It’s been quite some time since I’ve last written. The season is almost over here. We’ve met some great people and shared some wonderful memories together, and it has definitely been another noteworthy step in Johana’s and my journey together.

However, this chapter in my life has been a bit different than I maybe expected going in. What I thought might be a season of lots of partying, skiing, and fun has instead turned out to be a chapter of stability, routine, and time for quiet introspection. Time to think about things—who I am, who I was, and who I want to be—all among these ancient, beautiful mountains. A perfect setting, if you ask me.

How far I’ve come… not even two years ago, I was… well, where I was. Today, I’m surrounded by friends, living a life I could only have dreamed about. The future looks bright, and I’m very grateful for that.

I’ve been thinking a lot about the future lately—what kind of future I want to build for myself, more specifically. Deep down, I crave so much more for myself. I know I’m capable of it, and I know I’d be good at it. The dots have been connecting in my mind, and some of my American entrepreneurial energy has been coming back. It feels good, honestly, and it makes the future look even brighter and more exciting.

Old business remains to be taken care of back home. The first steps in dealing with it have been made, and I’m proud of that. For the time being, Johana’s and I continue our adventure. We’ve got our next steps planned and so the stage is set for the road ahead.