The Next Steps

So now, I will do what I know best. I will take one more long walk before the school year starts. I plan on spending time walking in the mountains before I come back and set up “temporary-permanent roots.”

I’ve lugged all that I own in four bags totaling 100 pounds. I gave away everything but the necessities. The truth is, we don’t really need much at all and I still feel like I overpacked. 😉

This walk already feels different. I have no fear, anxiety, or doubt in my next steps. I am not seeking healing or guidance. My steps are not weary and my footing is not unsure. These two weeks in the mountains is a celebration of my hard work over the past months and gratitude to writing a chapter that feels more than right. I walk with confidence and trust, knowing that the best is yet to come.

After my times in the mountains I will return to “her” where she will be welcoming with arms wide open at the sea. She will offer me a space to grow and maybe one day, I will have the honor to finally call her home.