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Lessons from Mt. Shasta
By Susan Kramer
My husband and I slowly hiked up
the side of Mt. Shasta from just above 12,000 feet elevation where road access
ends. Note that Mt. Shasta is a dormant volcano at the southern end of the
Cascade Mountains in California. Its most recent eruption was about 200 years
ago.
As we slowly began the ascent
my breathing became labored and I had to make more of an effort to keep going.
This reminded me that as in life, when a goal is difficult to achieve, the
rewards in the end are sometimes all that much greater.
Looking up from the higher and
higher elevation I saw that the majestic height of trees began to diminish, and
they became satisfied to grow shorter and then as compact shrubs. Finally,
there were no trees above us as in the photo here. I thought about this phenomena as I slowly put one foot in front of the
other. Here was as example of nature showing us to make the best use of our
environment that we can, and still be satisfied with the results. And when our
resources run out it is time to change our goals using what is available.
Turning around, looking out
360 degrees was a most uplifting sight. I felt like I was on top of the world.
Views of mountain ranges rolled out in all directions and gave me a feeling of
majesty and appreciation for life. And standing still at this elevation allowed
me to rest, breathe quietly, and not exert too soon.
When I looked in all
directions and not just forward, I saw the richness of scenery in all
directions. This was a lesson for me in appreciating what is at hand at the
moment. Truly living in the present moment.
I’m so glad to have made this
trek toward the summit of Mt. Shasta, even though I didn’t walk upward beyond
the tree line. I did my best and was satisfied that it was enough. Even below
the summit the views were incomparable. It reminded me to be content in life,
even if my original goal is unattainable.
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Lessons from Mt. Shasta © 2019-2020 Susan Kramer; photo from family archive |
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About the Author: A meditation and yoga practitioner since 1976, Susan Kramer writes on
practical spirituality, family and social issues, and dance. Her instructional
books are listed at her web site – http://www.susankramer.com/books.html
Email: susan@susankramer.com