Anna Moran

I Dream to See the World

The other day I arranged my magnet collection. I have been collecting magnets from different places around the world. Some were from our own travels and most were gifts from friends and their travels. I started out collecting these for Andi. I wanted her room (when the time comes that she has her own) to be “around the world” inspired. Now I am thinking as our collection is getting bigger, maybe it can be a collection for our family. Andi gladly shares them with us anyway. Just this morning she said, “These are mine, Mommy’s and Daddy’s”.

Seeing the world is probably one of my greatest dreams and desires. I have always wanted my family to be “global” (for whatever that means). I want JA and I, and our children to see the world, be able to live, explore, build relationships, and work (and study) in different parts of the world. How that will unfold, I don’t know, but these thoughts always excites JA and me.

Zipline

During our trip to Delmonte, Bukidnon last summer, we went to a park in Cagayan de Oro and tried the longest (not sure if highest) zipline in the country. Andi was with JA’s dad while we went to go ziplining one by one. To my surprise, Andi told me she wants to try it. I did not want to take her and JA, though he wanted to, was too tired. Besides, I think Andi would get scared if she sensed how scared I was, and what more if I was holding her! So JA’s brother Martin was brave (or crazy) enough to accept the challenge and he gladly took Andi with him. I asked him to take the video while they do it, so we can document Andi’s zipline adventure.

Andi (2years old at the time she did this, she is now 3) has always been bold and adventurous. She likes climbing, jumping, tumbling, running, and trying out things. I think she got that from her dad (well, not all of it, but the adventurous part). I like comfortable adventures (if there is such a thing). Andi is true to the meaning of her name: strong and courageous!

When I think about it, I would rather that she does not do it again while she is young. I definitely won’t. As fun and thrilling as it was, once was enough for me.

I am proud of you Andi girl! You are one brave girl! And I know that you will have more exciting adventures in your life.