A journey to fill my soul

Today marks an anniversary of sort, about this time of day on June 2nd, I drove out my drive at my anchored home and headed north on an adventure. It seems so long ago, I struggle at times to reminisce all the little things that have turned into this grand journey. I left with a general direction but an unchosen path. Daily itineraries chosen based on weather and interests. The 24-hour sun is long gone from this journey, today sunrise was at 6:40 am, sunset is at 8:00 pm. I’m in such a peaceful place, all day I listen to the surf, soft and mellow in tone. The birds call out as if neighbors calling out to invite for a quick meal and conversation. In the morning, as the sun rises, you can feel the warmth it provides taking the chill out of the air. And in the evening, as the sun sets followed by the tide hitting its high point, the wind suddenly rises and the seas roar one final blow as if a horn on a ship leaving port.

This has been a journey

This really has been a special period in my life, I’ve learned so much about myself, about nature, about people in general. I have found the soulful peace I desired. I know I’ve followed a road less traveled, I’ve followed a path not many would choose. I don’t know of another person who would choose such a path upon retirement although I’m sure others would love to take the chance and test themselves. There have been days you would think it would be so lonely, but I’ve never felt that. I’m able to fill my mind with thoughts and visions that take time to sort only to find the next day filled with those same opportunities like a gift from above.

I don’t believe I could have done this without access to the digital abyss, or the internet as it’s known. Having a daily lifeline to my loved ones has made this so easy mentally. Seeing and speaking with a dear friend and soulmate removed any fear and loneliness, it takes away the fear of hurting someone I love, we’re together in this though we’re both alone. We all have our vision of life, for me I need to explore, I don’t want to leave anything behind. This world is so amazing, and like the incredible sweet corn from the Midwest that I missed this year, I’ve taken the opportunity to see just a select few kernels which has made me more eager to seek more of it. I have dreams, plans, to continue this journey, only time will tell if it continues.

Farewell Canada

This really is an amazing country, unique in so many ways. Wild, barren, beautiful…I’m sure there are many more adjectives I could use, but not one could really describe what I have seen. Oh, I love the good old USA, but this place is so much different, the opportunities to find true adventure are so much greater.

Tomorrow morning I’ll head south to the city of Victoria. I know I’m leaving behind probably the best part of Vancouver Island, but I just don’t have the time for it. I’ve got just 4-weeks to complete this compilation before life needs to take another turn. I feel I could easily spend two weeks to fully explore and understand southern Vancouver Island, but I’ve booked another ferry to take Jed, Ethyl and me to Port Angeles, Washington to begin another chapter.

The Mountains Are Calling

I’ll start by heading 270 degrees on my compass, or due west, back out to the Pacific coastline as part of my exploration of Olympic National Park. I’ve got three National parks I intend to explore on my path headed home so I need to keep moving. As all the other chapters, I’m excited for this one as well. I feel I’ll explore areas most wouldn’t just because they’re so far out of the way of a normal road trip. I see extreme heat in front of me which could hamper my path, my body doesn’t take heat well so let’s hope elevation keeps that at bay. Time will tell.

Until next time

I’ll end this here, farewell to Canada, its people and its land. I hope to return to explore other parts of your territories soon.

Thank you for your continued following and generous comments, they are deeply appreciated. Until next time…All my best to each of you…Peace.