Have you ever stood on the banks of Lake Como and seen the bonfires of Bellagio envelope the village in a gauze like haze, or immersed yourself in the smells and flavors of a Florentine evening out? When was the last time you saw San Giorgio transfixed by the fiery sunrise of a Venetian Lagoon, floating on a mist of ether, ablaze with the molten surf of the sun?
I have seen these and much more. I have watched the Joshua Trees bloom in the high desert while floating on a sea of frozen sand and drank brandy at a travertine bar overlooking the Copacabana in Rio. I have played in the redwood forests of the Russian River and have eaten fresh caught Salmon in the villages of Napa Sonoma. But none of these sights, sounds and senses would have been realized in their true depths if it had not been for my other half, my soul mate, my life time friend.
Together we would travel the world and revel in its delights. When storm clouds would appear we would take shelter in each other’s arms. And when all else failed we would find comfort in our togetherness.
At sunset I sit many times transfixed by those lifelong remembrances that were realized in his eyes and gifted through his touch. My life has been so enhanced because of him and is still a testament to him for by myself I am adequate but with him I am great.
Should you ever have the privilege to share in passion this thing called life do not hesitate to embrace it. But rather run towards it for it is sure to make yours a much fuller journey and will most assuredly give wings to your flight.
