After adventuring in the New River Gorge, I wondered if the grandgirls’ trip could get any better? I was still pinching myself over the (Bridge) Walk of a lifetime! But three campgrounds, four states, and several more adventures awaited on the backside of the big loop — including the Ark…
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new river gorge
Our itinerary for the big girls’ trip centered around New River Gorge National Park & Preserve. It’s a stunning region — as it has been for eons. It’s also the newest park designee in the NP System. Guido, our rafting trip leader, couldn’t resist a poke. “Call it a national…
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big girls’ turn
Since the grandboys’ Big RV Trip last summer, the oldest grandgirls have patiently waited their turn. Until … finally! Gigi & Pops delivered on the promise Sunday, setting out on an 1,832 mile loop. Their itinerary is different. Most notably, we’re entering new territory, which is always a bit nerve…
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this is why we train
The cool North Country morning proved perfect for an inaugural training trek. This outing was of utmost importance for shared aspirations on the Camino. Bearing weighted packs; adjusting poles; lacing boots; placing one foot in front of the other, we began to do what needs doing. The Hubs and I…
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love-paced race
Timing was perfect for release of the newest Revelation Wellness (RW) program, the Love-Paced Race. As ordinary as walking can be, I don’t take completing our long trek for granted. Even at our relatively reasonable pace, nothing I’ve done to date can compare or prepare for rigor required for the…
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these boots!
Finally, this weekend, I found my boots. These boots! Aren’t they cute? Truth be told, cute was so extra, near to the bottom of the checklist. I needed soles to accommodate a wonky spine and tendency to pronate. Waterproof with not too high a cuff. Wide toe box, too. Quality…
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garage sale gleanings
For decades, Friday and Saturday of Mother’s Day weekend has been dedicated to our community’s garage sales. All of last week we were hauling, cleaning, sorting and organizing. Ugh. Garage sales are a lot of work. We always wonder if it will be worth our effort. Every four years or…
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BettyB00, bears and good-byes
We wrapped up our SOWER project at The Cove Thursday afternoon, determined to make a few more memories before heading home. One remaining must-do was Mount Mitchell, at 6,684 feet, the highest peak east of the Mississippi. Temps dropped dramatically as elevation rose on the ever-winding Blue Ridge Parkway. Late…
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SOWERing
People often ask about the SOWER Ministry through which we volunteer. Their first question, typically: What do you do?* The Hubs and I are newbies (a memorable first in 2021) but the two couples filling out our team have served 100 projects or more, collectively. They assure what we’ve surmised…
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the seasons testify
Driving 81S this week, the landscape is a canvas of autumn hues. Honey golds, bold oranges, fiery reds, splashed across valleys, splattered on endless ridges, scrambling up each peak; bright brushstrokes of delight. In Acts 14, Paul says the seasons are an enduring witness to a living God. Through the…