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On June 28, the long-anticipated moment arrived: the traveler reached Alaska. Standing in awe of the majestic Alaska Range, the exhaustion melted away as they took in the breathtaking views. Yet triumph was bittersweet; a fall in health meant a stay in the hospital followed by time for recovery. The questions arose — did this physical journey resolve inner turmoil? The answer was no. The problems remained, lying patiently in the backdrop of life.