Summer of 70 and a Dream Deferred
It’s been forty-eight years since my last college summer. I spent that season as a life guard at a church … Continue reading Summer of 70 and a Dream Deferred
Tag: Mt. Rainier National Park
One More Adventure: Plummer Peak
September 23, 2021 I thought my 2021 adventuring was done. I’ve hiked some twenty trails this season, and now I’m … Continue reading One More Adventure: Plummer Peak
Adventure Log: The Mountains
“Nothing is yours, but everything is for you.” —Puma Quispe Singona My friend Katherine from North Carolina is visiting. Katherine … Continue reading Adventure Log: The Mountains
Camping & Hiking the White River: Part 5
Do-overs: Sunrise Point & Naches Peak LoopAugust 19, 2021 I’m up early to try again to watch the sunrise from … Continue reading Camping & Hiking the White River: Part 5
Camping & Hiking the White River: Part 4
Mt. Fremont LookoutAugust 18, 2021 The plan for Wednesday—with the promise of sun—is to hike to the lookout above Sunrise. … Continue reading Camping & Hiking the White River: Part 4
Camping & Hiking the White River: Part 3
Sheltering in PlaceAugust 17, 2021 Monday night was freezing. I wore my sweatshirt and socks to bed. Nevertheless, I am … Continue reading Camping & Hiking the White River: Part 3
Camping & Hiking the White River: Part 2
Emmons MoraineAugust 16, 2021 After the morning debacle (read that here), I abandon my plan to drive back down the … Continue reading Camping & Hiking the White River: Part 2
Adventure Log: Return to Spray Park
August. 9, 2021 I did it! I got to the “other” side of Mt. Rainier with no wrong turns! And, … Continue reading Adventure Log: Return to Spray Park
Wordless Wednesday
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Adventure Log: Paradise Found
July 13, 2022 Who woulda thought I’d go to Paradise twice in a week? But Vickie from North Carolina who … Continue reading Adventure Log: Paradise Found
Writing Down the Story 