25 August 2013

Dear Diary,

Today I have learned a new word -- Gezelligheid.

It means, the coziness, warmth and comfort of being at home, or being together with friends or loved ones sharing time in a pleasant and nice atmosphere.

It's important to spend time with people who make you feel comfortable and calm. People who make your worries go away or at least make you calm your nerves for a while. A sort of "de-stressing" after too much work. 

You go home to your family, talk to them. Share a little at the dinner table, cuddle with your siblings, whatever.

Hangout with your friends over a cup of coffee or milktea. Watch a movie and laugh about it after. Go on a road trip! 

Have lunch with your special someone. Stay at home and have a movie marathon or play video games. 

You shouldn't be so hard on yourself, even if it forces you to do so. I know, I know, we have priorities but that doesn't mean you can't get some peace and quiet. It feels good to have some of that calmness. Don't isolate yourself with everything and everyone! Take a break, have some of that Gezelligheid. ;)

xo, Myka

01 August 2013

Dear Diary,

I am in love with cities I've never been to and people I've never met.

Call me a dreamer, full of ambitions and dreams. Some reachable, some not. I've dreamt of exploring the world, a camera in one hand and food on the other. Yes, a camera for taking pictures of course and, well, food. I want to try the different recipes that each city bring. From simple homemade dishes to desserts! Ahhhh ~

Have you ever experienced love at first sight, though? Do you believe in love at first sight? I do. But that doesn't mean it will stay permanent. Someday, somehow it'll fade. But the memory of it will remain. That's the fun part. Reminiscing those memories after years of forgetting them. 

There are just times that make you wish you could stop and do the things you actually want, without restrictions and limitations. 

This is exactly that time. 

xo, Myka

25 July 2013

Dear Diary,

If good things lasted forever, would we appreciate how precious they are? 

I've learned to notice the little (by little, I mean not-so-extravagant) acts or thoughts a person has done for me. I've learned to appreciate these little things rather than expect something more from a person. I'm done with expecting acts of greater heights. A long time ago, actually. I'm already happy with this feeling I've been experiencing quite frequently for the past few months and it's something I want to feel for the rest of my life. 

I'm content.

love, Myka

23 July 2013

Dear Diary,

Hi, I miss you. I miss you everyday, and the next days to come. From the second you kiss my cheek goodbye and part ways, I miss you already. Exaggerating but true. When will I see you again?

love, Myka