The thing
with falling is that there is no going back. Once you jump, you just let go,
and let it be. You lose all control.
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| Buntot-palos falls |
And that
scares me a lot. It is the reason I have so much reservations when it comes to
doing anything that involves falling (cliff diving, sky diving, bungee jumping,
etc.)
Yesterday, I
had the chance to jump off Buntot-palos falls but chickened out. I had the
chance to swim towards the falls, but backed out. Those were my regrets of the
day. Anyone who believes that they can do something should just do so. Otherwise,
the heart won’t be at peace.
Isn’t it
easier to smile at failed attempts than at what ifs? After all, we are not here
to just test the water. We are here to jump and take that leap of faith.
Anywaaaaaaay…
The trail
was easy, but muddy and smelly. The mud was mixed with horse poop.
Unfortunately, you’ll sometimes have no choice but to touch the ground for
support and balance. Eeep.
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| The trail |
It was not a
preferable hike for me, but the destination was worth it. The towering, rushing
falls breaking down into 3 little falls was magnificent. It makes one wonder
where all the water is coming from, and where they are going, and why they are
in such a hurry.
The water
was cold, but from time to time the sun shines and warm you up a bit. Then the
wind blows, and you’re back to chilling. It was a funny feeling – like nature
is playing with you – not in a hurtful way, but in a teasing and caring manner.
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| (c) Henry Bolinto |
Well, it was generally a beautiful day! Plus, I was able to make 2 new friends – one talented artist and one highly analytical introvert (she noticed a mannerism of mine that I wasn’t even aware of!)
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| (c) Robert Sarmiento |
Hooray for
today!
Nice! It must've been exciting! :D
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