It is the end of an important chapter in my life
but with every end there is a new beginning.
And this is a beginning of equal importance.
It's difficult in this moment to see how the cold of a French winter, sorrounded by people who don't speak my language can possibly be as important as the two years I have experienced here in Bali as there can be no question my life will never be the same again now.
I arrived here with no money and no idea how my dream of traveling the world endlessly with my family would manifest. Yet I leave here with plenty of 'money' (despite the markets being down a little currently) and a system by which I can live the way I choose to live with no more bosses to answer to!
But I trust implicitly everything is exactly as it should be and the South of France has a grand plan for me and my family.
Not to mention it is a pretty spectacular place, so I have nothing to complain about at all... and it's about time I started speaking more French than my two year old son!
He gets frustrated with me that I don't understand what he is saying... so clearly it's time!
I am emotional because Bali is a very special place and my two children have had a great start to life here.
I am emotional because Bali has taught me about so many things I didn't expect to learn.
I am emotional because I have fallen in love with this little island and I do not know when I will return.
I am emotional because I arrived here with one child and I leave with two!
- I am emotional because this small wooden room you can see beneath has changed my life forever and I may never sit at this desk again.
...but when planted firmly in the moment there is nothing more to say than this: Love you Bali ;)
And thank you for everything! 🌴
I promise to return when Esteban is old enough to really appreciate what a special island this is.
...but for now Europe is calling!
Onward & Upward! 🌄
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nice photograph
You're so nice for commenting on this post. For that, I gave you a vote!
You are going to love it! You should meet up with @lemouth! It is going to be a great experience. I wish I had your life...lol
Thanks for the info. Wasn't aware of other steemians in france... yet.
Where does @lemouth live?
I live close to Paris. Feel free to let me know if you are around. :)
There is a bunch of Steemians in France. I would say maybe 100 regular users + 300 not so regular users.
I can understand how you would have a special attachment to this beautiful place, it has allowed you to grow become what you are. But I also believe the future holds bigger and better things and a different learning curve altogether. I wish you and your family all the very best, and look forward to the next step in your travel adventures.
Thank you. With just hours to go the emotion is turning to excitement ;)
The new chapter awaits...
🌅
I am sure, isn't life wonderful, always a new adventure!
@samstonehill it is very joyful to follow you here on Steemit. Well wishes to you and your beautiful family. One thing is clear, wherever you all go/live will benefit from the energy you bring and share Peace and Love energy being sent your way and Lucky France is to receive you <3
PS: I will be looking forward to cool pictures from France :)
Thanks so much for your beautiful words.
Like you, I am looking forward to all the cool pics in France. It is a stunning region :)
What a beautiful place to live. I can see why it would be hard to leave. What are your plans in France?
To learn french and to build a mobile home which will take us around Europe and into Africa :)
Sounds like a wonderful adventure! Looking forward to reading about it on Steemit :)
Congratulations on your journeys: physical, family, and emotional.
Thank you my friend. Congratulations to you too!
It truly is a special journey this thing called life ;)
it is difficult to move to other place after spending quality time.Life is rollercoaster
Change is the only constant in life!
I am excited to begin this new chapter now ;)
Best of luck with the next chapter.
Thank you :)
Change is inevitable. Embrace it @samstonehill and be optimistic. I hope Europe is good to you.
Fully embraced with a smile and big dreams :)
Thanks for the message.
wow!travel is very beautiful..nice baby,,thanks for sharing your blog,,best of luck.
Thanks! Looking forward to the next part of the adventure :)
Safe travels to you @samstonehill! When one door closes, it also means another has opened. And you will certainly have a chance to return to Bali someday!
Bright Blessings!
I sure will. Already planning the return in my head!
Bright blessings to you :)
I like so much waht you say
(with every end there is a new beginning)
Good post and photgraphy :)
Thanks! Exciting times ahead...
Perjalanan yang indah untuk keluarga anda, Indonesia adalah negara yang indah kususnya di Bali dan terima kasih sudah mengukir sejarah kehidupan anda di Bali walaupun hanya dua tahun, semoga anda dan keluarga anda bahagia @samstonehill
Wishing you all the best in your travels.
Thank you!
Goodluck to your family and you in France. I wish you joy and happiness in France. There is an African saying that people do not watch the masquerade at a particular place. That is just another way of encouraging people to travel around and see more masquerades or more of life has to offer. Bon voyage.
Great saying. Yes, life is long and the world is big. So the footsteps must keep moving forward....
All the best to you :)
Such a nice window into your adventures. Hope it's ok I included it in the Third Edition of my JST STEEM MAGAZINE
Always okay! Brilliant. Thanks! Will resteemit now...
Made me drop a tear. Really.
I wish you all the best, all the time.
Thank you for sharing.
Are you leaving for France because of work?
Congratulations on your new adventure! The experience will be wonderful and full of challenges. The kids will love it. Climate is a little different though. No barefoot outside in winter! Too cold!
this is lovely natural beauty place. I love it.
@oliviaalexa
It seems like you have definitely grown as a person with the support of your family and the community in Bali!
Exciting times ahead in France and we are loving the idea that you and your family will be roaming around Europe (and eventually Africa) in a mobile home. We will read and watch about your new adventures here on Steemit! Have a safe flight.
France will be nice too. Probably going to be a higher cost of living though
Tres bien mon amis - enjoy it! Getting closer to Germany as well! -You should meet with @heimindanger and support his DTube project on site :-) - there are a lot French Steemians out there I think - also @roxane is a Rocker there
E-motion = energy in motion. Good speed dear brother, you are perfectly here now! 😍
Have a good journey to France! It will not be easy to get used to the cold after the eternal summer. But at least snow is more likely to be seen :))) Dress up warm! :))) And, if you have time, visit Hungary!
Bali is a very amazing place.
I know someday you'll visit again bali , but for the meantime, just go with the flow.
Hope your new life at France will fill with joy and bless....😉
Keep enjoying..:)
Nice post and photography of BALI.Love this place.
Namaste..:)
I really happy for the beautiful experiences and emotions you have toward my island.
all the best on your next journey in France. This tiny island will always welcome you everytime you come back. SUKSMA
I was just enjoying your post about Bali, then suddenly saw this post saying you are leaving, ohhh...
2 years ago I did thought of make a new journey there to join the co-working platform name HUBUD as I was attracted by the magnificent view and imagining how wonderful to be able to live and work there, it is still a dream for me and hopefully one day I can achieve that.
Looks like quite a magical journey you are on @samstonehill! I wish you and your family all the best in France.
What's the most impactful thing you've learned thus far after your two years in Bali?
I will enjoy traveling with you and your family as you head out on this next adventure but I must say, I will certainly miss the beautiful pictures of Bali. Much joy awaits you I'm sure and I look forward to seeing France through the eyes of a free Steemian indeed. Let peace forever BE the journey!
Hi! This is awesome, and that workplace... Oh my, perfection :)
I would love to go to Bali and live with my Gf there!
Do you mind if I contact you
I wish you all the best for arriving at your new home. I bet it is hard to leave Bali, especially at this time of the year, but new esperiences are waiting and I think the children will be fascinated by the new surrounding. Enjoy :)
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Good luck in your new adventure !
Really love the scene. Beautiful
Oh my, I missed this earlier. Glad I caught it.
Hope it all works out well for you in France. :-)