The months of December (at its end) and January (at its beginning) have always been of much reflection and even anxiety; we remember everything we had before and we think about what we no longer have, especially about who is no longer with us but inevitably we also think about the future which I believe, not only for me, but for many is uncertain. This writing proposal is very interesting since I particularly try not to think too much about the future, since my country (Venezuela) is destined not to offer greater expectations or favorable aspects because of everything that surrounds it at a political level.
In this sense, I can only say that I do not see myself or do not visualize myself in another country although I know that life takes many turns, mostly unexpected; I only hope that going to another country will only be for a visit.
Although the answer to: "what are you doing to plan your life in your senior years" is: nothing, I must admit that I need to resume saving and continue working hard in the coming years to maintain the peace of mind that money can give.
I know it's not right to fall into the pleasant clutches of optimism and imagine that everything will be fine forever and even more so for me as a woman who has no children; however, I count on the unconditional support of my partner. This came to my mind from writing it in the previous #weekend-engagement but it seemed out of place to express it openly but it is the reality. Many work to leave an estate and well being for their children but I must do it for myself as it will always be me.
Photo of my last birthday. Homemade cake
The images are my own, taken from my Samsung phone.
Translated from Spanish to English by DeppL (free version).