I read the book, The Legacy of Luna, for my biography in this class. It is the story of Julia Butterfly Hill, a young woman who for over 700 days of her life sits in a redwood tree in CA. I was wondering if I had the passion to do something for so long. When people ask me what I love, I always answer, skiing. I love skiing. I think that is why I am so interested in climate change. Maybe for selfish reasons, maybe because I want to see for how long I will be able to ski in New England, out West, or Europe. Throughout the book it is evident that Julia did not climb into that tree knowing she would stay there that long, it was supposed to be a week, then a month, then it turned into over 2 years. I would like to think I have what it takes, the dedication that she did, but I’m not sure. Then I have to wonder if I am too attached to everyday life, to give it up. I love my bed, it is amazing, so comfy. I love waking up walking my dog, etc. I have given up everyday life in the past, when I was hiking the long trail, but now at 30 years old, I am hesitant to say that I could ever do it again. Which leads me to think, what kind of leader can/will I be? Do I really have what it takes?
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