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Monthly Archives: April 2012
Homecoming
As we finished the last miles of West Virginia, we were hosted by Kait’s uncle John and aunt Barbara in Marietta, just outside of Parkersburg. John rescued us on the day that I was throwing up and feverish, and their … Continue reading
Posted in Therapy Dogs, Trail Life
Tagged across, america, art, athens, casa nueva, dog, duane mcdiarmid, ohio, ohio university, passion works, pet, salaam, social sculpture, sycamore run, therapy, walk
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Reflecting on West Virginia
Yesterday, we crossed into Ohio, leaving West Virginia behind us. Before we started this walk, we spoke to many people who had already successfully crossed America on foot. Everyone clearly had their own style, methods, advice, and opinions, but one … Continue reading
Posted in Trail Life
Tagged across, america, dog, pet, therapy, travel, trip, walk, west virginia, wild, wonderful
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John has died of dysentery
West Virginia, I had you in my sights. You were nearly vanquished. I climbed your ancient mountains, trodding them down to dust. I navigated your confusing county routes, numbered like fractions from hell. I silenced your endless lawn-chained hounds, who … Continue reading
Posted in Trail Life
Tagged across, america, dog, dysentery, north bend rail trail, walk, west virginia
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The Honest Kitchen
People tend to ask us a lot of questions when they meet us on the road. “Where do you sleep?” “How much does your backpack weigh?” “What the heck are you doing walking on the road?” By far the most … Continue reading
Posted in Therapy Dogs, Trail Life
Tagged across, america, dehydrated, delicious, dog, food, hike, organic, pet therapy, raw, the honest kitchen, therapy, trek, walk
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“I think I saw you on the news today”
Dear America, You amaze me every day. Since my parents dropped us off on the Blackwater Canyon trail, we have been overwhelmed by generosity. We made our way down the trail (which is not really maintained anymore) to Hendricks, and … Continue reading
Posted in Therapy Dogs, Trail Life
Tagged across, america, Clarksburg, dog, five rivers, genesis, heartland, parsons, pawsibilities unleashed, pet, ritzy lunch, therapy, walk, west virginia
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I lost my love (and my hat) in Dolly Sods
The site was down for a few days, due to some kind of technical issue. Our wonderful webmaster, Adam, got it sorted out. What a good time to give him a shout-out: Moore Interactive – thanks, Adam! So, America, you’re … Continue reading
Posted in Trail Life
Tagged across, america, canaan valley, dog, dogs, dolly Sods, Moore interactive, walk
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Burlington, WV. Population: Awesome.
Yesterday, we arrived in the bustling metropolis of Burlington. A kind stranger by the name of Kathy let us camp behind her house. When she found out about our therapy visits, she told us that she works with a children’s … Continue reading
Posted in Therapy Dogs, Trail Life
Tagged across, america, burlington, children's home, dog, family services, honey, pet, therapy, walk
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Epic Updates!
We spent some time this morning updating our FAQ, as well as our Friends & Benefactors page. Our hearts go out to the people helping to make this Walk a roaring success. Now, we are off to visit a Children’s … Continue reading
Now entering West Virginia
Our last day on the C&O canal was a milestone. We crossed our 300-mile mark for the walk: We walked through the Paw Paw tunnel: And we slept in a schoolhouse. I don’t have a picture of it, but the … Continue reading
Life on the C&O and Trail magic in Hancock, MD
Every day since our time with the Fellowship has been a blur. Once we got our pushcart squared away and rolling, we went from covering 10-15 miles per day to crushing 20-25. That, America, is totally awesome. The C&O Towpath … Continue reading
Posted in Other Travelers, Trail Life
Tagged across, america, ben lee, c&o, canal, dog, dogs, pet therapy, sprocketman, therapy, walk
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