Monthly Archives: July 2016

Marmots, Laughter, Crystal Lakes, and Tears

Posted on July 23, 2016 by elinatravels

The next day, my second day on the trail since I felt well enough to hike again, I overdid it. There were 20 miles until Tuolomne Meadows campground, and I should have split these in half, but I did all … Continue reading →

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Another Good Day Awaited Me

Posted on July 22, 2016 by elinatravels

On day one of being back on the trail after two and a half weeks off, I was so excited to be back, and so was my former town-exploring partner, now turned hiking partner, Necktie. Here’s a photo for proof, … Continue reading →

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What’s Important To Me

Posted on July 17, 2016 by elinatravels

Nights in my tent with a headlamp and book are my favorite. And if my battery is charged enough, I may allow myself some quiet music as I reflect on the day’s events, what I’ve learned, who I’m becoming, and … Continue reading →

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For Inner Strength, Pursue Solitude

Posted on July 10, 2016 by elinatravels

There is something I need to explain about solitude. It is beautiful. It is absolutely beautiful to be alone and have no one to depend on but yourself. Granted, it isn’t healthy to always be alone and have no one … Continue reading →

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Moments Like This

Posted on July 9, 2016 by elinatravels

Mere minutes away from more moments like this.

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I’m Only Human and I Need to Remember This

Posted on July 9, 2016 by elinatravels

“Life should not be a journey to the grave with the intention of arriving safely in a pretty and well preserved body, but rather to skid in broadside in a cloud of smoke, thoroughly used up, totally worn out, and … Continue reading →

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My Beautiful Trail Awaits

Posted on July 9, 2016 by elinatravels

Soon, my love. I couldn’t get to the trail today, but tomorrow, I most definitely will. My beautiful trail awaits me.

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Monthly Archives: July 2016

Marmots, Laughter, Crystal Lakes, and Tears

Another Good Day Awaited Me

What’s Important To Me

For Inner Strength, Pursue Solitude

Moments Like This

I’m Only Human and I Need to Remember This

My Beautiful Trail Awaits

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