K E L L Y L U K E R

excuse his vulgarity, but it's hilarious.  Spencer (a friend in my program) showed me this.  I do actually think he's studied abroad... wifi problems... SO TRUE.  and oh my goodness, Vodafone......

I was reading about art stuff, procrastinating my 10 page papers I have to write in Italian, and came upon this short paragraph.  I think it sums up one of the biggest things I've learned here in Italy about the Italian lifestyle, as well as something to apply to my life in general.

We are always in a rush to get somewhere or be something other than what we are in this present moment.  There is no “there,” only here and now.  Stop, take a deep breath and recognize you are exactly where you are supposed to be.  Then relax and enjoy the ride.  The process of creation is a gift.  Stay present in your life and share your gift with the world.

 - Kelli Bickman

Manarola, Cinque Terre, as a storm rolls in

Kristina in Parc Guell