April 19, 1997 (Day 31 – milepoint 296.1 – Jerry Cabin Shelter)

Saw two barred owls chasing each other from tree to tree this morning. Another sign of spring.

Mornings are still chilly. I’m finding that hiking in 40 degree weather in shorts and a t-shirt is very comfortable as long as you are moving. It also helps if you are walking uphill a lot, which was the case today.

Eight of us in this shelter tonight, packed snugly like sardines so we shouldn’t have a problem keeping warm. Not much else to say. Solid 16 miles today, feeling good and wishing my brother was here to share the feeling.

Aquaholic

April 19, 2009

Hey Aquaholic,

Although the few consulting projects I have right now are going very well, they are not enough to take care of my immediate daily/monthly financial responsibilities. And though I will continue to pursue like opportunities, I might be able to find harmony through a steady, uncomplicated job.

My heart remains open, but my practical mind needs to take the wheel for a while, and my ego is gonna need to pipe down in the back seat…

O’