Sometimes a moment lingers and the memory it produces is like a snapshot.

On an unassuming street a block from the East River in Williamsburg, Brooklyn stands a cavernous space. The inhabitants never had, or have conquered, a fear of flying. But do not expect talk of airplanes.

The dancers who come here to rehearse swing on trapezes high overhead, jump while atop enormous hamster wheels, and dive off scaffolding three tiers high yelling. “FLY!” The thick padding beneath them does nothing to ease the trepidation of this spectator. Extraordinary strength, prowess, camaraderie, fearlessness and bliss is on display.

What I am witness to, literally takes my breath away.

The Streb Lab For Action Mechanics (SLAM) was founded by Elizabeth Streb and is open to the public.

Thank you for taking the time to read my post! Welcome to the tales of a woman solo traveler and thoughts to make today the start of something new. I hope you find information and inspiration in the text and images and join me in my quest for growth, wonderment and self-improvement.