It was a chance meeting in Hainan. It became an unforgettable memory.

Together, they strolled along the shore, watching the tides rise and fall, talking and giggling under the vast sky. The days stretched, quiet and soothing. It felt like something had happened. Or had it?

Her voice stayed with him, as gentle as the ocean waves that day.

And she is still on the island, not waiting for anyone; she just feels it's a place she could stay a little longer.

The Year of the Horse is fast approaching. It's time to hit the road again.

May your journey surge ahead in the coming new year, and may you meet a better version of yourself along the way.