Hello everyone !!
First of all, if you're reading this. Thank you. There would be no point in me posting this blog if you didn't read it, obviously. It's also nice to know I have friends and family who care for me enough to read about my life.
Well, I don't really know where to start. Frankly, my life these past few weeks has been intense. And by intense I mean extreme (Those aren't synonyms are they?). So as you all know, I hope, I spent my month of August in Spain. Now, if you're truly my friend you wont be jealous of what I'm about to say. If I had to sum it all up in one word, I'd use the word 'Spectacular'. There were so many moments that were simply unreal, it was really a spectacle now that I look back on it.
To recount all the stories would be impossible. Everyday was an adventure. You know that feeling of waking up and having absolutely no commitments or responsibilities? Well, that's how I lived for a month. Usually I would decide over breakfast what I felt like doing that day. Sometimes I'd wait until lunch to decide. There were also days were I ended up doing nothing. Even those days were enjoyable though, because when your mind isn't tied down by obligations you can let run free and fill it with positivity.
So why don't I start by explaining what I would do on a typical day. I'd usually wake up late morning to sun pouring into room and a delicious smell in the air. I'd take my time and have a complete breakfast because its the most important meal of the day. The beach was next on the list. If ever I didn't hit up the beach at least once during the course of the day, it was because there was serious business that needed attending to. I would oil myself up before I got to the beach and lay there for hours. Baking, reading, admiring. I don't think I need to specify what I was admiring. It should be clear to you if you know me even in the least bit. So, I'm not sure if you've ever swam in the Mediterranean before, but if you have then you'll understand what I mean when I say its heaven on earth. Crystal clear water, warm like you couldn't believe. Nights would be spend partying. I would say we partied one night out of two.
At one point there were 6 of us in the apartment. Tal, Daniel (my cousin), Dani, Dani's Welsh friend (Jason), Etienne and I. This lasted one week. The most ridiculous week of my life. I partied 8 straight nights, from sun set to sun rise. We would start the night with one of our devised concoctions which we drank from a bucket with long-ass straws. This was an awesome way to meet people. And by people I mean girls. (You wouldn't want to make friends with a bunch of drunk German guys either) We then would choose a location to party depending on the nationality we wanted to be surrounded by. We had lots of options: German, Dutch, English and Spanish.
We also went on a day trip around the island. The trip was amazing. Everything about it. We were 5, crammed inside a little Ford Focus. Our first stop was in a little old peublo. We walked through beautiful little streets until we found a cafe. Later on, we made our way to the mountains driving up threatening zigzagy roads all the way to the top. By the time we got to the monastery it was lunch time, so we decided to find ourselves a peaceful place to
sit and enjoyed a Jamon Serano sandwich. Which is what we ate everyday for lunch. Our trip continued until we arrived to an enclosed bay with turquoise water. With the mountains in the distance you almost felt as though you were dreaming. What made this one of the most incredible moments of my trip was the ambient music flowing out of speakers spread out around the shore. With the sun’s warm touch on my skin and music on my mind I had to express the happiness and calmness I felt in that moment. Dancing was the only way to go.
As for the people I met, well they made my summer that much better. I really liked how I met people (and this time I mean people) from all around Europe. We got to talk and discuss our culture differences. We met a French crew at one point. We partied with them and chilled with them on the beach. By that time I was switching between languages as if it was my job
It was a summer like I’ve never experienced and I am thankful
for every second of it. It wouldn’t have been the same had those select few people not been there. So thank you as well (you know who you are) I’m really happy I was able to share such amazing experiences and party so hard with you.
Now, I have left the warm sunny beaches of Mallorca for the rainy weather of Belgium. But this is a whole new experience in itself. This is a lovely city with beautiful girls. Obviously the two most important things, in an inversed order. I’m excited to see what this place has in store for me.
I hope this post wasn’t too long, I simply couldn’t have expressed what I wanted otherwise!
Until the next time friends,
I miss you and love you all.
