During our hike at a popular conservation park on Saturday afternoon, Rich and I happened upon this sign.
We have probably visited 100’s of parks over the last 7 years since our #summerofrich adventures began, but Saturday was the first time that we have ever come across or seen a sign such as this one before.
It was big and intentional, situated near the cliff.
We soon noticed several other ones spread out along the trail.
This particular park is surrounded by very large cliffs overlooking the Niagara Escarpment. The views are as spectacular as they are dangerous.
As soon as I noticed the sign, I needed to take a moment to myself. I knew why it was there. I felt anxious and sad but hopeful too.
Deep in thought, I prayed for anyone who has ever visited the park whose intentions were not to breathe in the awe and wonderment of the spectacular views along the Niagara Escarpment, but were instead there, feeling vulnerable, scared and alone, yearning to take their last breath.
I prayed that they, too, noticed the sign.
I prayed that these big and intentional signs, situated cliffside, along the Niagara Escarpment, will bring hope and purpose to many visitors for years to come.
Thank you, @conservationhalton and @988canada, for bringing awareness and for the gentle reminder that help is always available and that “whatever you are facing, you don’t have to go through it alone.”
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