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Life Happens
This is a quick post to let those who follow my post know that Andi’s and my training has halted for now. My brother, who lives in Florida, has recently had a below the knee amputation. Andi and I have been in Florida since 6 January helping him and my sister-in-law.
I couldn’t even attempt to imagine what he is going through, physically and emotionally.
I think of the crux of Zach’s book, the physiological aspect of hiking, and I think…if my brother (and those who have experienced the same) can persevere, overcome, succeed and even exceed, then I have no excuse but to do the same with this journey we are about to embark on. In times of rain, cold, soreness, etc. I will think of my brother and his journey!
I now have another reason for Andi and me to hike the AT:
Bob, I’m doing this for you! I love you! Continue to get strong!
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Best of luck to you in your future preparations & best of luck to your brother while he recovers!
My mother in law had her leg amputated before Thanksgiving & it really solidified the fact that while I’m choosing to walk 2180 miles, others are just hoping to take one more step.
Thank you Kimmy for your comment!
Victoria, good luck to you on your thru hike attempt. I hope Bob can live vicariously thru your journey. I’m starting NOBO from Damascus on March 23 and flip-flopping to a SOBO finish at Springer. I hope your pause from training will not negatively affect your hike. Nonetheless, how do you train to walk with a pack? So just take your time and let the trail legs catch up . Have a great hike.
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