Ya, it's the title of a country song, but has stuck in one of those endless loops in my mind since 2000! That was the year I threw away all "logic" and decided to go out to see the mountains... left a piece of my soul in those high, lofty places and made it a solid commitment to get out there to live if it's the last thing I do with the last breath in my body! I have been back out there in those mountains several times since then, but only to visit and have to return to where I came from. Yes, I did take the plunge and moved to Patagonia to live and work in the mountains a short while ago, but that ended rather abruptly and is not the topic of my blog today. I love Patagonia and the people I met there and look forward to returning there at some point in my life.
So, it is in August of 2011 that I have made the commitment to return to Alberta, this time to live, work and play! How exciting is that! I will make the move at the end of September, driving out with the little belongings that I have. Of course that will include my climbing and wilderness gear, my books and a few clothes. It's all anyone needs. : ) I have the unique opportunity of being able to drive out with two of our kids as well which will make the trip even more memorable and exciting! My only pain is that once again I am leaving Maria, my beautiful soul mate, wife and partner in Ontario until she is able to follow...
One deliberates such decisions and agonizes over all kinds of outcomes... in the end, I know and understand that our love for each other is intricately woven into the essence of mountain culture. We both crave to be back in the mountains and will commit to doing whatever it takes to get there once again! Mountains speak a universal language to those of us that understand it... you know who you are, and you know what I mean! Some could not care less for mountains and see them as stoic images of hardship, danger and overshadowing mass. For those people, I read as a lunatic, a fanatic, a person who has lost touch with reality and what is important in life. For the kindred spirits out there, we know a different meaning for mountains, and have a very unique feeling in our hearts for the privilege of being in their presence!
So, now I prepare for the move to Alberta. I prepare for the next epic chapter in my colorful life! Stay tuned for some very happy notes as this lifes dream works it's way to fruition! Much love to all and keep searching for the true direction in your life. Do not ignore the yearnings in your heart...
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