Scott 2008-04-17

I awake to find myself in a sky blue room with sunbeams streaming in through the east facing window. A warm glow fills the room as I attempt to understand my surroundings. On the night stand is a ice-cold glass of water and in the closet are workout clothes. There are motivational posters and saying all around the room. There is a sense of peace.

I leave the room and find a trail through a pine forest. Sunlight filters through the branches and a trace hits the ground. The smell of pine needles fills the air and the sounds of birds chirping and squirrels squawking hit the senses. A light breeze flows through the trees.

The smooth path is covered in pine needles and meanders through the forest. There is the occasional root or rocky outcropping but all in all a peaceful easy trail. It would be a serene route on the mountain bike or a fun trail run. The trail goes along the edge of a canyon with gorgeous views and a flowing river at the bottom. A waterfall is visible off in the distance and makes a good goal to get to.

The path leads to the top of a waterfall. The bubbling stream, with crisp, clear water picks up speed as it approaches the precipice. The views from the top are magnificent, the brush strokes of the Creator are awe inspiring.

After getting to the other side of the stream, I find that someone has left a Camelback on the bank. It is still nearly full. The black Camelback has various pockets for assorted storage and gear.

In the middle of the path, there is a car key. Looking at it, I find it is a Honda key. Someone, somewhere is going to have a little bit of trouble when they get back to the car. I wonder if it belongs to the same person that left the Camelback on the bank.