Sunshine Gumbs, from Shinnecock Reservation (Long Island NY) to the Pacific Ocean Floor

    This trip has been another life changing experience that I can add to my journey of growth in life. I have gained knowledge of these Pacific waters and have such respect for the lessons gained from spending time in it. Scuba diving was awesome to do again and be refreshed in all the necessary lessons that come with it. I feel stronger physically and mentally and I challenged myself to push through this, so I am grateful for all that was gained from this that has added to my well being.

    The most amazing part to me was seeing all the beautiful life under water. Actually seeing abalone  and the beautiful shells and rocks of the west coast was just breathtaking and such good medicine. The landscape was absolutely beautiful and it was nice not having service, being disconnected from technology and just absorbing the good medicines of mother nature and the good vibes and energy of connecting and meeting new people.

   This experience was truly amazing and life changing. I have never been to the west coast so I didn’t know what to expect, but from the moment I arrived it has been nothing but good energy and knowledge gained. I hope to encourage more people, especially our young people to go out into the world and experience all things that add to your life in a good way. Don’t hold back from those things that may seem uncomfortable or foreign, but step into every experience with a positive mind and spirit. We are strengthened through the experiences we go through in life, and if you can add to someone else’s life by leaving an impact on them in a positive way, then we are sharing the medicine we carry and we can all learn to heal this world and heal each other!

Sunshine Gumbs