Today we traveled the furthest south we may ever travel (unless we go to Antarctica). We went as far south down the road as we could, which I think is only a road because of the naval base at the end of it, but we benefited by getting to go there. We traveled to a beach at 54 degrees 58.5198 seconds (parts of a degree) south. Just to give you a sense of how far south we are, the amazon river is closer to you guys than it is to us. We each got to take a stone from the place that is the furthest south we may ever go and I am decidedly going to keep it forever. We’re camping a little further north than that in a lot type thing that’s a bit off the road.
It’s our first night boondocking, and I just really hope no one has to poop, but if someone does, I’m sure Syd will be more than willing to dig us a small hole with our shovel.
It’s really peaceful and quiet out here and I hope no one tries to come in and camp next to us, because that would kinda disturb the serenity or chi. It’s relaxing to hear the birds quietly chirp, and the ocean waves crash on the beach far away. You can hear the wind in the trees and smell the coldness that might be the sea, but is probably just here because of how far south we are. When the trees rustle it sounds a bit like they’re talking to you and the ocean far away sounds as if it’s calling, beckoning you into nature. Every once in a while you’ll get a chilly breeze that doesn’t disturb you, so long as you have your winter coat on. The breeze is like a running message traveling through you, on to its destination. If you lie on your back you can watch the clouds rush south for some important meeting only they know about. They look like a paralyzed crowd, slow, steady, and eerily silent. It feels to me as if here, the whole world is letting you in on a secret and bringing you in with them for a while.
I hope I have “painted a picture of what it’s like here”, a skill I am personally working on, as per the request of some of our readers. If you have any suggestions for me or Syd, we’ve been looking for ways to improve and always read your comments and emails, so we would love to hear your feedback.
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I can sense a budding author in your writing this time! I love it. Perhaps you could one day write a memoir of your adventures! I hope you continue describing your trip in terms of emotions, physical experiences and comparative expressions. Thanks for drawing us in with your picture through language! ❤️ you!
What imagery, Audrey! You thoroughly paint the picture you desire in our minds. Your southern reach is amazing. Not many people get to that southern latitude. Please look at the Southern Cross for me. I have always wanted to see it and probably never will. Please gaze at it an extra moment for me. Give my best to your family. I love you.