“The only journey is the journey within” (Rilke). The beauty and wonders of life that we seek are within ourselves. Wander if you must, pursue your dreams if you must, but remember happiness is a state of mind and cannot be found solely in places we visit, things we own, and even people we are with. It is found within us and it starts within us.
Great place to celebrate a birthday! Happy 21st Claire!
Indeed, I think I stopped counting a decade ago
Great words! And so very true. I believe self-discovery is what makes us appreciate our relationship with the outside world.
Right, we could be at the most posh city in the world or in front of the most magnificent landscape and still feel empty and miserable or we could just be sitting on our couch reading our favorite book and munching on our favorite nibbles and just feel as contented and happy. It’s all in the mind, We are as happy as much as we make up our minds to be
I agree, happiness is in a state of mind… the heart may say yes but the mind knows when to say yes.
thanks for sharing the quote. it is beautiful. the photo is, too.
Thank you Paul, good luck to your 6-month backpacking trip
The quote seems to be 100 % right !! ..so where is the party for your birthday ???
Prolly with the leeches again at Kota Kinabalu National Park
Love the Rilke quote!!! Very transcendental!
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Happy birthday! You’re right. Happiness cannot be found in a place or on the road. It lies in your own hands.
wow, so insightful.
in the midst of raging waves, a pensive beauty poses.
HAPPY HAQPPY BIRTHDAY CLAIRE… God bless you more with exciting and happy travels.
Happy birthday! Turning 21 is a special one. I love your posts. I get to read about and view through your photos, places that I will not be able to see otherwise. I’m so glad I found your blog. I hope your birthday was a special day
Happy Birthday!
As far as places to celebrate your 21st birthday go, that’s a pretty awesome one
Enjoy your special day! This thought about happiness is inspirational. I agree, it start with us and within us…
fantastic location claire!
Love the Rilke quote, and looking forward to your blog post about Borneo!
There must be something special in Borneo to celebrate with..HBD!
huli man daw at magaling huli pa din hehe… maligayang kaarawan claire!
Happy Birthday Ms. Claire!
those giant rocks made you look so small. nice spot for a photo shoot.
Belated Happy Birthday Claire! Hoping to travel with you soon!
OMG! Nag birthday ka na pala!
Belated Happy Birthday!!!
happy birthday dearest! May you be blessed more.
lovelove,
Gael
nag climb ba kayu ng KK? ang ganda dyan ah… sana maakyat ko yan soon!
Again, Happy Birthday Claire!
enjoy life and happy birthday, ms.claire..
Happy Birthday!
More journeys to come! I love the places you’ve been, thanks for sharing them.
“The real voyage of discovery consists not in seeking new horizons but in having new eyes.” — Proust
Happy Birthday!
happy happy bday claire! kelangan talaga may emo shot with the waves
ganda ng lugar! 
Salamat po, Terima Kasih, Thank you, Dios Mabalos
Belated Happy Birthday Ms.Claire…
belated happy bday claire!
kita ba ang pinas sa kinauupuan mo?
Ibang islands ang nakita ko dapat sa Mt. Kinabalu pala para kita talaga