Zen moments - Saying goodbye to 2017

How was your Xmas? Hopefully full of special moments and peace and love with your loved ones.

I did enjoy mine and I received some very special gifts as well. I must say, they truly warmed my heart. But my very favorite one was finding a fortune cookie among my presents, saying: "You will always have luck in your personal affairs." <3

 

On Boxing Day, we had some great fun with my goddaughter preparing some Cuban tostones. I must say my goddaughter was a quick learner. :D And a visit to my hometown Vaasa is not complete without enjoying a delicious pizza at my favorite Pizza Bistro Marco Polo. Tastes simply divine every time!

Along the festivities, I have also enjoyed some peaceful, zen moments. The pretty white and snowy sceneries were amazing during Christmas. Although I am not a big fan of winter, I do enjoy snow during Xmas time here in Finland.

I have used the last days also for saying goodbye to this ending year. It has been tougher than I thought, but I am glad to say I have grown a lot stronger and also more confident in myself. I will always carry with me some of this year's special moments, but I feel that it is time to wrap it up, forgive - but not forget (!) - all the bad, and make room for some new beginnings.

Remember to wear new red underwear on New Year's Eve. According to the Italian tradition, it should bring you joy, luck and fertility. ;)

Goodbye 2017 - Welcome 2018!