Category: Nature

I survived so far!

I went hiking for the first time in a couple of years yesterday. An actual hike that included mountains, death-defying acts of acrobatic skill, beasties galore, and pain and sweat. I did this to get back in the groove, making sure that I am well prepared for the short stroll that Mark and I are planning […]

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Some critters we need to watch out for …

I find it difficult to write something since I have apparently been recently swallowed by a rather large mutant snake with both an attitude and a really big appetite. It does tend to ruin ones concentration. But I will persevere, hoping to get a fair bit o’ readable out before I become snake poop. I still have […]

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Appalachian Trials

One of the books that I have read concerning the Appalachian Trail has really hit home for me. This book is “Appalachian trials: The Psychological and Emotional Guide to Successfully Thru-hiking the Appalachian Trail” by Zach Davis. As its title suggests, this book deals more with the TRIALS of the trail versus being a play-by-play […]

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Oh yeah, we are supposed to be training: Day 1.5

GuiltedInspired by Mark’s fresh start and enthusiasm, I too must step it up, and it does not hurt to post the official starting stats to shamegoad me into action. So here I am with the details of MY fresh start: April 3, 2013 9 pm A Wedding Function Hall Taochild (affectionately known as Kramer in this […]

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Training for the Idiot: Day One

(kctourwalk.com) April 3, 2013 9pm Idiot Master Bedroom The Idiot and his wife are watching “Nashville”. (Quit laughing, I like Connie Britton, what can I say?) The wife glances over at her Idiot husband, the Idiot husband that is clutching two chocolate chip cookies in one hand and a cool glass of milk in the […]

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The Seed of the Dream

So, where did this crazy idea come from? Since you asked……. This past Christmas, I got a Kindle Fire for myself with Christmas money that I had accumulated from various relatives. My wife will tell you that I am VERY anti-modern technology and that she never thought she would see the day when I would […]

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Why “The Idiot” is not crazy

I’m not crazy. Honest. (My Mom had me tested) Yes, I am disabled. It’s true that ever since March 2, 1999 I have dealt with a number of neurological issues related to the Medical Malpractice error that my quack Spinal Surgeon blessed me with during my supposedly “routine” back surgery. Yes, the circulation in my […]

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