I felt the wind on my face and my hair tickled your cheek. For a few minutes, despite the speed, I felt completely safe and completely alive. That's what I think of every time I look at the palm of my hand...

When summer reaches it's peak, and the grass is as tall as it can manage, you'll find me walking past wild flowers spread out like oceans. One day I'll leave it all behind. Two steps in any direction can change your perspective completely. You should try it. I recommend closing your eyes and starting with a solid step to the left. And then one more. Take a deep breath before you open your eyes again. Look lazily outward and slowly focus on something - whatever your eyes tell you to see. I did this today. I looked out at an empty field surrounded by big ugly buildings and saw a hawk swirling in the mist above the field. I watched as it dove down low and cruised a few feet above the ground, so fast.

I have mountains to get to. Seriously. I'm going to start planning my vacation now, though who knows when I'll be able to really afford to take it. I figure I'll need 2 grand to see Machu Picchu. I don't really care though. I will see it. Anyone want to join me? I'll go alone if I have to. No more wide spread dreams and avoidance for this girl. No more hiding and being overly passive. If not now, when?