Last night, Ali and I embarked on a culinary adventure in search of authentic Mexican cuisine. Ever since we landed in Florida, we've been craving the real deal, and finally, we struck gold. This gem of a restaurant not only served up mouthwatering dishes but also had homemade corn tortillas that tasted like the ones we used to eat in Old Town, San Diego.
But our night didn't end there. Ali, always the adventurer, suggested we take a stroll and do some window shopping at the nearby boutiques. Now, I'll be honest, I wasn't exactly thrilled about perusing closed stores, but Ali's excitement happened to lead the way.
As we wandered past each shop, Ali's eyes lit up like a kid in a candy store. It's moments like these that remind me why I fell in love with her - her ability to find joy in the simplest of things, like peering through boutique windows long after closing time.
The funny thing is this knack for discovering hidden treasures isn't limited to our date nights. Whether we're in a bustling city or a sleepy town in the middle of nowhere, Ali has this magnetic pull towards gift shops that's both baffling and endearing.
In fact, her love for boutique browsing sparked a wild idea about a year ago- what if she created her own little shop? And not just any shop, but one right in the waiting area at my work. Crazy, right? But Ali's enthusiasm was contagious, and before we knew it, "Dwell Coast 2 Coast" Boutique was born.
Seeing Ali's dream come to life in our office waiting room was nothing short of inspiring. It's a reminder that dreams will always remain just dreams unless we roll up our sleeves and get to work.
Sure, it took about 6 months of planning, a few sleepless nights of effort, and a fair bit of elbow grease to bring "Dwell Coast 2 Coast" to fruition. But as it has been said that 'The plans of the diligent lead surely to advantage' and a 'Desire realized is sweet to the soul,' so will planning, preparation and putting forth the effort bring about an idea to a reality.
But let's shift the focus to you. What dreams have you been sitting on and nurturing, particularly when it comes to your health? Whether it's shedding a few pounds, saying 'goodbye' to that nagging pain or finally getting that blood pressure under control, now's the time to turn aspirations into action.
So, grab a pen, jot down those goals, and let's embark on this journey together. Because when you become a doer instead of just a dreamer, incredible things unfold.
Here's to chasing dreams, taking action and transforming ordinary moments into legendary experiences.
Wishing you all a Fantastic Friday filled with excitement, inspiration, and maybe a few crazy dreams of your own.
To your health,
Dr. Derek 'Boutique Explorer' Taylor.
