I just found out that there is an exhibit at the Stedelijk Museum’s temporary location that I really want to see. I’m excited about this because I’ll be going to Amsterdam or AMS as it’s known in airport speak in one week and that’s where the museum is at. Nothing is better than surprise art on a vacation.

I have not prepared for a trip like this for several years. It’s strange to be away from home for a very long time. It causes you to think about all the things you need to bring with you. My goal for this trip was to start thinking about that far enough in advance so that I can take away the extra things that one tends to bring on trips just because. I want to strip away the unnecessary objects from my life. Vacation is a good time to practice such an activity.