Conclusions

"A journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step". 

That was the mindset I kept at the very beginning of this blog. I had no clue what those thousand miles would bring but only that I must keep on walking and enjoy every second of it. 


I began writing this blog while I had time to spare in Copenhagen. 

Here I am in Kastrup airport waiting outside terminal C28 for my flight that leaves in an hour. Call me crazy but I’m actually enjoying sitting and waiting here on this comfy black futon. I’m faced looking out so I can observe all the activities of the air field. Actually the reason why I mention what I’m looking at on the somewhat boring scene is that I saw a guy on a bicycle riding as fast as he could down the runway … if I didn’t know any better I would think that he was trying to fly his bike! Other than the lunatic on the bike, everything seems to be kind of normal. Guys in bright green vests preparing stuff before my plane arrives, little baggage trains zipping by, the sky is also a little average, pretty cloudy but with a little glimmer of blue barely showing through the coverage.

The last few days have been filled with reminiscing thoughts for me. I took a walk with fox down the first trail that I went on in Maria Park just before I left. I remember getting out in the country and the fields and just taking a huge breath of relief. I felt so comforted by just that feeling of space, and as I walked fox I thought about how much I have adapted to the crowded suburban life… and I actually kind of like it! Don’t get me wrong, I’ll always be a farm girl but it has been really nice living in the city.

My plane has arrived. It’s blue and has a big Canadian leaf on it. Pretty soon I guess that they’ll open my gate so I can walk in and wait some more. That’s the thing about travelling. Even though you’re going so far and doing so many things there is so much waiting involved… but I love it.

During the drive down to the train station this morning I really took the time to look out the window and by doing this I recalled the first time I saw those beautiful streets. I was so amazed with the architecture and the small streets and now of course I am still appreciative but the town of Helsingborg has really grown on me… it truly feels like a second home now.

It really is amazing how by just living in a new place for a year so many new things come into your life. I never thought I would have made as many good friends as I did, I never would have fathomed the thought of actually studying in Sweden, having romances, becoming so close with my au pair family, going to Paris and Tenerife, traveling all over at least the southern part of Sweden, (too bad I didn’t make it to Stockholm BUT I will be back so that city won’t escape the wandering eyes of Cori Bowman!) and really everything that took up my time for this whole year! It has been a year and I have spent that time learning more about myself and what I can do than I ever could have doing anything else. I am so happy that I proved to myself that living abroad is something that I enjoy doing, this was a vital experiment for my future so now let the doors of opportunity fly open!

Speaking of flying, my plane is getting a ton of food delivered onto it… yummmmmy! Alright, before my battery goes out I’m going to stop this rambling and get ready to go out on my next adventure. NEXT STOP, TORONTO.

Unfortunately in Toronto my computer died so I was unable to keep up the live-stream blogging technique. I can’t even describe how great it feels to be home. I’ve been busier than a bee but I’m also as happy as can be. I’m so happy to be surrounded by friends and loved ones, I just can’t get enough. I’ve already got my country-girl back on; I’m going to my second country music concert tonight at the Sangamon County Fair, so fun!

I guess things that I am noticing the most about home right now is how laid back and easy life feels. Maybe it’s just because it’s how I grew up but everything seems so simple and dreamy here. Of course I am keeping busy but it’s just the feeling that goes through this area- take it easy. Who wants to be stressed out and hectic on warm lazy summer days like these anyway?

Well my friends, this is my final entry for this blog. It has been a hell of a year, and I thank you very much for joining me in my adventures and supporting my blog. I am undecided if I will continue writing next fall, but for now I'm going to keep enjoying my summer days at home. 

Thanks to all!