I get extra reflective whenever we approach mid-year. Perhaps we can say it's like a check-in of sorts. How are you doing? I asked this same question from my 2021 Mid-year Reflections entry. This year, I want to share about how I've been seeking novelty nowadays and my reflections around it.
I took a break one wfh afternoon before proceeding to my night calls and the break activity of choice was to was water our plants in the garden. My dad assigned me this chore since he was going to be away for a few days to take care of my grandma. I gladly obliged since this was a chore I used to do every single day during the pandemic lockdown.
It has been incredibly hot nowadays, but it certainly won't dampen my spirits from going on a hike!!
My grade-high school friends and I went on a hike and draw session on Maundy Thursday. Nature, walking, and art -- it was our attempt to blend our passions in one day trip.
This is perhaps my ultimate Hanoi travel log, wherein I recap where we went and what we did in (and perhaps out of) the city. I enjoyed our activities a lot since these are a mix of all our interests and passions. Sharing with you most of what we did and a bit of my personal insights:
Whenever I go on trips abroad, I try as much as possible to include a day trip to a nearby province. I think it's a good way to experience a much slower and relaxed pace since it's a chance to explore more of the countryside and its nature attractions.