A new Light on life

A new light on life I have always been a waterfall enthusiast. It all started when I watched Jurassic Park for the

first time. The waterfall in this movie seemed so majestic and magical, I have always thought

waterfalls had special powers. I always imagined that I will find a waterfall somewhere with a

hidden lost world behind it. In my life time I have visited several waterfalls. The one waterfall

that has been a favorite of mine is the Minnehaha waterfalls mainly because it is local an easy to

get to. It has been a peaceful place for me to enjoy a few hours away from home. At times I

enjoy walking the trails emerging myself in all the colorful scenery. I started thinking why I have

never took the time to really observe the waterfalls themselves. I decided that I was going to the

waterfalls again. With this visit I found something inside myself that I had never noticed before,

I had never paid attention to details, and the waterfalls allowed me to start experiencing life in a different light.

I started to ask myself why I have never thought to do this before. As I get out my car I

remember why. Years ago I had noticed some teenagers playing under the rushing water,

they seemed so care free. I wanted to get in the water but my hesitation and fear of being

sucked under the currents powerful grasp stopped me from going any further.

Today I know if I want to experience the waterfalls true beauty I must put all my fears

behind me.

With all my fears behind me I walk toward the waterfalls .I suddenly hear the crashing

sounds of the waterfalls. The winds blow a quick smell of stinky fish, and I feel as if I am

by an ocean . I walk closer and see a continued row of various lemon and grapefruit

sized rocks that form a three foot wall. I decide to start at the beginning of the waterfall,

and I have no