50 Days, 500 Miles, and 5 States When I Turn 50

I’m sure most people reading this did not grow up with digital cameras; You’re all stinkin’ old like me! Have you ever had your k...

When Mel and I arrived at Artist Point, my stomach was in knots.  I’m not really used to doing things on my own—I was married at 18, s...

This is not a blog about hiking, so it doesn’t really count. (I know I promised to write about my over night hike…like anyone cares…but I...

So, I’ve decided to write a little about Phyllis and our one hike together.  Phyllis is one of those people who continually shocks me wit...

I know I keep talking about this “one night” backpacking trip like it’s such a big deal, but let me try to explain why.  It’s easy for me...

I usually like to look up some information about a hike on the web before I do it, but luckily I just said "sure" when Mel called...

My husband scoffed a little when I told him of my inspired 50 themed hiking dream...but not without reason.  When we went to Disney world...