Mindshield Wipers

1/17/2015

Pu'u Road on Kauai is my therapist, my health guru, my place of inspiration, my perfect muse.   Pu'u Road is my walk.   What a blessing it is to wander from the front door of our home into the beauty of this island on a daily basis. Many times I have exclaimed to visitors I am one of the luckiest 67,091 people on the face of Earth .. this being the current population of Paradise.

Of course, living in paradise does not automatically create the perfect existence .. this is our individual calling .. happiness being within.  I'm certain there are happy people living in the least hospitable of places and unhappy folks right here on the Garden Island .. C'est la vie.

I want to be happy and the walks on Pu'u contribute greatly to that goal.  A typical pace keeps me on the trail for one hour and forty five minutes each day .. one hour and forty five minutes to contemplate and process the current state of life. These hours of  trekking around Pu'u have provided many "aha" moments over the years .. nature's gift of peace in solitude, causing me to constantly be aware  I am indeed a fortunate man.

This morning I walked, and ran, and jogged, and thought.

Possibly you've had this same mental rumination ..

Asked for guidance .. got guidance ..

Loudly .. Clearly

"Quit Asking! .. you are equipped with everything you need ..

just turn on your Mindshield Wipers ..

let the light in"

I didn't hear "knucklehead" or "dumbass" at the end ..

but ...

_____

Wishing each of you your own Pu'u Road ..
and great Mindshield Wipers

from Kauai to Paris .. and all places between

Aloha,
Bill

14 Comments

Nathan

1/18/2015 03:29:19 am

One of the reasons I love running so much is because it gives me the time I need to clear my head & have my thoughts to myself. After awhile, my breathing and cadence of my stride allow me to delve into great introspection. It's a meditation that involves all the beautiful features of the outdoors, be it the quietness of the evening after fresh snow fall or the waking of the birds on a summer morning. Trailblazing new or familiar trails is one of my life's most wonderful rewards, and I'm happy to have shared some of that time with you and Darlene. Love from Chicagoland!

Bill link

1/18/2015 03:38:40 am

And we will share more! Thank you, Son, for your insightful comment. Happy Trailblazing! Love, Dad

Mom

1/18/2015 04:34:46 am

This blog speaks to and with me. I would not be able to count the times a walk has been a time of retreat, renewal, and revelation of the beauties that surround and are freely given to us.
Thank you for this reminder delivered in such a meaningful way.
Love the photo, too!

Bill link

1/18/2015 05:54:09 am

Mom, thanks so much .. what a special day, both my Mother and my Son leaving comments .. now THAT'S a blessing! Love, Your Son

Debbie Ambrous link

1/18/2015 06:59:21 am

Bill,
I'm catching up after being in a blurred vision state for a while after eyelid surgery. I've had normal vision for a couple of weeks or so, but work and such kept me from visiting your beautiful blog. Now that I've returned, I find that you have been very creative! I love all of the entries that I missed, but especially this last one. Walks among beauty are restorative, but as you mentioned a person can experience unhappiness in a place as beautiful as Kauai. More is required. Yet, the fresh air and sunshine is a super-antibiotic of its own along with the exercise to whip our bodies and minds into better shape. I'm thankful for another day of life, for life itself. I'm glad you continue to have inspiration, and thank you for sharing it with us.

Bill link

1/18/2015 07:36:05 am

Debbie, how nice to hear from you! I do hope you are totally mended. As always, I am thankful to receive your kind words .. so glad you enjoyed the last few entries. With recent events in Paris, I felt it important to "go deeper" with a couple of posts. Walking Pu'u Road has been a great help in fertilizing the cranial matter and providing me with clear vision in light of world events. I, like you, am thankful for life itself .. what a joy it is! Mahalo et Merci, Debbie .. nice to have you back! Bill

Karen Cafarella

1/19/2015 12:45:47 am

With beauty like that right outside your front door, how can you not take advantage. Walking in nature renews the soul!

Bill link

1/19/2015 03:20:22 am

Thanks Karen .. how right you are! Mahalo et Merci, Bill

Pat Cargill

1/19/2015 12:45:34 pm

Walking the trails in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains of Virginia is one of my favorite pastimes. We are blessed to be living here. Nothing lightens and renews the mind and heart and soul like being in nature.

"Happy trails" to all from SW Virginia!

Bill link

1/19/2015 02:18:21 pm

And "Happy Trails" back to you, Pat! Mahalo et Merci, Bill

Sally

1/21/2015 01:46:59 am

This blog is 'happy making'......thank you so much Billy. And so true! Walking is definitely cathartic. I have often noticed how walking alone opens my mind's door and walking with someone open's my mouth. LOL! For whatever reason, when walking with someone, conversation seems to flow seamlessly. Even the silences are easy and comfortable, as each person allows nature to envelop them. Very cool!

Bill link

1/21/2015 05:01:56 am

Sally .. "happy making" ... I'll take that! Mahalo et Merci, Bill

brother Drew

1/22/2015 12:00:03 am

Thought I did not partake in the Put walk certainly enjoyed the many walks on the beautiful golf course by your house. I am so grateful for the time spent with you and Darlene. Mahalo. May all your walks be fruitful. I love you.

Bill link

1/22/2015 05:10:37 am

Dear Brother .. Thank You! I love you too! And remember, anytime you want help with that golf addiction .. your big brother is here! Mahalo et Merci, Bill

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