Copacabana, Rio de Janeiro: 33oC, very hot and sunny.
Yasmin is with me, and I am worried about her and money. The truth is that I’m concerned about everything at the moment. I know it is just the moment, but I feel that I’m freezing about taking the next step. I also think that it is not just for me but for Yasmin, too.
Taking the leap often involves taking many small steps, one at a time. Besides, what’s stopping me? I have nothing to lose. No one really cares about me or my decisions, so I might as well do what I want and forget about the rest.
In my pursuit of success, I often set high expectations for myself. This stems from a deep-seated fear of failure. At present, I don’t have much in terms of material possessions – just the clothes on my back and a computer. I don’t own a house, flat, property, or car.
While there are various reasons for this, such as living in a foreign country, supporting my daughters, and not having any family for support, I still refuse to use these as excuses.
I am at a stage where I need to take ownership of my circumstances and work towards achieving my goals despite the challenges I face.
About our day, I made a list of tasks to do outside in the street. I called Yasmin to go with me, and we went around Copacabana doing all the tasks, ticking each one after it was done; it was so good. It was enjoyable to spend time together and do things on the street.
We took a break and sat outside one of the many coffee shops now in Copacabana to chat and enjoy a drink and something to eat while watching the world go by. After spending three to four hours running errands, returning home gave me a sense of accomplishment and satisfaction. It was an enjoyable and productive Saturday!
It is boiling, and it is just two weeks before the carnival.
In bed by 10 pm.
Thank you!
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Richard
