Fresh out of school, eager to start and experience life on her own and off she goes to a strange land to further her studies.

Being 18, innocent and naïve, she experienced the wonders of life somewhere far from home. Yet, it felt as if home never left her.

Being 19, eager and passionate, she met new people and experienced life just the way she wants it.

Being 23, fresh from the university, terrified and confused, she embarked a new life, the working life.

And now at 25, she is still confused and terrified of her future, but still trying to live life passionately as she did years ago.

2010 is going to end soon and a new year is about to begin.

Being 26.