Life is a journey. Indeed it is, but who’s driving? Do we go by foot, car, boat, or plane? Do we take this journey alone, with friends, or with those who may impede our path? Can we plan every step of the way, or will there be twists and turns that we never saw coming? While the answer to all these questions is “yes”, that isn’t particularly comforting. The fact that we are the sole navigators of our journey, that we pick how we travel, who we take along or leave behind, and whether or not we plan to expect the unexpected makes the trip sound too complicated, and maybe even a bit frightening. So, how do we start? We start with the knowledge that we’ll often come upon roads we never imagined and that it’s alright to occasionally retrace our steps and turn right where we once turned left. The road isn’t a straight one, and we may even find ourselves going in circles. But that’s ok. The beauty of this trip isn’t defined by the destination but by what we learn along the way. Look ahead, and you’ll only see the end. Look around, and you’ll be captivated, enchanted, and maybe even changed for the better by all the wonders that surround you.