Hike #31 Forget the Views, I Found My Quartz
Rain hid the vistas on today’s hike, but the quartz reminded me what really matters. Strong, steady, and shining through the storm, just like my husband, Carl. My rock in life’s adventures, big and small.
Hike #30 The Weather Queen Said Rain… We Said Game On
We asked the Weather Queen (aka my pickleball pal Chris) if our hike would stay dry. Her royal decree? Rain from the trailhead until 3 pm. She was 100% right. Twelve soggy miles later, we were soaked, muddy, laughing,…
Hike #29 Suspended Between Struggle and Gratitude
A suspension bridge, a mountain summit, and a sweet message from an old friend, this toughest day on the Appalachian Trail revealed that sometimes gratitude is the bridge that carries us through.
Hike #28 The Cairn Field | A Path Marked by Intention
Cairns don’t just guide the path, they honor the pause. On this cold morning, struggling for each breath, I thought of my son’s resilience and my father’s loss. I realized that intention isn’t just about how we live, it’s…
Hike #27 From Bike Tires to Hiking Boots: A Full-Circle Journey to Harpers Ferry
We hiked 40+ miles across Maryland on the Appalachian Trail, ending in Harpers Ferry. But this was more than a hike. It was a journey of connection, legacy, and a full-circle moment Katie and I will never forget.