Mile 2074.5 Monson, Maine to mile 2,189.5 Mount Katahdin, Maine…and beyond

Below the summit of a sacred mountain sits a small base camp where thousands of hikers have laid their bodies, minds and souls down for a final nights rest along the Appalachian trail. It was here that I awoke, so anxious yet, so calm. Gentle snores and wind rustled leaves were the soundtrack to my … More Mile 2074.5 Monson, Maine to mile 2,189.5 Mount Katahdin, Maine…and beyond

Mile 1700.8 Rutland, Vermont to mile 2074.5, Monson, Maine

Somewhere between Vermont and New Hampshire the rolling soft trail, wild raspberry covered hills and dreamlike moon filled nights turned into steep unforgiving rock, grueling climbs, intimidating descents and storm filled days. With a loving, yet brash slap in the face, New Hampshire had welcomed me across it’s border and into it’s beloved White Mountains. … More Mile 1700.8 Rutland, Vermont to mile 2074.5, Monson, Maine

Mile 273.5 Hot Springs, NC to mile 469 Damascus, VA

I am laying in a cozy bed in a quiet craftsman style home. The smell of old hardback books and fresh linens waft through a creaky hallway. There are candy dishes and bibles about. Pictures of unknown children and grandchildren are on every desk and table…I am in Damascus, Virginia and I feel completely at … More Mile 273.5 Hot Springs, NC to mile 469 Damascus, VA