As we descended, the walk took us through pretty meadows and dense forests. We had many creek crossings and gazed upon alpine flowers. It was hot and muggy. We had a nice long lunch break overlooking a meadow and I didn't want to move when it was time to start walking again.
We passed through groves of Aspens that lined the trail, their shimmering leaves magical in the breeze. It was a fairyland in the Sierras. I stopped to listen to the leaves and a quietness settled over me.
Towards the end of the day, we had a bit of a climb to get out of the canyon and up to Mono Creek. It was frickin' hot and we were all pouring sweat. I found myself switching through peacefulness to agitation. I was irritated and feeling claustrophobic. A weird thing to say while I'm surrounded by wilderness, right? This is just my way. Switching through these emotions when tired and hungry, just like everyone else.
We made it to a pretty sweet campsite at the top and set up for the night. The mosquitos were out in full force so head nets came out all around.
It was a good day despite my bipolar emotional swings.
Positive Thought
Did I offer peace today? Did I bring a smile to someone's face? Did I say words of healing? Did I let go of my anger and resentment? Did I forgive? Did I love? These are the real questions. I must trust that the little bit of love that I sow now will bear many fruits, here in this world and the life to come. ~Henri Nouwen
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