I'm Becca, a former high school English teacher and cross country/track coach. I enjoy a lot of things, but my absolute favorites include running, reading, writing, and hiking. Don't even get me started on the definite existence of Sasquatch, the endless beauty of Upper Peninsula of Michigan, or how to judge donuts.
Posts
Now What? Start with Three Simple Steps
Moving Forward after a Dream Deferred Nearly two months ago (though it feels like much longer) I shared a bit of the painful story of why I wasn’t
My Very Long Journey (But Not the One You Think)
It’s March, and many are taking the first steps of a Very Long Journey on the Appalachian Trail. As my planned start date approaches, I have decided
When Uncontrollables Strike: Facing What We’d Like to Ignore
I’ve been fairly quiet lately. I spent some time away from social media, stopped posting on this blog, and kept my circle of communication pretty
Thru-Hike Training: Tackling the Mental Game
Over the weekend I had the beautiful opportunity to spend an evening with 150 friends and family members as we celebrated Alex and me recently
Slow Down or You’ll Miss the Forest Giraffes
The following reflection contemplates hiking holistically--seeking not only physical strength and mental preparedness, but also peace and
Stories of the Appalachian Trail: A Recommended Book List
Thru-hikers and section hikers always have a story about what brought them to the trail. The Appalachian Trail in particular is swarming with
Fuel the Love: How Nutrition Can Shape Life on the Trail
Despite knowing better, I occasionally make the mistake of completing a strenuous activity and only refueling with junk food. It’s the same story
Spooky Season on the AT: My Top 10 Thru-Hiking Fears
It’s spooky szn! What better time to think about which Appalachian Trail haunts scare me the most? Because I’ll admit, I can be a bit of a wuss
Now Is the Time to Find Your “Because It’s There”
"Why are you hiking the AT?" Am I prepared to answer this question a million times? I may not have a choice in the matter, but I’m definitely not