please turn off all cell phones and remain seated until the fasten seatbelt sign has been turned off. 

Dear America,

We, seat 31K and I, are ready for departure. Next stop, Milan.

It’s not you, it’s me. I just need to be apart for a while in order to find myself and see all that world has to offer. I promise to return to you when the time is right.

your devoted and loyal citizen,

K