We are holidaying abroad for the first time in well forever. Tenerife is not like I imagined. Admittedly my imagination was previously coloured by stories of stag doos, raves and spirited cups of hangover. And I've never been to Tenerife until right now.
I'm pleased to say that we are surrounded by sweeping palms and tropical flowers. We were ironically welcomed by a giant sleeping volcano. Fortunately it doesn't appear to talk or walk in its sleep. Its previously activity though, has covered the beaches with dusky sands and pitted black stones. The ocean here is obviously a stunning shade of sapphire blue. Beauty definitely abounds.
We're fortunate to have a sea view from our hotel. We can enjoy it on floor 13, behind a low, seemingly fragile balcony. No leaning selfies here because said selfie would certainly be your last. Plus 13 is unlucky for some. Yikes.
It is very early days and I am hampered by my ability to read all the vibes but the atmosphere is sadly not very welcoming. At times there's even been open hostility towards us. Is it the Mars Uranus Algol conjuction? Certainly we might expect more aggression around this time. The conjuction's effects stretch into the astrology of Earth for several days around the full conjuction (which occurred on 15th July). Is it the legitimate struggle of hosting Brits abroad? A lot of us do pack a hefty haul of chaos in our suitcase when we travel. Mostly booze infused. So if people are a tad frosty towards the English, I guess I kinda get it. Is it the impacts of Brits buying property in exotic locations? I have no idea what those impacts are but I'd imagine there are some and doubtless they're not helpful to local people unless you're a rich owner of several properties. Whatever the reasons, something is afoot. No matter how often I smile and try to speak Spanish, the cold reactions persist. As an empathic type, that's tricky to process. Those negative vibes do build up.
I lost my amethyst necklace somewhere between here and Manchester Airport. I've purchased various crystal bracelets as a replacement energy shield. Sadly, at this point I think I need a crystal hazmat suit because three beaded bracelets are just not cutting the mystical mustard.
No experience is meant to be fully utopian. We're gaining on beautiful surroundings but losing on gentle human connection. So far anyway. Moreover, real magic is that which we create for ourselves, rather than that which we're given or seek.
Alongside the experience of the vibrant scenery, maybe this holiday will teach me a robust ability to feel all the feelings and not internalise them. Time will tell.
Buenos Dias.
RGF xx
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