I loved collecting ‘things’, once upon a time. Objects for the house. Clothes and accessories. And being Indian, jewellery. Because they gave me pleasure, and because it was the done thing.
Today, I cannot look at anything of monetary value without converting the cost into travel terms. I have walked out of many stores with a wallet full of gift money, eschewing the fleeting pleasure of expensive baubles for the enduring value of travel memories. I have evolved into a hoarder of a different kind.
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I so agree, Madhu. Spot on. I love to travel and photos make great souvenirs and memories.
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I too cherish my travel memories, and my blogs and pictures which record them all. I also love to collect a few things along the way, but nothing expensive and not too much. 🙂
So true …. as I continue my quest to further declutter my house and free up more time and money for experiences!
Lovely thought, Madhu. It is true how we are all collectors at heart, fearing the moment may pass to soon without relishing every part of it when it is happening.
Madhu…I get it. I’m hoarding myself in Bali as we speak. I’m saving half my free breakfast for lunch! I don’t need things. I need to be…gone. To foreign lands. To anywhere, any time. Now is the best time.
The most useful thing to collect from our travel experience is the memory. That is the only kind of riches worth having.
Wonderful quote, Madhu. I agree that travel memories are absolutely priceless. 🙂
A hoarder of a different kind:) There is nothing more enriching than travelling and collecting stories 🙂 Beautiful!