03/03/2026
This was a moment that forever will live in my soul 🩷 Riwaka Resurgence aka Te Puna o Riuwaka.
We approached the turquoise blue water as it shimmered from the dappling South Island sunshine... the beauty was breathtaking as was the chill in the water... Around 10°
The rain water runs from Tākaka Hill through the mountain rock to emerge here... 💦 A very tapu place for Maori. Traditionally, ancestors came here for cleansing, healing, and spiritual renewal.
As I felt I did too..
Without intention I lead my whanau in, with the fear brewing in my body.. the sharp cold crystal waters testing my inner strength.. as I knew it would..
The glow & colour of the pool called me..as I dove in ... releasing the fear, releasing procrastination and doubt ... And any other force in play trying to hold me back..
I treaded the water while witnessing the thought of hyperventilating... But focused on breath, the moment, the senses and I lay their floating.... Allowing myself to blend into my surroundings...
Then as I resurged to the moment.. I could see my family un******ng and beginning to step onto the rocks ..coming closer.. I got out.. and this moment was one where for a very long time, I held my mum's hand again..
Acting as a reassurance and support to help her to experience everything I just had..
As we embarked on this journey into the healing waters, my beautiful partner, leapt into the cool blue depths... I was elated with his bravado...
To have this moment together, testing all of our mental strength, to cleanse our souls and heal our hearts... Was priceless 🙏
You can watch this here: as I will always treasure this moment together ❤️
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