6.19.16 (Sun) JMT Cold this morning. Slept pretty good, up with the morning sun. Weather clear. Breakfast today and for the next several days consists of Muesli, premixed with protein powder, and a cup of instant black coffee. We mix each with water before consuming. I also add some raisins and nuts to the cereal … Continue reading John Muir Trail – Devil’s Postpile to Shadow Lake
I lay on my back with my head resting on the tailgate of Ruby, our 2000 Mazda truck and I'm mesmerized by the darkening sky. I count the stars as they pop out one by one until there are too many and I am too sleepy. I sleep fitfully in the back of our truck … Continue reading Star Counting in Palo Duro
I go to the river's edge to meditate....ahhh, anticipation. I sit. I take a few cleansing breaths. I listen. I hear some idiot playing his base. How dare he disturb the tranquility of this place, of my space. Can't ever get away from inconsiderate fools. My annoyance is palpable. I automatically turn to face the … Continue reading Smoky Mountain River Music
With each step, our next step is revealed. We have no idea where this path will lead us, or what we'll see when we reach the top. We know we're climbing. We feel the heaviness in our legs and the need to breathe deeper and faster. We feel the acceleration of our hearts. Shrouded in … Continue reading Heading into the Fog
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