My first trip to Breitenbush hot springs was only for a day, which I enjoyed so thoroughly that it made me crave for more. Even though I was living on a tight budget, this was a necessary expense, and I was overjoyed to allow myself a monthly soak with a few night stay. Relaxing and grounding, this was the much needed therapy for the mind and body, letting the pure pleasure and simplicity of naked awareness melt the daily worries of my overworked intellect. This was a place of rest, deep within the mountains, disconnected from the far reaches of reality. It snowed heavily there during one of my trips, covering everything with a thick winter blanket, gently emphasizing the magic of the steaming spring water on a cold winter night. I met a special person there during this time, who later became close to me. We were drawn to each other by a subtle magnetic attraction, enjoying the immediate and intricate alignment match that only comes along once in a blue moon. The depth of our conversations stirred the gentleness of the awakening feelings, which planted the tender seeds of courage to reach out in real life. My writing helped to break the ice and soon we found ourselves helplessly connected on many multi-dimensional levels, exploring the limits of space and time with wise and compassionate dialogs.
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