Enjoying the moment

In this ever changing high mobility community of expats, it is always nice to remember to stop and enjoy the moments.  I often work with students who don’t want to make friends because one of them will move, or friends who are fighting because their friendship is shifting.  It can be tough to make lasting relationships when you know you will soon be on a new adventure.

This weekend was one such moment for me.  As I look ahead to the next adventure of going home, it was nice to stop in the middle of detail chaos, and visit with friends.  We spent a lovely day in Puxi enjoying where each of us is currently on this journey and celebrated our friendship.  Some are staying and some are moving to other countries, but we know that with facebook, skype and an abundance of frequent flyer miles, we will reconnect.

Stealing moments with friends is what makes these journeys so special.  I encourage you, no matter where you are in the journey, to stop for a moment and treasure those who make it so special.