well...

...so yes, it has been quite a while since I have written anything. I suppose that the lot of you are also reading Brent's blog titled We Peregrinate. Supposing this, I trust that the rough idea of what we have been up to is known.

So last I left off, I was surfing in Pangandaran in Java, Indonesia. Surfing is incredible and so is snorkeling. The ocean is a universe in and of itself that I feel a deep connection, respect, and adoration of. In the next life, I want to be a part of that universe.

Travelling has been most incredible for me. The ups, downs, and in betweens which there are all plenty of have been a constant reminder, as well as a hammering of the nail of the truth that at every moment I have the conscious responsibility and ability to make the best choice possible as how I am experiencing that particular moment. At times, being a strange face in a most foreign land can be quite confusing. Especially when it comes down to a matter of trusting your own heart and instinct as well as the heart and motivation of those surrounding you. Throw into that pot the fact that at times there is no way of vocally understanding one another and the concept of trust becomes just that, a concept or idea, while slowly the feeling of trusting yourself and others becomes a reality that endures practice, patience, and acceptance. Of course there are mistakes that come along the way. But isn't that just life?

This is a beautiful world with many assortments of fruits to offer. I feel very lucky to be involved with such an experience as this is turning out to be. Every moment of everyday is something worth everything for each and every one of us. Though this realization doesn't necessarily take venturing to the other side of the world to come to pass, I am happy to be learning the precious gift that life is.

Love to all,
nate