what lies ahead

I find it unbelievable how fast time moves. It has been nearly five months since I departed from what I considered home for half a year. While in Viet Nam, I thought it'd last forever, and now, its been almost half a year from that experience. For some time now, I tend to look at the future more so than focus on the present. To some that may be seen as a negative thing, where all my joys and great experiences today are are glazed over; not appreciating. But what lies ahead?

Accepted into the DePaul study abroad program recently, this August, I'll be flying not exactly half way around the globe, but close to it, to Budapest, Hungary. The sights, sounds, and smell of Eastern Europe are things that exist in my imagination. What I associate with Hungary is goulash and one extremely confusing language. I am excited though. Strolling down the riverside of the Danube, viewing the beautiful structures lingering above my head, lounging along a streetside cafe, soaking in whatever life there has to offer. In due time, in due time.



In a way, I've attempted to forge this identity of being a globetrotter. Maybe that identity is visible, maybe its not. I can stay in one place for so long, unless present are those I love and enjoy the company of. A friend once said, home is where my suitcase takes me next. Mine brings me to Budapest.

Until next time,

Tran Quy Hac