The Path to Sturdevant

By Micah A Forstein

Mark Gordon is always racing the clock. Every morning, he times himself on the rugged trail to Sturtevant Falls, treating nature like one more item on his to-do list. But when Mark's spirited 67-year-old mother, Robin, comes to visit, his "power hike" turns into something wonderfully unexpected. Robin moves slowly, with wonder in her eyes, pausing to greet each plant and creature as if they were old friends. At first, Mark struggles to slow down. Gradually, step by step, Mom teaches him to see the magic in the journey: the minty scent of bay laurels, the secret healing powers of wild herbs, the whisper of the creek along the stones. Together, they overcome a rattlesnake encounter, share laughter and stories from Mark's childhood, and finally arrive at the waterfall - not a second too late to cherish what truly matters. The Path to Sturdevant is a heartwarming adventure about slowing down, listening to nature, and treasuring time with loved ones. Will Mark discover that some things in life can't be measured by minutes and seconds? This uplifting tale will leave readers of all ages smiling and reminded to "smell the poppies" on their own path.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0F5X8FHN6
• ISBN13: 9798280945920
• Release Date: April 2025
• Publisher: Independently published
• Length: 25 Pages
• Dimensions: 6.0" x 0.1" x 8.3"