home again

There is a strange calm that comes over me as soon as I step off the plane, back home. My mind clears up almost immediately and its as if I just left every burden in the overhead compartment above my window seat. 

It might be that the hustle and bustle of city life has taken a toll on me, and the slower pace here brings the calm I so desperately seek. It might be the new found appreciation for fresh air, sunlight on my face in the morning, a fat cat that purrs around you - always welcoming despite the months of absence, all the fond memories of a time with less worries. 

It's a rainy day again today in good 'ol Kuching town. Today's Chinese New Year eve. 

The flight I was on was filled with people coming home for the holidays. Some were obviously excited, some were obviously dragging their feet, haha. 

I met a familiar face at the airport, someone I'd like to think of as a little sister. She let out a little shriek of excitement, "you're back!". That was about to be the start of many mini reunions, I knew it. This time of the year has always been about meeting up and catching up. Christmas was always more for family, Chinese New Year for me was always more about friends. Probably cause I'm not Chinese. Haha. 

This year is gonna be different, though. 

Despite being together for more than two years now, because of the distance, I've never been home to celebrate Chinese New Year with my better half. I am kinda nervous, mostly with the fact that I'll be with his family, although not for the major family-only events. It's not my time yet, haha. I am also excited because, hey, I'll be with him, what's there to complain about? :) 

Ah, I just noticed there is no structure to this post at all. I just wanted to do a little update, I guess.  

Now I'm going to finish off my coffee, edit more photos, and get ready for lunch with my love :) Oh how I wish I had more days like these.