Your ambition should be to get as much life out of living as you possibly can, as much enjoyment, as much interest, as much experience, as much understanding. Not simply be what is generally called a “success.” -Eleanor Roosevelt 

I’m sitting in the garden of the Sanctuary Lodge gazing at the splendid mountains that surround Machu Picchu. A lizard just ran past my feet. Birds are singing and calling and the sun is beating down. I love the sound of fresh running water – and there are 4 small waterfalls cascading into streams within eye shot.

A euphoric peace envelops this place despite the buses that arrive every 5 minutes with tourists of all ages who want to experience the joy, the energy, the spiritual revival of Machu Picchu that permeates the air.

You can see the energy in these photos – the sun’s rays bouncing everywhere- you can feel it, breathe it and almost touch it.

I came to Machu Picchu on a whim. I’m leaving knowing that I have been given a gift – something I will carry with me for the rest if my life. We live in a beautiful world. It is up to each of us to find that beauty and treasure it.

I also want to thank the Andean Trek Company for the well organized trek.  The food was exceptional, the guides knowledgeable, helpful,  considerate and strong. And incredible experience – beyond both Sharon and my expectations!