Monthly Archives: July 2011

Tyler

Tyler quit his job this year to walk across America. He was working as a well-paid corporate lawyer in Chicago, but he wasn’t happy. He decided he would be much happier hiking across the country with his dog, Mabel. He … Continue reading

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a discussed route

John and I have discussed many options for routes, but there are a few things that have been consistent priorities as we plan. -We want to start on the east coast with our feet in the Atlantic Ocean and finish … Continue reading

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My first taste of The Walk

On Sunday, Kait and I embarked on a training walk that we have had planned for months. Leaving from our house in the Highlands of Louisville, we walked 10.75 miles to my parents’ house out in the suburbs. The walk … Continue reading

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What I learned in 9 miles

The walk was incredibly valuable as a learning experience. First and foremost, I am addicted to walking. I really did just want to get up and do it again the next day. I like having a plan and a mission … Continue reading

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a 9 mile training walk

Training has officially begun. On Wednesday, June 29th we took a 5 mile walk to Waterfront Wednesday, and music and community event held on Wednesdays in the summertime at Waterfront Park. It was cool out without the sun that evening … Continue reading

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