Over the past 2 days I’ve been driving back up to Washington – to the spot where I ended my walking a couple of weeks ago. I spent last night at Life Foursquare church in Yreka (it was my first night’s stop last time as well) – only this time I wasn’t completely alone! They…
I had a pen & paper with me as I walked, writing down things I saw & impressions I had while en route. When I’m home I’ll continue to do a weekend blog post, to include a few more of those things – plus a few more pictures. Before I do, however, I want to…
I’ve been home since Tuesday afternoon, and I just wanted to thank everyone who played a part in the success of my first 120 miles – from the bottom of my heart. You have been God’s provision for me. Unfortunately there’s not a lot of time to relax, because there is still much work to…
120 miles ago I started this journey, and tomorrow I start home for my first break. As I reflect back on the past 2 weeks I really can’t think of a single thing I didn’t love about it. Even my least favorite parts – being sick the first few days, battling the elements and being away…
During the week, I’ll post short daily updates on my FACEBOOK page. I’ll only be posting here on Saturday nights with a wrap up for the week. I also wanted to mention how much I look forward to reading your messages when I stop for my water breaks!
MT VERNON TO SOUTH OF CONWAY It’s hard to believe that Week 1 is over! Many places along my route that I have studied for months are now in my rear view mirror. I’ve learned a lot this week. I know how to dress appropriately and comfortably for the worst weather I’m likely to encounter…
ALGER TO MT VERNON I said goodbye to Diana, Alida & Ron and their beautiful home this morning. My next overnights will be in Oak Harbor (on Whidbey Island). Once again, I had the luxury today of full support – Ken drove the car and my ‘sole sister’ Joann walked with me. We started where…
LAKE PADDEN TO ALGER It’s interesting how as this journey progresses, my definition of ‘isolation’ gets narrower. As the distance between homes and businesses gets greater, so does my comfort level. After a drop off my my host ‘dad’ Ron at Skagit Speedway, today’s mileage was mostly on rural roads ranging from forest to farmland.…
BELLINGHAM TO LAKE PADDEN This was a day with a lot of firsts: The first day I walked by myself (though I’m never ‘alone’); first time I had to carry my day pack ; first day I ate normally since last Friday; first time loading my bike onto the front of a bus – and…
CUSTER TO BELLINGHAM Well, for the second day in a row I got all weepy when I left Lorri & Randy’s house in Abbotsford. It’s not unusual for me to wear my heart on my sleeve, but these past few days have set a new level of ’emo’ with me. I think it’s a combination…
Soles 4 Hope 