Jaypee
First of all, if you're reading this. Thank you. There would be no point in me posting this blog if you didn't read it, obviously. It's also nice to know I have friends and family who care for me enough to read about my life.
Well, I don't really know where to start. Frankly, my life these past few weeks has been intense. And by intense I mean extreme (Those aren't synonyms are they?). So as you all know, I hope, I spent my month of August in Spain. Now, if you're truly my friend you wont be jealous of what I'm about to say. If I had to sum it all up in one word, I'd use the word 'Spectacular'. There were so many moments that were simply unreal, it was really a spectacle now that I look back on it.To recount all the stories would be impossible. Everyday was an adventure. You know that feeling of waking up and having absolutely no commitments or responsibilities? Well, that's how I lived for a month. Usually I would decide over breakfast what I felt like doing that day. Sometimes I'd wait until lunch to decide. There were also days were I ended up doing nothing. Even those days were enjoyable though, because when your mind isn't tied down by obligations you can let run free and fill it with positivity.
So why don't I start by explaining what I would do on a typical day. I'd usually wake up late morning to sun pouring into room and a delicious smell in the air. I'd take my time and have a complete breakfast because its the most important meal of the day. The beach was next on the list. If ever I didn't hit up the beach at least once during the course of the day, it was because there was serious business that needed attending to. I would oil myself up before I got to the beach and lay there for hours. Baking, reading, admiring. I don't think I need to specify what I was admiring. It should be clear to you if you know me even in the least bit. So, I'm not sure if you've ever swam in the Mediterranean before, but if you have then you'll understand what I mean when I say its heaven on earth. Crystal clear water, warm like you couldn't believe. Nights would be spend partying. I would say we partied one night out of two.
At one point there were 6 of us in the apartment. Tal, Daniel (my cousin), Dani, Dani's Welsh friend (Jason), Etienne and I. This lasted one week. The most ridiculous week of my life. I partied 8 straight nights, from sun set to sun rise. We would start the night with one of our devised concoctions which we drank from a bucket with long-ass straws. This was an awesome way to meet people. And by people I mean girls. (You wouldn't want to make friends with a bunch of drunk German guys either) We then would choose a location to party depending on the nationality we wanted to be surrounded by. We had lots of options: German, Dutch, English and Spanish.
We also went on a day trip around the island. The trip was amazing. Everything about it. We were 5, crammed inside a little Ford Focus. Our first stop was in a little old peublo. We walked through beautiful little streets until we found a cafe. Later on, we made our way to the mountains driving up threatening zigzagy roads all the way to the top. By the time we got to the monastery it was lunch time, so we decided to find ourselves a peaceful place to
sit and enjoyed a Jamon Serano sandwich. Which is what we ate everyday for lunch. Our trip continued until we arrived to an enclosed bay with turquoise water. With the mountains in the distance you almost felt as though you were dreaming. What made this one of the most incredible moments of my trip was the ambient music flowing out of speakers spread out around the shore. With the sun’s warm touch on my skin and music on my mind I had to express the happiness and calmness I felt in that moment. Dancing was the only way to go.As for the people I met, well they made my summer that much better. I really liked how I met people (and this time I mean people) from all around Europe. We got to talk and discuss our culture differences. We met a French crew at one point. We partied with them and chilled with them on the beach. By that time I was switching between languages as if it was my job
It was a summer like I’ve never experienced and I am thankful
for every second of it. It wouldn’t have been the same had those select few people not been there. So thank you as well (you know who you are) I’m really happy I was able to share such amazing experiences and party so hard with you.Now, I have left the warm sunny beaches of Mallorca for the rainy weather of Belgium. But this is a whole new experience in itself. This is a lovely city with beautiful girls. Obviously the two most important things, in an inversed order. I’m excited to see what this place has in store for me.
I hope this post wasn’t too long, I simply couldn’t have expressed what I wanted otherwise!
Until the next time friends,
I miss you and love you all.
Jaypee
