Why we are doing this...

I've come across a book entitled "Adrift: Seventy-six Days Lost At Sea" by Steven Callahan. Haven't read much of it, but in the opening pages, he has aptly stated (and in better words than I ever could) why we took off on this adventure.

"I wish I could describe the feeling of being at sea, the anguish, frustration, and fear, the beauty that accompanies threatening spectacles, the spiritual communion with creatures in whose domain I sail. There is a magnificent intensity in life that comes when we are not in control but are only reacting, living, surviving.... [F]or me, to go to sea is to get a glimpse of the face of God. At sea I am reminded of my insignificance - of all men's insignificance. It is a wonderful feeling to be so humbled."

I have found this quote particularly compelling. As part of my own coaching training, I put together a Life Purpose Statement, and interestingly it begins:

"I am inspired and alive, completely aware of the wonders and awe of everything around me. I am deeply connected to the past as well as to the future, fully aware of my place in this universe (both great and small; both physically and in time). My inner voice is strong and clear, and guides me to live life fully. I move through life with a sense of purpose. I receive abundant blessings."

And boy, do I ever. So far, so good.

Signing off from Nuevo Vallarta,
Barbara