Beyond Words: Sailing from Panama to Colombia

I love the writing process and creating the perfect flow to my stories. But sometimes words get in the way or they are not enough or they are too much. So I share some experiences visually via photos and videos. Certain moments, like the otherworldly vibrancy of an unconstrained forest, the genuine sweetness of a friend’s smile, or the sheer magnificence of an ancient temple, cannot be captured in letters. These moments are Beyond Words. Enjoy!

Exploring the San Blas islands via sailboat will always be a treasured experience. For a few days, I was able to hang out in a bathing suit and jump in the water when I wanted and play and discover and be amazed at the beauty the world has to offer. I met people from all over the world who shared their lives with me and listened to my tales. Even now, the difficult times seem hazy and dull. But I can still feel the current carrying my body over the reef as a calmness filled my body and my eyes spied sights I had never seen before. I recall laughing at word games and travel story swaps around the dinner table. The sun, the sand, the water - I feel it all. That is what I take with me and remember most of my time on the boat.