[Learning & Growing - XIII]
Outside of Leavenworth, in the northern Cascades, are The Enchantments, a chain of magical alpine lakes. We drove there, intending to hike one of these well-known, jaw-dropping trails. Miles and miles up a winding mountain rode we drove in our dusty jeep, anticipating a good workout, fresh mountain air, and stellar views. What we encountered were thousands of other dusty cars parked for nearly a mile on the same mountain road, wanting the same magical experience.
The trailhead to The Enchantments literally had traffic.
The Enchantments were disenchanting. Something about enchantment—moments of heightened senses, joy, and magic—requires space.
Space to think, to see, to breathe. Space to question, wonder, and dream. Space to explore and discover.
A life of learning is a life full of enchantment. Are we making space to experience the magic?
