Expect the unexpected

As she approaches 40, the writer vows to unwrap life’s surprising packages – with anticipation and joy.

I HAD grandiose dreams of being a reporter who is unafraid to traipse around the world and report news from dangerous parts of the globe. I imagined myself dodging bullets, being in the thick of danger and reporting news of people’s plight in war-torn countries. Although people who know me well will be surprised at this dream of mine since I am not known for taking risks.