From Dream to Reality: The Journey of Checking Off Our Bucket List
Earlier this year, I made a bold commitment on The ARTwork of YOU
Episode 20: my husband and I were going to Europe.
It wasn't planned.
It just came out of my mouth.
I didn't know precisely when, how, or even where, but I knew we had to make it happen. It was one of those dreams hovering in the background for a while, always finding reasons to stay on the "someday" list.
I decided that someday wasn't good enough.
I wanted this to be the year that we finally took that trip. And now, we are leaving tomorrow on a multicity adventure through Italy!
Let me tell you, the process was anything but smooth. Planning an international trip is no small feat. Choosing destinations, coordinating train schedules, finding beautiful accommodations that wouldn't break the bank, and figuring out what to do in each city was overwhelming.
I look forward to our stay in Positano, where we'll navigate over 700 steps to reach our Airbnb! Truth be told, thinking about it makes me question my sanity. Still, despite the challenges, each step (pun intended!) has only added to the excitement and anticipation.
So why am I sharing all this? Not to brag about our trip but to emphasize something much bigger: the importance of stepping out of our comfort zones and turning our dreams into reality.
We all have those big dreams—traveling to a new country, starting a business, or pursuing a passion—that we keep tucked away, waiting for the "perfect" moment. But here's the thing: there will never be a perfect moment.
If we keep waiting, those dreams will stay just that—dreams.
This process reminded me that committing is the first and often most challenging step. Once you decide your dream is non-negotiable, everything else starts falling into place. Yes, it won't be easy. Yes, it will push you out of your comfort zone. And yes, sometimes it will feel like more than you bargained for.
But that's where the magic happens.
This trip has reminded me that taking risks is essential to living a fulfilled life. It's about more than just seeing new places or checking off a list—it's about growth, discovery, and proving that you're capable of more than you ever imagined.
As we prepare to travel on this Italian adventure, I'm excited for the journey itself and what it represents. It's a testament to the power of commitment, the courage to take risks, and the reward of stepping into the unknown.
If there's something you've been dreaming about—something that feels just out of reach—I encourage you to take the leap. Start planning, making decisions, and taking steps, however small, towards making it happen. Life is too short to keep our dreams on hold.
Here's to turning "someday" into today, taking risks, and the incredible experiences that await when we dare to step outside our typical surroundings. I can't wait to share more of this journey with you—both the ups and the downs—and I hope it inspires you to chase after your big dreams.
Cheers to showing up like the masterpiece you are!
Ciao
Lori
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