“We tend to understand that adding things to our lives will enrich us, but somethings need to be removed to propel us.” ~ Unknown
One of the great things about hanging with the locals is learning where all the best places are. Judy is that local in SoCal. A native of Long Beach, she roamed the coast with her sister when they were growing up. She took Jeff and I to a great hidden gem called Seal Beach. It’s not far from Long Beach, but it’s far enough to be out of the frey. It has a long pier (although the end of it was blocked off due to restoration) from which, past the tankers and oil rigs, Catalina Island can be seen.
Several weeks back at Cane Ridge, Nila said her sacred space is the ocean. She’s not alone. Many people take great solace at the edge of the world. I’ve kept her words near during this trip. I understand why she and so many others find the ocean a place of sacred notions.
And then there’s Judy and Jeff. They have been two of the best people I’ve ever known; great mentors and great friends. I will cherish our memories together during this trip. I’m glad they like me enough to hang out with me. How could I not be happy around people like this?
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