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Don’t Worry Be Happy

Posted on by hummingsfromparadise

List 30 things that make you happy.

I never thought I could find happiness again after my daughter was taken from this world. But it seems life continues, and I can list 30 things without a problem. Those reading my blog might enjoy this fun assignment, too. Leave your list in the comments. Below is my list, which is in no particular order, just as it pops into my head.

  1. Writing. I am finally actively involved in writing my autobiography. I imagine it will be a Netflix series, but you never know.
  2. Colombia. My new country and I will live there, God willing, for the rest of my life.
  3. Hummingbirds. I like to think they are my spiritual animal.
  4. Bird-watching. Immersing yourself in the sounds of birds will help anyone feeling depressed. I do believe birds gave me relief during some of my darkest times.
  5. Flowers. I cut flowers from my yard every week. I have never had so many types of flowers in my life. They grow without fuss here in Colombia.
  6. The view from my Villa. I live with a million-dollar view and am still in awe 13 years later.
  7. The lights of Cali, Colombia, at night. It is Christmas year-round at my Villa
  8. .My animals. There is nothing to say here; we all love our sweet friends.
  9. My life right now. It is a life with purpose; I love that!
  10. My friends. All of you know who you are.
  11. Memories. I am writing my autobiography now. Those of you who wondered when I would. I am on it.
  12. My son. I lost him for some years, but he is back in my life, and with all the love we can give each other.
  13. My granddaughter. She is a lovely young lady who calls me a lot.
  14. Someone who cooks for me. Cooking is not my favorite thing to do.
  15. The climate I live in daily. Here in Colombia, I live without air-conditioning or heating. It is not needed. Believe me when I say it is a luxury not to need either.
  16. Yoga. It is necessary for my health and my mind.
  17. My Glamping business. Everyone loves a nature retreat.
  18. Nature. I live in it daily.
  19. Music.
  20. My nails and other girly stuff. I don’t care if I see a soul. I will always have my nails and hair done right.
  21. The Guests who visit my Glamping business. I have the best guests who become very good friends.
  22. Travel. I love visiting different departments in Colombia. I still have a lot of Colombia left to see.
  23. Good reviews. I consistently get good reviews for my business.
  24. Flight attendants. I was one, and I love all of you who are still in my life. I love your adventures and will always support you when you have bad or good days. It is not an easy job anymore.
  25. My health.
  26. My healthcare. I have the best healthcare I have ever had here in Colombia.
  27. Politics. I am a political junkie and have never missed a vote since Jimmy Carter was elected when I was 18 years old.
  28. Board Games. I am always ready to play Rummikube. Just ask me.
  29. Dancing. I was a great dancer when I was young, and I can still follow anyone who asks me to dance.
  30. My Villa here in Colombia. I have a minimalist home that is open and has a lot of light coming in.

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What a Ride!!!!

Posted on by hummingsfromparadise

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Gabe Parapente 5
Gabe is sideways because he asked his pilot to take him on a crazy ride, which he wrote about later…he had the best time ever, and is still talking about it. He went sideways, almost upside down and with the air current wherever it took them!

I had a bucket list adventure with my best friend recently. It was something I thought about for over five years. I finally did it, and believe me that day we left I was in a panic. Who jumps off a mountain? How could I commit to this? YIKES! I have to admit I always thought this when I take my guests on the Parapente adventure here at Villa Migelita. I would say ‘Oh, wow this is the most famous sport for our area of Colombia!” While I was thinking OMG I am not brave enough for this! Guess what? I was fine. I committed to it because my best friend and his partner were here and I thought ‘now or never’ because if I was going to do this it would be with my best friend. I did it. I still feel elated and surprised by such an amazing experience and will always recommend it for everyone who visits because now I have done it.

Parapente 22
Flying above The Valle del Cauca, Colombia

Parapente 21
Floating

It was a very peaceful experience for me. It was not scary. It was a gentle lift and I was soaring over our precious Earth, looking down as if I was an astronaut in a space shuttle. I felt as if I was a flight attendant looking out of the window of the airplane after we took off when I worked for Delta. It was so harmonious with what I believe in. It was the Universe and being in touch with the cosmos. It was quiet, it was tranquil, it was not a rapid descent but a very slow floating above the beauty of the mountains. I never even had a flutter of trepidation when my pilot strapped me into the little chair I sat in. I just lifted up like a cloud into the sky before I even thought that I was leaving the mountain.

With all the Parapente offered here in Colombia, you can enjoy a ride like my best friend who went all in for a ride of a lifetime, with a lot of turns and ups, downs and roller coaster adventure. You can do what I did and just float down to the ground enjoying the views while the cool air brushes against your face. It is about what you want. I highly recommend this wonderful sport to anyone. I see young children on the Parapente all the time. Anyone, any age can do this. It is not an extreme sport it is a gentle passage into the sky that will leave you breathless with excitement and wanting to do it again!