I get kicks from stealing words from different cultures/languages. When I find a word that really stands out (Hindi and Maori are two of my favs) I jangle it for my own lexicon. My favourite word of all, a defining word for my life, is Fajondilizer. I’m not sure where Fajondilizer (noun), or to Fajondilize (verb) came from exactly? Perhaps my brother? Anyways, as soon as I heard the fanciful word, it stuck. My definition: Fajondilizer - one who rolls up their sleeves and plunges into life. Fajondilizers act now and ask questions later. They’re not afraid of getting their hands dirty. They don’t flinch at taking risks. I like to think I’m a full-force Fajondilizer.
As young as I can remember, I’ve loved to roll up my sleeves (metaphorically) to explore and dig deep into new experiences. Trips to a new place, meeting new people, smelling new surroundings, sensing new rhythms - all give me energy. My lust for travel is always thumping in the background. It’s part of who I am. Luckily I married a fellow Fajondilizer and we have two little Fajondilizers. The four of us are about to embark on a huge travel adventure….starting now! Follow along with us if you’d like.