As I exited the Corporate World in early July, I had 3 goals in mind. The 1st was to cleanse my mental palette, the 2nd was to restore my creative reservoir and the 3rd was to let my gypsy spirit travel the world for a bit and be reminded that I’m never lost, just exploring. I will now admit that it was a scary idea but I decided to trust in the process and took a leap of faith.
So where to begin? As luck would have it, I received an invitation from a friend and the next thing I knew I was booking a one way ticket to Barcelona.
Barcelona, the city of Antoni Gaudi’s Sagrada Familia, the inspiration for Dali, Picasso, Miro and home to incredibly beautiful and vibrant beaches.
My first day was spent catching up on sleep and walking the city. The fountain and pond at Parc de la Ciutadella has always been refreshing and lovely, filled with families going to the zoo and the playground or young artists playing music, twirling hula hoops or wafting large soap bubbles that drift pass you as if they are just another person out for a stroll.
The next day I visited La Pedrera, which was the only Gaudi house I hadn’t seen yet. And it didn’t disappoint. I always feel Gaudi’s work, not just see it.
As I wandered through the exhibition and on to the streets of El Born, I couldn’t help but feel inspired and refreshed. A good beginning to a new journey! This trip is, indeed, reminding me of who I am.
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Delighted to live vicariously through your photos and blog as you cleanse the mental palette. We miss you.