What’s Next?
These past few weeks I have been pondering about the place I am at in my life. One question I keep asking myself is what is next?
To be completely brutally honest, I really have no clue. That is what makes my life so exciting and nerve-wracking at the same time. I know my family really supports me more than anything in the world and I am so grateful for that. I am also sure they would like me to move on and go back to school to get a masters degree or get a real-world big girl job. I know they are THRILLED that I am doing this because not everyone gets this kind of opportunity. I do know my dad just wants me to be able to support my own self financially instead of coming home at 24 years old “dad can I have a couple bucks?” In fact, I told him to get his wallet ready when I get home in 11 days :)
Can I do it now (go back to school or get a big girl job)? Absolutely not, not after getting to see how big the world really is. I have been to Finland, Sweden, and England all in 3 months since I have been here. Football has its limits, my body isn’t going to be able to handle all of this working out at 30+ years old but school/work will be there forever. How many people can truly say they can play the sport they love and be truly happy everyday. Getting to see other cultures/countries is what I have ALWAYS wanted to do and I am able to do it for free or without getting into debt.
Which brings me to my original question; what is next? I have no idea; literally I don’t. With the way things are going on this island; having a beautiful apartment, forming strong friendships with different people around the world, learning about different cultures, and playing football. There is a strong chance that I come back to this island next year; depending on many factors: other options, money, when I would need to be here, and etc. There is a good chance I could come back for another season but there is also a good chance I leave and go to another country and play.
It all depends on how this season goes. Nonetheless, I am staying on path with my dreams of being the best footballer I can possibly be. All I can say from this experience is that I do not have ANY regrets and could not be happier.
