No More Somedays, Just Right Now

They say life begins at 50, but I’ve decided not to wait that long.

This Wednesday, I’m boarding a flight to Athens, Greece. This will be my first time ever leaving the country. Yes, ever. And while my cruise aboard Virgin Voyages’ Resilient Lady doesn’t set sail until Sunday, I’m heading over early to breathe it all in on my own time, in my own way.

This isn’t just a trip. It’s a shift. It’s my first passport stamp, my first cruise, and the first time I’ve truly prioritized travel for myself.

I’ve spent years pouring into work, into others, into survival mode. And if I’m honest, I always told myself I’d travel “one day.” But life has a funny way of reminding you that someday isn’t promised. So now? I’m choosing right now.

With 50 fast approaching, I’ve realized I don’t want to just look back at what I’ve built. I want to look forward to what I can still experience. I want to create memories that are mine, moments filled with joy, stillness, adventure, and a little luxury too.

Now don’t get me wrong, I’m nervous. This is all new to me. But underneath that nervous energy is something bigger: excitement. Gratitude. Freedom. A sense of becoming.

This trip is the start of something I didn’t know I needed, permission to explore, to rest, to live fully. For me.

So here’s to firsts. Here’s to stepping out of my comfort zone and into something beautiful.
Here’s to no more some days, just right now. Let the journey begin.