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Mr. Most looks off into the mountains from Wai-u Pass, “Tell me Wild Turkey, what age of people do you see on this trail.” “I guess, young twenties and retirees.” “What age do you not see here.” “Thirties to sixties.” “Exactly. They aren’t here because they are slaves. Few will ever stop working to experience nature, the plants, the trees.” He turns. “Life is meant to be experienced.” From atop the mountain Mr. Most points below, “See the mighty trees in the valley. They are strong, they are healthy, and what did they need to get there?” Turning his palm up he answers his own question, “Sunlight. Water” “They are free of distraction. Maybe as people we can learn from the trees. To permit ourselves to eliminate distraction and grow. Mr. Turkey I have lived through a lot of change in this world and, the world, it will continue to change. You couldn’t be in a better spot.” I look from the valley back over to him, “Mr. Most why are you hiking this trail?” “Why!? To look at Sheep!”

- A conversation with Mr. Most on the Te Araroa 2024