Category: PCT 2019

My father taught me many things. He used different methods for his lessons. Sometimes it was hands on learning. Other times through conversation and forced reflection. Often, captured in the car, discussing my decision process. He had a way of giving you enough rope to hang yourself…to learn the consequences of your actions and decisions. […]

Years ago, in what now seems like a previous life, I used to facilitate team building and leadership development. Programs were delivered to both youth and adult groups. The goal was to observe the group dynamic and lead them to personal and professional growth. Learning opportunites were presented through games and challenges. Give the group […]

You ever feel like you’ve got the perfect plan? Only to find, said plan is a total fail. It happens. Don’t let it get you down. Move on to Plan B. Sometimes the backup arrangement is far superior to the original idea. A big shout out to Mrs. Growler and Boca Grande. Their generosity and […]

It occurred to me the other day, that like some airlines, there has been no podium announcement regarding the status of the airplane. What’s up? Delayed? Cancelled? Good news! I feel great. The hip is free and loose, getting stronger by the day. It gets tired…but doesn’t hurt. Most important…it has stopped affecting my sleep. […]

You’ve planned, saved, and managed your PTO for the trip of your life. Finally, at the gate, you see the bright, shiny aircraft set to fly you away to your dreams. As you await boarding, the dreaded announcement from the podium, there’s a mechanical problem. Uncertainty sets in…small delay, long delay, or cancellation? From my […]

For many seasons, one of my favorite television shows was Survivor. It was fun to watch the competition, second guess their strategies, and laugh at the silly game politics. Once the tribes merged, they began having Reward Challenges. The winner, and a select few, are removed from the harsh conditions and rewarded with food, comfort, […]

About a week ago, after I crossed a paved road, there it was. That little cardboard sign, with the words ” trail magic”. Sure enough, just around the corner, I found it. And this wasn’t just your regular magic, this one had beer! And good beer! I was greeted with a smile and enthusiasm by […]

Over five hundred miles and more than thirty days. In my book, that officially makes this a long distance hike. But, there’s still over two thousand miles and months to go. Fatigue is creeping it’s way in. I can see it in my fellow hikers…as I’m sure they see it in me. Not only is […]

Tonight a group of strangers asked me to take their picture. As I usually do, I took numerous photos…some before “cheese”, some after. Sometimes zooming. Just hoping that one of the six or eight shots might be the “picture”. Well…this group, they were the photogenic ones. Good from every angle, in varying light conditions…with their […]

Ever have one of those days where it seems that nothing goes right? Every little thing bothers you. From your clothes not feeling right, aches and pains, sights and sounds…to the point other people even irritate you for no real reason. If left unchecked, these feelings will rapidly compound. Leaving you tired, cranky, and not […]