Frangipani 💜

Frangipani: the most beautiful flower in the world 💜

Frangipani: symbolises strength love, immortality and spirituality 🌟

Frangipani: the tattoo on my right rib cage 🌺

Frangipani: my favourite spa in Gili Air 🪷

Frangipani, also known as Plumeria and Aurelia...

Outside my room in Five Time Homestay

Okay so I sound a little obsessed... And any of you who spend a few hours with me in this part of the world know that my obsession with this velvety wonder is REAL

This last week, I have taken time to notice every single one. Each spectacular blossom on pretty much every tree I could find. 

Those taller than me reached high above to delicately place them in my hair and bring a smile to my face...

Those smaller than me, showed me the face of true beauty and innocence, reminding me that every soul on this island is of pure gold.

Aurelia: Latin origin: "golden"

A little girl, with the most wonderful smile, ran after me and offered the most exquisite frangipani flower I have ever seen, after her baby brother had squished the one I gave him...

I have tears in my eyes writing this. 

Once again, I am overwhelmed by the magical splendour in this part of the world and the hearts of the local people. 

My time on this island is approaching its end.

Chapter 1 is drawing to a close. 

But this island has many more chapters in my life. Of that, I am sure. 

Everything I didn't even know I wanted has come to me here. Gift after gift. Trust in the universe ✨

Shadows & Strangers 🖤

Wherever you are, Dear Reader, find the place that gives you this feeling and keep it safe in your heart.

Even the cats workout here...