As part of its popular Notes from the Road series, I recently wrote a piece, Notes on My Polish Informant, for the Traveler’s Notebook about the very beginning of my love affair with Poland. A country that blew away all my expectations with the warmest of souls. Souls that suffered so much and know what it is to be persecuted.
Puts things in perspective.
Oh….on another note, the official announcement was sent to the crew today.
About my decision. The transition. The new life.
Emotions are mixed. They range from relief to sheer terror. After all, I got degrees to do this. Been doing this since I was nineteen. This corporate life. The daily challenge it brings which I actually love.
The right side of my brain finally won. Once October rolls out, a free agent emerges, open to more assignments and more travel. More photojournalism. Free to pursue all those pesky side passions too.
Free to be the creative me to its fullest.
Photo shot at Jasna Góra Monastery, Czestochowa, Poland
Comments (12)
Gorgeous article!
I do love it Poland vacations
So great Lola. I love that you are following your passions – creating the life you want to live. Fantastic!
I felt the same about Poland–it also blew me away. It often seems the people of countries that have suffered so much are the warmest of souls as you say. Cambodia also comes to mind in this respect. Good luck with the transition and new life!
Congrats on taking the big leap, Lola!
Thanks so much guys!. It really feels surreal but I know all will be well.
All the Matador folks seem to be embarking on some exciting new life phases. Congrats!
Congrats Lola! It’s so exciting to be starting a new life path!
congrats,its so exciting
Congratulations, Lola! You’ve realized so many goals this last year while still working full-time – I can’t wait so see what you accomplish when you can put all your time and energy to pursuing your dreams.
Go, Lola! Fly, be free! I’m so excited for you and whatever happens next in your new life. You’re going to be amazing.
Wow. All your support is truly humbling. Thanks so much!
Congratulations, Lola. I’ll be joining you in the full time freelance world now that we’ve returned to the U.S. It’s exhilarating and terrifying. It seems you built a really solid foundation over the past year. I think you’re going to be great.