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I created this web site to first tell the story of a 5,000 mile walk across the county along the American Discovery Trail, with posts from May 2011 – May 2012, and retold that journey recently from a different perspective. … Continue reading
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Many people have expressed their satisfaction that I am leaving the state on Friday. I have not taken offense at their apparent eagerness for me to leave town; they all claim I need a break as a caregiver. This past … Continue reading
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During our walk across the country our motto was “Believe in Humanity.” I printed this on T-shirts for sale, to help fund our walk. Ironically, I gave away as many as I sold in thanks for the kindness bestowed upon … Continue reading
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Over the weekend I had a rare opportunity to go for a trail run by myself, while our daughter Charissa sat with Cindy. I do my best thinking while hiking or running in the woods. This time I reflected on … Continue reading
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I continued to run stairs during the summer, on hot and humid days that were unsuitable for getting Cindy out. Since my outdoor activities with the pedicab and datemobile provide all my distance/aerobic needs, I use stair reps more for … Continue reading
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Since my last post Cindy improved a little bit. I can “walk” her again, rather than carry her everywhere in the house, though even more awkwardly and she becomes apprehensive when I do either. I have noticed that heat, whether … Continue reading
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I heard a chuckle from Cindy as I pushed her in the datemobile (wheelchair) up the Haystack Mountain road. One might think this results from getting Cindy out in nature, but who knows. Cindy gives an occasional chuckle even in … Continue reading
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“There is beauty in ordinary things. Isn’t that the point?” That is the last line of the last episode of the last sitcom that Cindy and I will be binge watching together. The concluding sentiment has to be the best … Continue reading
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The alarm on my iPad goes off at 7:00 am. I’ve been awake for a little while, which often happens when the days are long, but the alarm signals the start of my daily routine. Two months ago the routine … Continue reading
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A friend of mine needs a favor to help him in his role as a long term caregiver. He knows what he needs, based on both research and extensive experience, but my friend is very shy and introverted, seldom bold … Continue reading
