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Wear Sweats. Problem solved!!!

This is a fabulous trip report, not only for gaining the goal for Dejah, but for learning something special about yourself. As someone who mostly hikes alone (not by choice, I just haven't found anyone who can hike as slowly as me), I envy the bond you two share. However, it is cleansing to be...

St. John, USVI

I joined! Bring on winter! Sandy

[So my new tack is to first work on accepting that my genes dictate that I will be round. I know it is possible to be round and fit. So I hope to make that a reality for me. You ARE in shape. Round IS a shape!!!!!!:p

Franconia Brook comes to mind considering the requirements for a campsite. Nice easy walk in on East side. Heck. you could roll in firewood on a trolley. Fires allowed (unless they changed the rules) but I'd check with the ranger Station just to avoid dissapointment. There is an outhouse (I...

I had my Asolos resoled by Dave Page as well. He did a fantastic job and I got the boots back quickly. Unfortunately, the boots never fit the same after the re-soling (a well known risk), and I ultimately broke down and got new boots. All is well that ends well, I like my new boots better...

I like your attitude. I lived in Mexico (in the 80's) for 2 years, and have slept on the beach at Cancun, among other beaches. Yes, that was then and this is now. The beach north of Cancun is beautiful. We used to wait for the fishing boats to come in, and they would grill it for us right on the...

Definately the North Rim. As Kevin said, it is cooler. Also, more trees, and WAY less crowded. August is wicked hot there (as you know) I'd be very careful if you go below the rim for an extended time. The inner canyon is an oven in the summer. We were at the South Rim this past August, and it...

Forgot to address the 2nd part of your question. The Castle is very nice, but I actually enjoyed the Well. I think it is about 10 miles away, definately a different exit on the highway. Do them both.

Definately don't miss Oak Creek Canyon. Stop for a visit to Slide Rock State Park. Natural water slide. Very fun. We loved doing the Vortex trails mentioned above. People leave piles of rocks, feathers, crystals, etc. They are all fairly easy hikes, and should be in the book. Devils bridge is a...

Does anyone know the distances between the Pine Brook TH and Sabbaday TH? I am hoping to do this loop sometime soon, and will not have a car spot. Not a big fan of roadwalks, but it will be just part of the hike. Thank you. Sandy

Ditto. Fall is by far the best season for me. I love the way the air smells, the beautiful colors of the trees, watching chipmunks scurring about gathering food to store. That said, I hike any season, except mud/thaw/black fly season. In winter, the only real hiking I do are to cliffs to ice...

This is great news! Take it easy on the hike. Go slow, and pack light. Sandy

It IS possible to mess up miniature golf. Just watch me! Maybe she is going to be a little rock climber????

I like the idea of wine and cheese, steak and chicken on the summit. Sign me up!

Hi Mark: Thanks for hanging back with me on Saturday. Thanks for the GU. I'll carry it from now on, though I'm more of a chocolate girl. Please send me your Ortho guy's info. Sandy

I am so sorry you are dealing with this. I have not had a labral tear, but that is one of the few joints I haven't injured. Having gone through a Knee Arthroscopy in October, followed by a Rotator Cuff repair in April, then a stress fracture in my foot in June, I can tell you I feel your sadness...

Thanks to all of you who cheered me on the last few feet. As always, bringing up the rear. I am adjusting to the way Madison rearranged my face, as I look like a combination between a unicorn and a racoon. Many thanks to Bob and Geri who hosted us for the weekend, and to all of you for putting...

Hi Cymbidium! I took a header about 20 feet down the Watson Path. It was the first of what were to be many ungraceful falls down Madison. It was very nice to meet you. I enjoyed myself. Always do in the mountains!!! Back to work tomorrow:( Sandy