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Turning at the Crossroad

     My life journey has come across a crossroad; probably the largest crossroad I have come across yet.  A month ago, while checking an email at work, I have learned that a season Ranger position at Bluff Lake Reserve was needed.  Since my Naturalist position ends in June, I decided to apply for the Ranger position.  At the time I applied, I did not realize this Ranger position would put me down a different path than originally thought.  I interviewed for the position, and last week I have learned that I was selected.  I can not begin to explain the amount of joy that came to me from hearing this great news.  As Ranger, I will live in a trailer at Bluff Lake Reserve (near Big Bear Lake) in the San Bernardino Mountains for the summer months.  On my days off, I will return home.  I will have very limited cell reception, no internet access, and may possibly be alone days at a time.  For someone who has lived in an suburban environment their entire life, this Ranger position will push me