My 2015 planner has this list called “101
Things to do in 2015.” First thing on the list reads, “Enjoy the view in Sagada
alone.” When I read that part after I bought the planner in November last year,
I thought to myself that it was perfect, because first, I really needed some
time alone and was planning to spend it someplace that offers peace of mind,
and second, Sagada was my dream destination in the first quarter of the year.
Going to Sagada and appreciating its picturesque
views while reconnecting with myself and pondering on things that really matter
was the perfect idea to jumpstart the year. The thing is I accomplished neither
within the time frame I set.
The amount I was setting aside for my planned
Sagada trip was spent on a much higher priority, which was also related to my
life as a traveller. Then this relocation thing got in the way and hindered me
as well from pushing for the trip due to the load of tasks at hand.
Good thing, a few days before the second quarter
ended, an opportunity to finally visit the place knocked on my door, so I
grabbed it even without too much of a preparation. I just packed my bags with
the essentials and off I went to Sagada—but not alone. That was when I realized
that the idea I had in mind wasn’t the perfect idea after all. Travelling with
a group was. Enjoying the views of Sagada without the “That Thing Called
Tadhana” feeling in my heart was the best experience.
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| This is the view on the side of the road with the "Welcome to Mountain Province" arc. |
