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On morning’s first light, I rise from the confines of a warm sleeping bag and unzip the tent door. Today I will be chasing the changing light and shadows of an Autumn day in Yellowstone.<\/p>\n

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I hike a frosty trail to the summit overlooking Yellowstone lake. The steam escaping the volcanic fury deep beneath the earth creates a surreal scene. The mind escapes to mighty trolls standing guard to the underworld, their heavy breathing the cause for the hot air rising into the sky.<\/p>\n

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Canyon walls split open by Thor’s hammer let me stand on the precipice. One misstep is certain death, I hang on between the edge of this world and the next.<\/p>\n

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Taking such chances stirs a ravenous appetite within. The wide, open plains with buffalo grazing and wolves overlooking from the distant ridge suits me fine for a quick meal to rebuild sustenance. I make quick work of the morsels though, as the smell of food can bring unwelcome visitors too close for comfort.<\/p>\n

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Fishing Bridge is empty today, except for me and the schools of spawning fish below. Crystalline waters showcase just another of Nature’s marvels. I sit and listen to the occasional splash of trout in the shallows.<\/p>\n

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Afternoon has quickly past as the sun sinks closer the the lip of the earth. I find deep blue pools holding scalding water. The steam that is escaping temporarily blinds those that are near. The light breeze eventually brings clarity to both body and mind.<\/p>\n

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The Teton’s are glowing in brilliant sunset colors and the sun goes to bed behind these wondrous peaks. I find small rivers and still lakes to observe this daily ritual.<\/p>\n

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I do find, as I think most humans do, that regardless of how many times the sun may rise and set, that each and every time creates a simple stirring within us.<\/p>\n

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A reaffirmation that life goes on, the world continues to turn, and that we all will rise with the sun, at least as long as we are able.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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