There's something almost eerie about a body of water that's so still it becomes a perfect mirror. As I stood at the edge of Lake Pehoé, I couldn't help but feel like I was looking into my own soul. The mountains, the trees, the boats - they were all reflected with uncanny accuracy.
I've always been drawn to the idea that nature can be a mirror for our own lives. The towering peaks represent our aspirations, the calm waters our emotions. And just as the anchored boats disturb the surface of the lake, so too do our problems disrupt our inner peace.
I remember a time when I used to think that if I could just get away from it all, my problems would disappear. But as I stood there, surrounded by the beauty of Torres del Paine, I realized that no matter where I go, I'll always carry a piece of myself with me.
It's a humbling thought, but also a comforting one. Because it means that even in the darkest of times, there's always hope. We just have to look a little deeper to find it.
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PS Number TWO on Explore on September 28th., 2024.
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