, through your lenses. Without hesitation. Or other things.

That was what life was about. That's all I could think, swimming in that open water.

Goggles, life vests, and flippers on.

So, I have been home. Still basking in everything. Staying in tune with myself.
I can't wait to travel again. Mom wants to du a Mother/Daughter trip to Jamaica so we'll see how that goes!

Sidenote, I did record a vlog so that will be another post.

Thanks for reading, I hope you enjoyed!
xx