May 6
I wanted to post an update for those of you who are following my journey.
When I started out last month I knew that one of the challenges of my hike would be leaving both of my parents at a critical time in their lives. My father is 94, and my mother 92. My dad even spoke about the possibility of our not seeing each other again. They were both, however, excited about my hiking the AT, and very proud that I was doing it for a cause.
How was anyone to know that within a month my dad would be passing? At this point, that event could be hours or minutes away. There is no question that he is ready to face death. The issue is letting go of him. He has been my hero and earthly guide for over 60 years.
Thanks for each of you who have cheered and watched my hike thus far. This is the hardest mountain yet. It will be climbed just like all the others, with a victory shout at the summit. Because of Dad's faith and mine, even death is covered in victory.
I wanted to post an update for those of you who are following my journey.
When I started out last month I knew that one of the challenges of my hike would be leaving both of my parents at a critical time in their lives. My father is 94, and my mother 92. My dad even spoke about the possibility of our not seeing each other again. They were both, however, excited about my hiking the AT, and very proud that I was doing it for a cause.
How was anyone to know that within a month my dad would be passing? At this point, that event could be hours or minutes away. There is no question that he is ready to face death. The issue is letting go of him. He has been my hero and earthly guide for over 60 years.
Thanks for each of you who have cheered and watched my hike thus far. This is the hardest mountain yet. It will be climbed just like all the others, with a victory shout at the summit. Because of Dad's faith and mine, even death is covered in victory.
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