Life can be messy, and even the AT is under construction.
This week was full of milestones, beautiful views, and intense physical strain. And I loved every minute of it. I am having a hard time imagining a life where I am not physically working for ten hours a day. The thought of sitting at any kind of job feels like torture. For the first time in my life I feel truly alive. I'm using my body to take me to amazing places, and it feels so good.
We've hiked over 1,500 miles!
Roxy continues to shock and awe me with her physical fitness. Her endurance and strength have grown exponentially. After hiking 20+ miles, we get to camp and she is ready to play. Her behavior out on the trail is perfect, and our bond is unbelievable. Again this is another thing about ending the trail that makes me sad: I'm going to have to spend time apart from Roxy :( For the past three months we have literally spent every moment together. The thought of living in a world where I have to spend time away from her makes me very wary. I've grown to think of her as an extension of myself. We are inseparable and everything I do revolves around her needs.
My better half :)
I have just over a month left of the Appalachian Trail, and I'm determined to make the most of every moment. When I got to town today and turned on my phone, I was blown away by how many encouraging messages and comments I had from family, friends, and even past acquaintances from the trail. I am so thankful for everyone who continues to follow and support my journey. It still humbles me to receive packages and letters from each and every one of you. The trail has been truly magical and has shown me how much good is left in the world. As I finish this journey I hope to find a new and remarkable path to follow. No matter where I end up next, I'm lucky to have such an amazing following of supporters :)
The Appalachian is just one stop, life definitely has more fantastic places to take me.
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