Oh man. I just spent way too long uploading, tagging, and making clever commentary for the photos I took in Europe. And I’m only halfway done. Jetlag is setting in and even though it’s only 10pm, I find myself incredibly tired already and ready to go smash my face into my lovely puffy pillows.

I miss Europe terribly already. I miss the food, the biking, the excitement that comes from exploring a place I’ve never been. That’s the kind of thrill I live for-discovering the unknown lovely things. But at the same time, I’m so glad to be back. I’ve missed all the people in my life (besides AAAW, who were with me!) and my own comfortable space. Sometimes it’s the familiar that can thrill your heart too.

Speaking of thrills, the best kind is the small, unexpected surprise out of left field that leaves you giddy and delirious and warm inside. That was wonderful today.