Going with the flow

I entered Ohio two days ago with no plans of anything. A friend at home suggested I visit Serpent Mound in Peebles. I arrived late in the evening and the caretaker told me I had to leave as he was locking the gate. I went back to get my van and sitting next to it was Adam. We chatted for a second and I told him I was off to find a place to sleep. He kindly offered me a spot on his land where he owns a small organic farm. Trusting my gut, and feeling he was of no threat, I followed him. We stayed up for an hour sharing our stories. He needed to be up and gone by 4:45 am to make it to the Saturday market with the goods of his Mennonite neighbors so we said an early good night.

Parked at Adams

 He left the doors open to his house so I could take a shower and make coffee etc. He didn't know it at the time, and neither did I, but he gave me the best gift so far; a day of solitude with three dogs. I ended up staying at his place alone till about 3pm. I made breakfast (with my food), made coffee, had a shower, did my dishes and then went for a walk in the woods with his dogs.

Adams house

Little house as I walk away

I have been asked many times what I want for myself when this adventure is done and my best answer is a house in the country where I have a garden, dogs and a studio to work out of. Hanging at his place on a gorgeous sunny day gave me a little taste of what it would be like. I felt at home.

Serpent Mound

Adam in the white (middle)

In the evening I was invited to camp out near the mound and watch the drum circle. It was Equinox so it's a big deal to many people of a spiritual nature. This kind of thing is completely out of my normal realm but part of this journey is to introduce myself to new things without judgement. I had a great time talking to people and met some great individuals who took a genuine interest in what I am doing. I showed my house off to the curious. I felt welcome and I'm glad I stayed.