The Lost River

As I was on a mission to find the "Lost River," I realized that I was really on a mission to find some peace.

I decided, with my surgery coming up, that I would take a day to explore. I did not realize I would find some peace while search for this "Lost River." As I drove farther and farther away from the "city," I could feel my should relax, a smile grow on my face, and breathing became much easier. I wanted to visually explore everything inch of land. I drove down and backed down "roads" trying to find this damn river. Definitely time for a truck.

I finally see water that actually looks there could be a waterfall or at lets a baby one. The water was this clear, turquoise and the rocks were cover in sulfur making the orange. Hop out of the car, still in flip flops, and race over to the river. It's beautiful and protected by sticker bushes... Whomp whomp, I was so excited I didn't notice until it was stuck to my face. 

Take a few pictures and get hiking boots on. Walk farther down the river and find the top of a large waterfall. Immediately find my way down to see it. Not noticing the trail, I decided to take a longer, more falling down approach. Finally get to the bottom. It's amazing! I decide to go in for a closer look. A much closer look...

 A•Mazing! The roar of the water, the cool spray in the air, and the shake from all of the power. I always feel most connected when I am with water and earth. I often close my eyes and envision the first time I stood bare foot in the river. 

The smoothness of the rocks under my feet. How cold the river is at first, almost takes away my breath. The way the water rushes through my legs and toes. All of that energy around me. True power.

I found the "Lost River" and I found some peace. Being able to be with the rush of the water helped calm my mind. All of the answers where in there... There was just too much static. I would like to thank water for always being there for me. It has always had my back and helped me. It is a vital part of my life.

As I've rambled on long enough for now, my solo mission cleared the static. And remember... IT'S ALL ABOUT THE JOURNEY!