I checked my start date countdown. You know the app that counts down, to the second, how long you have until something major happens? That one. I checked it and you could say I had a slight 'moment' (a very big moment). I may or may not have reached every human emotion in a matter of 5 seconds. It hit me that the Pacific Crest Trail is around the corner. At first, my stomach fluttered and I was excited. Then, the same feeling that I always felt when I was competing in school athletics kicked in. The feeling that always sunk in when I was crouched down at the start line waiting for the starter pistol to sound. A mixture of adrenaline and not wanting to fail because everyone is watching. I swear I could smell the athletics scent too. The mixture of freshly cut grass, hot chips and sunscreen. Then, I felt sad as I thought to myself... "I only have this many days left with my loved ones?". I have a brand new little nephew "How am I going to teach baby Ray how to dance like no one's watching if I'm gone?". Then the "I haven't done push-ups in a month. Am I fit enough" thoughts kicked in. THEN I remembered the overwhelmingly large to do list I have stored in the dark corners of my Notes that I need to fish out and action. Finally, after the slight shock and the series of fear induced thoughts settled, PURE delightful, excitement, happiness and good nerves kicked in. I'm ready! So, today I'll be tackling that to do list as I reminisce on my athletics days, think up a pros and cons list of bear spray and listen to Electric Light Orchestra! Until next time. p.s Be kind to yourself and others and enjoy your day!
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