People write bucket lists for items they want to accomplish before they die. But I want a living list. A list of items that I want to experience while I am alive, without the end being death.So what is on my living list? There is a road that goes from Newport, OR to Maine, in... Continue Reading →
Little Steps: Day 23 – Pause. Reflect. Move Forward.
Day 23: 3.14 miles / Total miles: 21.28mi / Days left: 156 / Time:2:01:15 / Pace: 38'35 Yesterday was my first hike since last Thursday (Day 18). I ended last week on such a euphoric high. And then this weekend happened. And I desperately needed to go for a hike. I couldn't go Monday. I... Continue Reading →
Little Steps: Day 18 – A Magically Indescribable Jurassic Park (of sorts)
Day 18: 3.54 miles / Total miles: 18.14mi / Days left: 161 / Time: ? / Pace: 29'07" The moment I stepped on the trail today, I realized I have watched way too many Jurassic Park movies. Part of me was worried that a velociraptor would pop out from behind a moss covered tree. And... Continue Reading →
Little Steps: Day 13 – Life can Change in an Instant
Day 13: 3.81 miles / Total miles: 10.71mi / Days left: 166 / Time: 1:49:17 minI am not sure how I want to start this post. I am not sure where I want this post to go.When I write, I let the words flow. And I go wherever they take me. The words lead me.But... Continue Reading →
Little Steps: Day 9 – Escaping to Nature. And Leaving a Little of me Behind…
Day 9: 1.36 miles / Total miles: 5.54 / Days left: 170 / Time: 30:40 mins I did absolutely the bare minimum on Monday. I couldnt move. And even if I could, I didnt want to. This weekend completely drained me. Mentally and physically. Which is not a bad thing. But I am learning to... Continue Reading →