A Trail for the Future
On the previous day, at review time, I had suggested that
the community construct a first class walking trail. Such a trail would be an
incentive for introspective trekkers. You could go around armed with japa beads
for meditation. You could do it solo or with a group. The trail would be
inspirational and take you through valleys and highlands with switchbacks in
between. You would be able to admire variant trees and vegetation along rocky
slopes as well as the wetlands and creeks. The trail would stimulate adventure and also connect you to sacred spots, such as the major
temple, the Palace
of Gold , and the upcoming
Radha Gopinatha temple. Various loops would comprise this trail, and would
measure 2, 4, and 8 miles in length.
It was just a wish, and I believe it would be an attraction.
The suggestion was well received.
Today I walked along McCreary’s Ridge Road . It simply reminded me with
its treacherous nature, its speedy traffic, windy disposition, and no shoulder,
that a japa walking trail would be well justified. I was looking at a possible
route that could be as far distant from the road as could be.
I’m sure I’m not the first person to dream up such a trail,
but I thought “Let’s get the suggestion out there, perhaps one day, such a
route could materialize.”
A word of caution for anyone on a trail, this is the month
of May, the ticks are in abundance. Even without me hitting the woodsy trail, I
managed to have one cling on to me without my knowing. That’s another reason
why it’s imperative to bathe at least two times a day if you can. One reason is
to wash off, forever, any of those pesky little things that could cause Lime
Disease.
May the Source be with you!
5 km
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