I’m Starlight, and my life is full of success… depending on your definition. I’m halfway through my twenties, no kids or marriage (yet), and a college dropout. I thru-hiked the Appalachian Trail in 2024 & will be hiking the Pacific Crest Trail in 2026. My definition of success is joy, and I’ve found it. If that resonates with you, follow along with me on my adventures & subscribe to my blog for updates!
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Ch. 106 – Tunnel Falls & Tiny Creatures
Boostie and I caught up to Frodo this morning just before reaching the blue blaze to town. Our plan for today was to take the blue blaze to see the
Ch. 105 – Leaving Mt. Hood & Lunar Eclipse
“Want some coffee since I’m walking back to the lodge?” “Yes, please!” Boostie replied from inside his tent. We’d set up camp about one-tenth of a
Ch. 104 – Homesick & Here’s Johnny!
I woke up this morning well-rested and ready to seize the day, albeit a little sweaty. The rooms at Timberline Lodge have feather beds, which are the
Ch. 103 – Timberline & Taking a Dip
Reader discretion advised: I quote a curse word in paragraph no. 3, shield thine eyes if you so wish! I got in up to my thighs, then my stomach. It
Ch. 102 – Fifty Kilometers & Fires All Around
Reader discretion advised - I quote a curse word, so shield thine eyes if you prefer! I’m sure you can tell from the title… but yeah. 50k.
Ch. 101 – Hot Girl Summer & Hazy Horizons
“So mad at myself for staying at the lake last night,” a man I’d never seen before said to me at the creek. Boostie and I had made coffee in camp
Ch. 100 – Mountain Goats & Milestones
“There’s a real treat for you guys up there,” a woman going southbound told me first thing this morning. “Yeah? What is it?” I asked, assuming some
Ch. 99 – Reality & Reminiscing
I did the math today. If we average 20 mile days, we’ll get to the current end point (Snoqualmie Pass) in 19 days. If we average 15 mile days, we’ll
Ch. 98 – Big Lake & Bad News
Right out the gate, we were on a mission this morning. Boostie and I woke up at 6am and were hiking by 6:45. In about 4.5 miles, we’d reach the Big
Ch. 97 – Sisters & Sweet People
“Ughhh I’m exhausted,” I heard Boostie say after both our alarms went off. “We can sleep in a bit more if you want,” I replied, hoping for a yes. I









