Summer Solstice

Last night I went on an adventure that at first I was extremely scared about doing. As Michael Stipe (lead singer of REM) sings, "Night swimming deserves a quiet night!" We headed out to the sister sinks just after the summer sun had set, around 9:30pm. When we got to our favorite grounding spot, we ran the whole way to the beautiful purifying fresh water source. The moon was high and bright. I was scared, my heart racing, what if I fell down, what if a snake or alligator was lurking? He said, "Don't worry I am a buffalo!" :) I am thankful for a passionate adventuring friend! This adventure ranks in my top three sink adventures out to the sisters. This evening reminded me of another night adventure that we have recently taken. After the experience, I wrote a haiku about our experience.

Peaceful companions
Traveling a narrow path
But, Walking by faith (Get the pun?! lol)

Silent dancers play
Meditating peacefully
Lighting the darkness

Night talkers expound
Lively forest symphony
Euphonious frogs

Open heart and mind
Sincere communication
Balanced life and soul

I have actually updated the poem, but wrote it hard copy and cannot seem to find it now. This will have to do for now, but I will post as a response to this posting as soon as I find the updated version. I am still amazed at how we can find inspiration in the most beautiful and peaceful places!

I challenge you to take a summer nighttime adventure and then write about what you experienced. I promise it will be nothing short of beautiful and amazing! :)