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Getting Closer
The closer I got to the end the more eager I was to get there, but again I worked on staying in the present moment. My goal for the day was about 18 miles to what was considered a fairly reliable water source out of a cement trough. The wind stayed with me all that…
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Leaving the Grand Canyon
I was thrilled the following morning when it wasn’t too cold out. It made it easier to get out of my sleeping bag and get going. From the campground, the trail dropped down into a little ravine. As I dropped the temperature dropped with me. It became downright cold and I thought about pulling my…
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Miracles on the North Rim
I had no idea how long it would take me to make the climb from Cottonwood campground to the north rim. I knew it was steeper than what I had done the day before, but that it also was less steep than the descent into the canyon had been. I decided to get an early…
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Learning to ask for what I need
I agonized over whether to write this blog or not. Given the fact that I am trying to get better at valuing myself, I’ve decided to put it out there. I spend at least eight hours a week if not more writing and posting the blogs. I carry a mini iPad with me to be…
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Into Ribbon Falls
After crossing the creek, it wasn’t always clear which path to take to get to ribbon falls. There are multiple herd paths with multiple water crossings of a non scary nature. I did not want to stop at every crossing to remove my socks and insoles so I just started walking through the water. It…
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Bright Angel to Ribbon Falls
I was unusually lucky in being able to obtain a permit for two nights in the Canyon. Another hiker had obtained the group site at Cottonwood campground, which was only 7 miles from Bright Angel. She invited me to join her and the Backcountry office took pity on this old lady, allowing me the second…
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