Frost and FireDescription: As I emerged from the forest edge and stepped into the open prairie, the howling arctic wind bent the stalks of last season's grasses. It was early evening and the sun slowly inched toward the horizon gilding the peaks of the drifts in golden light as the blue and purple shadows retreated into frozen recesses. I couldn't help but to feel a pure peace that silenced the inner chaos and uncertainty. I was one with that place and moment; all