My Summer Adventure

So who would have ever thought that vacation would ever feel so good. This is my 13th day of vacation and I am feeling great again. I have traveled the expansion of the country, spent time with amazing people, played great music, ate great food, had good company, conversation, and drinks - and slowly but surely I am starting to feel like myself again.

Currently I am in Yelm Washington visiting my buddy Aaron. He ives at the base of Mt. Rainier - one of the most spectacular sights in the country. She is a beautiful beast - 15,000ft high. Yesterday we hiked to a glacier view about 7,000ft. Even from there is was breathtaking. The flowers are still in the meadows here and the sky is crystal blue and bright. The air so clean and fresh - it is wonderful. My time here has been one of great renewal. God's fingerprint is all around us his presence seems to be everywhere here - it is wonderful.

Another blessing has been seeing my great aunt, uncle, and cousin - such great people who live here nearby. I was so greatful for my time with them and only regret that I had not made more time to spend with them. I see my grandmother in my great aunt and am reminded how wonderful the family I belong to is. I am grateful for such reminders.

Tomorrow I will leave Aaron and head to the last stop on my journey - some wonderful old friends who showed me great kindness for so many years. My next post will most likely be when I am back in Tampa - seeking perserverance and strength to start the journey I promised myself these past 2 weeks. I look forward to finding strength and hope in the memory of this wonderful and blessed pilgrimige.