Friday, March 14, 2008

In California you can go camping in March

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I'm backing out of a full-length post this week because I can't fit it in. I've been letting academia sap all of my writing energy lately (and even that's not enough.) I've also been letting it make me a little crazy. So, that is why this weekend is coming at a perfect time. I am forcing myself to take a break. The three of us are going backpacking with a group of awesome people. We're going to Sykes Hot Springs in Big Sur. In my lifetime of camping, I have never gone all the way and carried it all on my body. We'll be hiking 5 miles in tomorrow morning, setting up camp, then hiking another 5 without packs to the hot springs. Once we've relaxed enough in the springs, we'll hike the 5 miles back to camp where we'll stay for the night. I'm nervous and excited. Apollo has no idea what his weekend holds.


2 comments:

Katherine said...

Ohhh California. You rule. Mary, Andy, and Apollo, you also rule. Have fun!

J said...

Big Sur changed my life for the better, the majesty, the feeling that your amongst the oldest places on earth was humbling and invigorating all at once.

I am very happy for you and yours, it will be a great experience made greater by the company.

Hiking Tip for Big Sur: When faced with a hill, jut your chin infront of your hips, knees etc. This will move your center of gravity slightly off balance and make your brain cause your legs to catch up. I have used this trick ever since the Army, and it has been phenomenally successful for me.