🏁 Death-defying dance with destiny

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🏁 My Death-Defying Dance with Destiny

The very essence of life is to dance on the edge, to flirt with danger, to embrace the unknown.

A few years ago I found myself on the brink of the most exhilarating adventure of my life.

The night before my death-defying journey, my girlfriend (future ex-wife) pleaded with me, her voice trembling with fear, to reconsider.

Imagine a road stretching 43 miles, every inch a testament to those who dared and lost.

🪦 Tombstones and crosses ✝️, silent witnesses to the road's deadly allure, lined my path.

On one side, majestic cliffs stood tall, with waterfalls cascading down, turning the dirt track into a treacherous, slippery snake. On the other side, a heart-stopping abyss plummeted 3,000 feet, where the skeletal remains of burned out cars lay entwined with the trees, a grim reminder of the road's unforgiving nature.

The path was narrow, barely 10 feet across and room for just one vehicle, with wicked hairpin bends waiting to test one's mettle.

And the real kicker? This treacherous trail was open to traffic from both directions.

The dance of death ensued when two vehicles met, with one having to reverse to a tiny ledge, hanging precariously over the void. It happened three times to me.

Just days before my venture, a tragic tale unfolded: four cyclists lost control on a blind bend, sending them spiraling into the abyss below, their journey ending in a heart-wrenching splatter.

Welcome to the North Yungas Road, or as the world knows it, "The Death Road" in the Andes northeast of La Paz, Bolivia.

Constructed by Paraguayan prisoners in the 1930s, this road was the lifeline connecting the Amazonian heart of Bolivia to its capital for seven decades. Its treacherous turns often hidden by thick fog claimed nearly 200 souls monthly.

By 2004, a safer alternative was carved out, diverting much of the local traffic. But for thrill-seekers, the original road's siren call was irresistible.

From dizzying heights of 15,260 feet to the sultry lows of 3,900 feet, the road promised an adrenaline rush like no other.

My guide, a seasoned veteran of this perilous path, shared tales of tourists’ excitement turning to sheer terror within minutes, begging to turn back. But not me. I was determined, albeit with a pounding heart and sweaty palms.

Three hours and 43 miles later, I emerged, alive and invigorated. In the words of the indomitable Helen Keller, "Life is either a daring adventure or nothing at all."

So, as you carve your path in the e-commerce world, remember: to truly live is to dare, to risk, to leap into the unknown. You never know what rewards await.

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🧳 TO TRAVEL IS TO LIVE 
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My “why” has led me to visit 94 countries and all 7 continents. I create my life and work around my why. Not my why around my business.

Where heaven touches earth

Bolivia, a landlocked nation in South America, offers a rich tapestry of experiences for the intrepid traveler.

Locals have a deep-rooted tradition of chewing coca leaves, which aids in acclimatizing to the high altitudes and provides a burst of energy.

The country's history is a blend of indigenous cultures and Spanish colonial influence. The Aymara people, with their vibrant woolen attire, are a significant part of Bolivia's demographic tapestry. Their traditions and rituals, such as offerings to the goddess Pachamama, are still practiced today.

Bolivia's cities, like La Paz, the world's highest capital at 13,000 feet, are surrounded by breathtaking landscapes, from the mysterious ruins of Tiwanaku (precursor civilization to the Incas) to the perilous North Yungas Road, infamously known as "The Death Road."

Lake Titicaca is the largest lake in South America (larger than the entire island of Puerto Rico). It is also the highest lake in the world, sitting at 12,500 feet (3,810 meters) above sea level, and one of the deepest, with depths reaching 1,200 feet in some places.

In La Paz's Mercado de las Brujas, or Witches' Market. Here you can pick up llama fetuses, dried frogs, soapstone figurines and aphrodisiac formulas and amulets, as well as other ingredients you may require for Aymara rituals.

Bolivia's crown jewel is the Salar de Uyuni, the world's largest salt flat. This vast expanse of white offers surreal vistas, especially during sunset when the sky's reflection creates a dreamlike panorama.

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