Today is December 31st, and the year has basically ended. I for one should have seen it coming. Even before January 1, 2023 came, I was flying across the Atlantic Ocean on my way to Tanzania. On the way, we had a chance to explore Frankfurt, Germany. It was New Year’s Eve, and the city was in holiday mode. Everywhere we went, there were Christmas themed people and holiday … [Read more...] about Is it Cliché to Ask Where the Year Went?
Depression
Merry Christmas, Well At Least That’s My Plan
Our live blue spruce tree I ran across this today. “You’ve gotta dance like there’s nobody watching, Love like you’ll never be hurt, sing like there’s nobody listening, and live like it’s heaven on earth.” I know it’s Christmas and my thoughts ought to be on that. But I am really looking for some way to feel happy again. And while I have done many of the … [Read more...] about Merry Christmas, Well At Least That’s My Plan
3 Things I Learned Hiking the Inca Trail in Peru
After nearly walking off the edge of the mountain, I decided I needed to create personal rules for my trekking. I do not remember having the same issues climbing to the top of Mount Kilimanjaro in January of this year. It turns out each trek has its challenges and rewards. Much of what I learned in Africa did not apply to Peru. This is the 4th thing I learned. I suppose … [Read more...] about 3 Things I Learned Hiking the Inca Trail in Peru
Can I stay Focused?
I’ve had four or five days of positiveness. I’m not sure that is a word, but it’s how I have been feeling. Even yesterday, at work, I had the feeling that everything was going to work out. What I am thinking is that I will be able to realize my plans, and live a balanced life with my depression. The four weeks leading up to our trip to Peru did not feel like that. In … [Read more...] about Can I stay Focused?
Shouldn’t I be Excited About Traveling to Peru? (Part 1 & 2)
PART 1 My traveling companions sure are. I’m just going through the motions hoping that I will “snap out of it.” But sadly, I have had very little success with that idea. The entire adventure includes a weekend in Cusco, Peru. Then 7 days trekking including 3 days on the actual Inca Trail. By the following Sunday, we will be at Machu Picchu. There will be a 2-hour … [Read more...] about Shouldn’t I be Excited About Traveling to Peru? (Part 1 & 2)
