Yesterday She Could Be 19 Years Old Traveler
On 15 September, she could have turned 19. Instead, we remember her with heavy hearts — she passed away on 11 July 2025, at only 18 years old. The news of her death reached me only a few days ago, and it has deeply saddened me. Aleksandra was a rare and brave soul — a young traveler who embraced the world through. She ventured across countries not for luxury or comfort, but to meet people, exchange cultures, and live freely. In spring this year, she visited my home as part of her journey. She stayed with me for a week, sharing her smile, her curiosity, and her energy. During her stay, Aleksandra helped me in the garden, planting and nurturing young life with gentle care. She also kindly translated parts of my blog into Polish, wanting to make my words and my story more accessible to others in her country. These may seem like small things, but to me they were moments of pure human connection — the kind that reminds us why we open our doors to strangers who quickly become friends. Sadly,...