I don't even know how to start this article. The memories, adventures, and lessons I learned in my short 3 months in Montana were unexplainable. I never in a million years would have thought Montana would become a paradise for me. When you think of paradise, you think of Hawaii or The Bahamas. You have to truly experience Montana's beauty to realize that's it is a paradise like no other. I worked at a small Cafe in Glacier National Park, I lived in the employee housing and met some of the most amazing people. People from all over the world. I took for granted the view of the mountains outside my room, how I was basically crawling distance from one of the most amazing lakes in the park. Coming from the big cities of Michigan, Montana was definitely different. I did things I never thought I'd ever do. If you would have asked me to go on a 13-mile hike in Michigan I'd laugh and decline so fast. But in Montana, every inch of those 13 miles was absolutely breathtaking. I stood walking on the sides of the Rocky Mountains, looking over the world. I was in awe from the views. The waterfalls located in the middle of nowhere that leave you speechless because nature itself created such a beautiful sight. Man has very little impact on what you see created in the park. And that alone is what makes it so beautiful. Aside from the beauty of the park, I was blessed to have the opportunity to work with people from other countries and cultures. There were Jamaicans, that made the best Caribbean jerk chicken I have and will ever taste. Not only did I have awesome jerk chicken, but I got to become close friends with some boys from Turkey, and learn how people who know very little about America adapt to a totally new lifestyle. Suddenly, my whole perspective on life changed. I wasn't a close minded big city girl from Michigan anymore, my eyes were open to so much more. Please, I beg you, if you ever have the chance to visit a National Park, do so without hesitation. These parks are some of the most incredible places to experience. If you ever have to chance to specifically visit Glacier National Park, take advantage of everything. Go on the avalanche trail and see avalanche gorge. Take the time to go on the Highline trail, it may seem long, but it will take your breath away. I can't forget iceberg lake, my favorite hike in the park. Lastly, while you're on your way to see the most breathtaking lake in the park, Lake McDonald, stop into Eddie's Cafe & Gifts, where they will welcome you as if Glacier was your home. Thank you Montana, thank you for everything.