Africa

with my life being so out of control lately all i've been thinking about are ways to escape - and the foremost thought is AFRICA! - yes Africa my friends - i have ALWAYS wanted to visit and move there - have a totally different change of life - uproot everything and just move and find a tribe to welcome me for my stay! - this has literally been a dream of mine since i was a little girl - living in Africa, seeing the wildlife, scorching hot days, bugs flying all around me, living in the same clothes for days at a time, being barefoot and eating only what the tribe eats, ect.

i dream of this day one day coming true - for this "tribe" to teach me more about myself and for me to help them as well - a total barter system - as well as a spiritual awakening - i hope one day, everyone will be well enough in my family, that i can just uproot myself and plant my feet in Africa for some time - this day can not come soon enough!






DO YOU FEEL YOU HAVE A CALLING IN LIFE TO BE SOMEWHERE ELSE MAKING A DIFFERENCE?!
my perfect life = to have just enough money to not have to work and volunteer full time :o)

forget about shopping, clothing, new bags, home decor, designers - but instead grow as a human, become more spiritual within myself, and to go find my calling grounds and make a difference - i now know i identify as a "helper/fixer" - which i've come to find there isn't many people who are in the same boat as i - but the one's who are - LOVE! - that's who i want to spend the rest of my days with!

Africa please welcome me one day to your glorious land and spirit!

(Spirit Junie by Gabby Bernstein should be showing up today - JUST in time for some spiritual awakening and motivation!)

*i most likely will be disconnected for a bit - with my Mom's surgery tomorrow (double mastectomy with reconstruction) i will be called to duty making sure all her needs are met - the first 2 weeks are gonna be the worst/toughest - long road ahead of us - but we're off to the right direction - Thank You Butterflies for all your continued support and well wishes!*

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19 comments:

  1. Diana MieczanSeptember 14, 2011 at 8:58 AM

    I'd love to visit Africa one day as well and those photos are beautiful. Fingers crossed for your mom's surgery tomorrow. Kisses and hugs, sunshine.

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  2. Dancing BranflakeSeptember 14, 2011 at 12:19 PM

    My friend two years ago volunteered at a refugee camp in Ghana and it was amazing to hear him talk about his experiences. It's such a beautiful country. I hope you get to visit the area sometime.

    Prayers to your mother. Love and prayers.

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  3. Something Old, Something NewSeptember 14, 2011 at 2:23 PM

    I would absolutely love to go to Africa - these pictures are amazing! Good luck to your mom tomomrrow!

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  4. Marie a la ModeSeptember 14, 2011 at 2:26 PM

    Africa would me an amazing country to visit! Your Mom will be in my prayers tomorrow xo.

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  5. Ren- Lady Of The ArtsSeptember 14, 2011 at 5:45 PM

    I've been to South Africa twice and Swaziland where we camped in the mountains- I find Africa to be one of the most amazing places on earth- I love the collection of photos to posted.

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  6. Ren- Lady Of The ArtsSeptember 14, 2011 at 5:46 PM

    I should add that while I was in Swaziland I volunteered in a community where we built a fence around a school, painted classrooms, tended to a community garden and taught english.

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  7. THE ALTERNATIVE WIFESeptember 14, 2011 at 6:41 PM

    I can totally understand your feeling. When things are so out of control daydreaming about going somewhere is one of the only things that gets me through. And Africa has been on my list forever. It would be such a life enriching experience.

    Good luck to you all tomorrow! xoxo

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  8. P.S. I love this...September 14, 2011 at 9:12 PM

    Prayers to you and your mom. Maybe you and your mom can go to Africa someday soon...

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  9. Bella @BellgetsrealSeptember 14, 2011 at 11:37 PM

    I know everything will go smoothly for your mom tomorrow. All my good thoughts will be with you both. My girlfriend went to Africa earlier this year to volunteer and take pictures. Her blog is Tres bird. You should check her out from my don't miss list and read her post about her experience there. She is a fantastic writer and photographer.
    Much love

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  10. Couture CarrieSeptember 15, 2011 at 9:26 AM

    Gorgeous post, darling!
    I would love to go to Africa someday too!

    xoxox,
    CC

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  11. Leeann @ Join the GossipSeptember 15, 2011 at 3:14 PM

    I love the circle pic!

    Sending prayers and good vibes your mom's way ♥

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  12. STYLE'NSeptember 15, 2011 at 3:45 PM

    gorgeous photos Erika. My parents are both from Kenya.born and grew up there. I have been and love it there but next i want to hit South Africa...the wineries...beaches...safari's etc.

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  13. FRANKIE HEARTS FASHIONSeptember 15, 2011 at 4:28 PM

    Thinking about you and Mom today love...xo

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  14. SovinaSeptember 17, 2011 at 1:14 PM

    I have a friend who worked in Africa for a little bit..she says it's a life changing experience..I hope you find your path soon..the picture of all children sitting in the circle is so moving..

    http://weddingonthecards.blogspot.com/

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  15. D e g a i n eSeptember 18, 2011 at 4:43 PM

    LOVEEEE The photo with the circle and the feet, made me giggle at their cuteness! loved this post!

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  16. this free birdSeptember 19, 2011 at 6:43 PM

    Thinking of you and your mom, sending prayers, here if you need anything. I may be in the west, but am there in spirit, phone, fb--whatever, whenever.

    And re: life's calling? YES. I HAVE ALWAYS FELT LIKE THIS. let's dish when the timing is right.

    xoxo,
    C

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  17. thekellytangSeptember 20, 2011 at 12:58 PM

    I hope your mom's surgery goes well! We will still be here when you get back. :) And I totally feel you on the calling thing, Africa is definitely a place I'd love to go and make a difference as well.

    <3 Kelly

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  18. KristinSeptember 22, 2011 at 11:37 PM

    Meg raves about her trip to Africa! I would like to go on a safari at least once in my life!

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  19. AnnieSeptember 27, 2011 at 9:48 AM

    It would SUCH an incredible trip.. I really hope you get to go one day and I really, really hope your mom is doing well after her surgery.

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