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Here we go again, feeling amazing! Of course, the atmosphere is slightly swept by the crisis around the world now called the Ukraine war, in which our great neighbor Russia plays a big part. I hope that every person in Finland and around the world (at least those who live in welfare countries) will now help Ukraine, especially the most vulnerable women and children, to overcome the horrors of war. You have the power to help. Together, we can show the power of humanity against hate

At least now the news in the world feels bad because everything is really good in my life now. I'm happier than I've ever been, I can't stop smiling. I don't know why I feel like this, maybe love for life and its wonder. Spring has gone fast, too fast. I've been working a lot, but it's been nice and there's been plenty of challenges. I love my customers, it is wonderful to meet people despite different backgrounds and help them to find their own path in our Finnish society in the best possible way. My work with integration services is more than interesting, every day motivates me to try more.

After a long two-year Covid19-period, I decided to book a long-distance trip. One of the most interesting destinations for me has been Peru and especially there Macchu Picchu. As an ethnologist, I have dreamed of hiking the slopes of Macchu Picchu and studying the history of the Inca people. Now this dream is coming true. I'm heading for a great adventure again on Friday. I'm more excited than ever. When I was younger, I traveled a lot to exotic destinations and the last time I was on a long-distance trip was three years ago. I don't know, but it's funny that I'm more nervous about flying now than the destination itself. It maybe that the older you get; you start being scared from different things. That's why I want to challenge myself again and find the courage to "come and go". Find the courage to be the woman I used to be. Of course, years change us, and change is never a bad thing. In this case, I want to take the past from myself on its way with that enthusiasm and spark and child-minded curiosity about the world. It's the thing that sets myself back to life and makes me smile with the sun (now that sun is already glimmering in Finland).

My trip to Peru, starts on Friday and I fly through Milan and Madrid. The first of the stopovers is long, but on the other hand it's nice to be able to sense the atmosphere of the airports more. Fortunately, a good book and headphones save a lot. I can't wait. Unfortunately, it's only a week's trip because I couldn't take a longer vacation from work. This is a good start to my "tourism boom" again. I want to believe and hope that the world's crises will subside. I also feel a little bad conscience in my heart that I can fly halfway around the world just like that. I'm privileged and I don't always even understand it, and not many others in the same situation. We are lucky and should be grateful for this situation as it can change at any time, as we can see. I send warm thoughts to the victims of war all over the world.

I'm going to pack the rest of my stuff. There was one more crazy thing I had to mention. This is the first time in my life that I travel to a long-distance trip with only hand luggage (a normal-sized backpack and mini backpack included). In packaging, you can really think about practicality and environmental friendliness. I recommend trying it at least once if you identify yourself as someone who wants to collect everything they can from home for a week's holiday. I'm going back to write about my adventures after my trip.

Have a wonderful March, peace and love for all equally <3

Sini