Live and Love all the time

A few months back, I was faced with one of the biggest dilemmas of my life. I needed to make a choice - whether to stay within my comfort zone or take the plunge to the unknown. What is that so-called comfort zone anyway? It's simply where you have been for ages, a place where you have grown or a state of mind that you're accustomed to. It's where you feel secure and 'at home.' Who wouldn't want a comfort zone anyway? It's a sure way to live in peace; no need to take risks and adopt to changes. But will staying for a very long time in your comfort zone really give you fulfillment and happiness? We have to go and find out for ourselves. As for me, I had my own comfort zone- my home for 32 years, my family, a husband, relatives, friends, thriving business, occasional travels, etc etc... I had the life that I wanted. While of course I still dream of a lot of things, I guess I had the simple joys I have ever wanted- blessings that I am forever grateful for. So what made me take the plunge? What made me risk everything for a major change in my life? I was A-OK, I would have just stayed where I am and continue my regular and sporiadic activities. I had everything lined up, scheduled, and arranged... I just had to follow, keep track, and fine tune to reach whatever goals I had in mind. But I didn't. I decided to risk and opted not to wait anymore. Believe it or not, I'm doing everything for LOVE. Hahaha-- yeah laugh at me now, I know you would say what a lovesick puppy and a hopeless romantic I am. But well, that's just me. Some would call me insane for giving up everything I had back home, to live in a place perceived to be unsafe, uncertain and ultra-conservative. But hey, this is just not any place. This is where I can see my husband and I building our dreams together. I got tired of the long distance calls and yearly rendezvous... I wanted something more out of our marriage- doing mundane things together, sharing ups and downs in person, and cherishing each other in good and bad times. I knew something was missing, and so I followed where my heart is.. Middle East it is! As long as we are together, I'm contented. No point in waiting for the right time.. I just knew in my heart that I needed to make this move for me to be truly happy. :) Married civilly for 2 years, 2 months, and 15 days. Married in the Catholic church for 1 y

ear, 6 months, and 28 days.. A true-blooded WIFE for 16 days. :) I choose to live and love all the time. Welcome to Nicole's whole new world! :)