Kristen W

Kristen here! I'm currently hiking the Appalachian Trail in 2026 with hopes of summitting Mt. Katahdin on my 50th birthday! Love meeting and talking with people on their journey to hear their stories. Into all styles of music, but a late 80-90's child at heart. Always looking for an adventure in God's big playground. Come join me!

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Running Down a Dream – West Virginia

Running Down a Dream – West Virginia

Running Into West Virginia Of the 14 states, West Virginia has the shortest stretch of the Appalachian Trail, with only 4 miles along its

Aug 16, 2026 : Kristen W
Virginia – What You Give

Virginia – What You Give

I love Virginia. There, I said it.  So many people sing the blues while in Virginia, but not this girl! I enjoyed every minute of it.  Even

May 13, 2026 : Kristen W
Tennessee – Home Sweet Home

Tennessee – Home Sweet Home

The great state of Tennessee has always felt like a 2nd home to me.  With my parents owning a cabin in Sevier County, our family often spent

May 12, 2026 : Kristen W
North Carolina – Hurts So Good

North Carolina – Hurts So Good

Where do I start?  How about the first hill? My close hiking friend, Smoky Mountain Angel, warned this would happen. I thought to myself, but

Apr 9, 2026 : Kristen W
My Love Song to Georgia

My Love Song to Georgia

It’s been about a week since I crossed the border from Georgia to North Carolina.  I’ve talked with my fellow hikers and have had a little more

Mar 16, 2026 : Kristen W
Falling In Love With the A.T.

Falling In Love With the A.T.

This Year I'm Turning 50. Crazy.  Those born in 1976 are known as "Bicentennial Babies". For you history nerds, this year marks the 250th

Feb 20, 2026 : Kristen W
How In The World Will You Eat?

How In The World Will You Eat?

I’m ready to share with you a “truth” about me.   This may scare some of you away, or maybe it will draw others a little closer. Either way,

Jan 25, 2026 : Kristen W
I’m Scared of Everything!

I’m Scared of Everything!

Hiking the Appalachian Trail is a huge undertaking. One that requires training.  Not just physically, but even more so, mentally. So,

Jan 8, 2026 : Kristen W
You’re Doing What?!

You’re Doing What?!

Most people don't know how to respond when you tell them you are going to spend 6 months hiking the Appalachian Trail.  This, however, is

Dec 30, 2025 : Kristen W
Hiking On A Prayer?!

Hiking On A Prayer?!

All over my socials, you'll see my name hooked to the tag "Hiking on a Prayer."  So what's up with that?, one might ask. Here's The

Dec 29, 2025 : Kristen W