Mike Mc Ardle

I originally dreamed of being a creative writer, but pain detoured this and recovery molded it into a new calling. A serious car accident broke my hip, leaving me limping for 40 years. In 2015, I had knee surgery. The resulting physical pain was controlled by prescribed narcotics, spawning emotional anguish. To heal, I walked the Ice Age Trail, each step bringing recovery. I photographed the beauty around me, finding peace in nature and the evolving seasons. My original dream might have been deferred, but I am grateful for the perspective that taught me how much each step matters.