While driving the hillsides of Naples and Pozzouli we were discussing daily habits - hours of work, meals, spending time with friends and family, etc. Our new Italian friend told us the best lesson he has learned to this day is "
Joy di Vivere" (the joy of living). He worked in Tanzania and he was amazed by the sheer joy of living amidst such supposed poverty. The lack of material possessions and struggle to meet daily needs was everywhere, but the spirit was strong because of the relationships between people. There was a deep gratitude to wake up and simply be together.
As we our on a journey of making new friends and sharing of experiences, it seems apt to reflect on the 'Joy di Vivere.' It is a great saying, but it is even better to intuit and live these words. Each day we see, hear, and taste many amazing things, but it is a joy to do these things because of the people we are with amidst this journey.
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