a *heated* summer day It seems quite surreal. That life, in fact, is happening so big and bold in front of me. I live for the big and bold. It’s hard for my mind when things aren’t bold, loud, and beautiful. I long for that stuff. I don’t think that’s wrong. But lately, it’s been getting in the way of my humility. This week alone marks huge steps in my life + faith. Firsts and milestones. This will be my first time out of the country, living in unknown paradigms and places. I'll be experiencing incredible cities in the Dominican Republic. While I have been out of America twice prior to this, both were for cruise destinations. They were exhilarating for my exploratory heart. So far, they’ve been my experiences beyond the states. I’ve loved them! The crazy days are coming. And in the chaos, I seem to thrive. So what’s in front of me? A collection of summer days strung together. Some are simple, mundane days. Some are treks that keep my blood pumping. Yet, one thing i...