Monthly Archives: June 2016
The Challenging Day That Followed
I left you with a cliffhanger last time, so I may need to explain what happened the next day. After climbing Forester Pass, I hiked past the first campground and challenged myself to make it to the one after (an … Continue reading
My Most Challenging Day Thus Far
I haven’t yet shared with you all that happened in the desert, and here I am, in the snowy part of the Sierras already. Time is going by so fast. I will catch you up on all that’s happened earlier … Continue reading
Took A Tumble
So my joyride has come to an end in Bishop. I went biking too fast and too riskily one too many times (maybe newfound bravery after climbing Forrester?) and I took a tumble last night. I flew over the handlebars … Continue reading
Yesterday’s Injuries
Yesterday’s bike injuries. Bruises, road rash, and a very sore tailbone. No pack is going on my back for at least a few days.
Forester Pass By Myself
This is why I’m in town relaxing and having fun. I just crossed Forrester Pass at night by myself with no crampons or ice axe. I deserve wine and cheese and foot massages, I think.
Have You Ever Seen A Happier Sight?
PCT hiker in a floral dress flying down the street on a borrowed bike. Have you ever seen a happier sight?
The PCT Has Won My Heart
Pure unadulterated joy and absolutely spectacular beauty. The PCT has won my heart forever.
Small Town Wanderers
I want to explain how lost a PCT hiker feels without the trail. There was a fire a little ahead of us, and the trail was closed from Lake Isabella to Kennedy Meadows. This was supposed to be our last … Continue reading
The Trees and Stars Around Us
Let me tell you about magic and miracles and blessings and strange coincidences that aren’t coincidences at all but rather fate or the universe or God. I can explain it by telling you about my day. Today, we woke up … Continue reading