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My last obstacles were climbing a large rock, and then traversing a 20 ft.I stood at the observation point on the balcony at the Visitor Center overlooking the great Mendenhall Glacier at Juneau, Alaska.

The glacier reflected in the large lake.A constant roar came from a tall and full waterfall to the right of the glacier. My mom and my husband were along with me. I had a snack, enjoying being present in this amazing location -- surrounded by the lake and flanked by a glacier, a grand waterfall and mountains.

I jumped little streams and plotted my course across to my goal. Walking away from the waterfall I encountered a large cloud of mist that emanated from its base. Immediately, I had to scramble along steep wet slate under the cover of brush. With my binoculars I traced the path they must have taken below me. A couple times I had to stop and wait for new hikers so I could find the path again.After an hour of 'hanging around,' I turned back. I decided that the best way to see such a beautiful place was up close, so I decided to try it. I walked out along the sandbar towards the center of the lake and found a large rock to sit on. It was a beautiful clear day.' I find that when I go further, it makes all the difference.Learn more about Theresa Gabriel - Women Summit LLC- Life Discovery Tours, Women*s Retreats.

About The Author Paths began to beckon Theresa when she was 12, visiting the Bridger Wilderness in Wyoming. I met people too.