Several months ago, I started following the Walk for Peace. It was a group of about 20 Buddhist monks from Texas. They had received guidance, wisdom, or whatever you might call it, that they should be leaving the Monastery and walking out into the world to highlight the cause of peace. Not a protest, but … Continue reading If You Sit Still …
Touching Home
When I hike I always touch the sign posts. I have often marked the time when I began and when I officially ended a hike. I will typically take a quick picture of my hiking poles leaning against the posts as I come and go. It is a handy way to have a time stamp … Continue reading Touching Home
Only What You Take With You
I like to backpack. I’ve been doing it since I was young. It has long been a part of my pilgrimage on this planet. There have been some grand adventures and some disappointing days along the way. I’ve been excited, and occasionally injured. I have enjoyed incredible views and days when you could only see … Continue reading Only What You Take With You
Footslogging
Envisioning. Planning. Preparing. Packing. Starting. Hitting the stride. There is something about starting a trek that is energizing and exciting. There is something about heading out on a hike that gets my attention and seems to move me along. For a while. But hiking can be hard. The spiritual journey can be arduous as well. … Continue reading Footslogging
Hitting My Stride
I love planning a trip. I will devote lots of time and energy to thinking about a trip, whether it’s a long trip across the country or a short walk in the woods. I am prone to pore over maps and books and reviews of things. Planning is a big part of the process and … Continue reading Hitting My Stride
Character in the Making 