So happy to be here! The days before the border were thick with smoke from all the NoCal forest fires. Despite being hard on the lungs and eyes though, it made for surreal views and eerie, vibrant sunsets. We joked that as soon as we reached the Oregon border, the sky would clear and the angels would lift their voices in song. Pretty much what happened. Ashland has been a wonderful place to spend a couple of days while Mr. Bat writes applications. I went to a "power" yoga class tonight. Felt so good, I walked home (did I just call a motel "home?") floating a few inches off the ground. Also fantastic is the feeling of walking blocks and blocks with heavy grocery bags. It's grounding, so practical, and you are forced to walk slow, watch and think, shift the weight from hand to hand, carrying it in your arms instead of on your back. I'm a little jealous of all the women in their light dresses, living summertime. But I do love these clothes I've worn for the past three months. They're perfect for now.
love to everyone,
Michelle
3 comments:
Hi Michelle and Gerry,
what a wonderful story, You, your hike, and your posts! And what great pictures! I can smell these flowers in Santa Cruz! - I am so much inspired by you and your adventure!
Stay strong (and funny)!
Michael
(I took you from Tuolumne down to Ahwanee)
hey gerry, hey michele, it was great meeting you guys at crater lake. sounds like a great adventure! we'll keep up on your blogs. our website is :my space/garyandcindy . take care.gary and cindy morello
Hi Michelle and Gerry,
I've had much fun reading your updates, admiring your great photos - and getting a glimpse into life on the PCT. Lately I've been wondering about why we seek out adventures. Why do we do these things? Both vast ones, like the PCT, and those more moderate, like a 40 mile whitewater kayak/cycling combo on the Deerfield River I undertook yesterday. Reading your reflections reminds me of the value of being in a world away from the man made World, with its entrappings and fabricated pressures...and makes me want to plan a multi week backpacking trip in the western mountains next summer! Looking forward to catching up in person, hopefully this fall!
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