Reaching the halfway point has been bittersweet. I am thrilled to be making such great progress, but am not ready for this journey to end. Out here I am completely at peace, and that is a feeling I think will be hard to carry over to the real world.
Pennsylvania shelters are amazing, I could live here forever.
Many people hiking the trail are here to figure out their lives and make sense of the world. They spend their time hiking and having deep thoughts while contemplating the intricate workings of the world. But I am quite content doing the exact opposite. My goal while hiking is to not think at all, and it is working out very well. I've spent enough of my life over thinking, over analyzing, and over stressing about every aspect of my life. Out here my mind is free of worrisome thoughts. I walk in the woods and my only thoughts are of admiration and appreciation for the wonderful beauty of nature. I'm quite content living a simple life with simple thoughts.
Beautiful views inspire beautiful thoughts.
I've discovered so many wonderful places and seen inspiring sights. As I continue along the second half of the trail, I know life will only get better.
Ready for another 1,000 miles of adventure.
Yay, Granger! I was just nearby that area visiting family.
ReplyDeleteWell done on reaching the halfway point!