I have finally decided to start writing a “blog” after becoming inspired yesterday by the rapids of the Mississippi river at sunset in Blakeney, Ontario. The scene stirred something in me that reminded me of the need to share the effect and power nature has upon the human condition. I hope to share with you my own journey, what inspires me and perhaps ultimately what can keep us going on our unique journeys. Perhaps the best place to start is with my own childhood. I lived on