Monday, March 7, 2016

Six Days and Counting


I’m excited! As I think about what I’m about to do, I still can’t believe I’m doing it.


I don’t know how in shape I am physically, I’ve been in better shape before. In fact, I might be in the worse shape physically than I’ve ever been.

I don’t know if I’m fully prepared. I’ve read and studied, but I guess I’ll learn as I go.

Am I ready? I don’t know – how ready can someone be to do something like this? Something they’ve read a whole lot about but never done. Something they’ve planned for years and is now happening.

I’ve read that it’s not about the shape you’re in as much as the attitude that you are going to finish no matter what. It’s more mental than physical.
 
From that point, yes, I believe I’m ready.
 
Thank you all for the encouraging words and prayers. It's good to know I have people thinking about me and praying for me while I'm out there.
 
My next post will be after day one of the hike. Talk to you then!

4 comments:

  1. Don, it's one of those things that no matter how much u read and prepare you will really learn what you need (and don't need) through experience. I wouldn't worry too much about the shape you are in. it is indeed a mental game more than a physical one. I will be praying for you and encouraging you to enjoy this time in Nature surrounded by the love and beauty of the Father. All the best, Kelly aka RainDrop

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    1. Thanks so much for your comments, Kelly! I appreciate your time to answer my questions, and your prayers. I'll let you know when I'm hiking in VA. Don

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    1. Thank you, Larry, I appreciate that! Don

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