[at-l] Taking care of business

[askowronek@mindspring.com (Amy)]

Orange Bug wrote:

> Your question was far from inconsiderate. It is connected to the
> question of why do people hike long distances - days, weeks or months
> at a time. It is often associated with a major life transition, hence
> that transition might not involve the family and related concerns for
> some. Some find a relationship "sabbatical" a healthy idea, while
> others find it a "trial separation." 
> 
> I think you will find as many answers as you find people to ask it.


I'm starting to get a feel for that.

I don't feel so bad about my current setup now.  I have a home,
pets, a good job.  Taking a month off a year to hike should be
wonderful stress relief.  When my horses die (of old age - they're
24 and 25), my house is paid off, and I can quit my job,
I'll be much more comfortable taking lots of time to hike.

In the meantime, I'll still get to do some wonderful hiking.  It's
not a bad deal.  And if something should happen which would prevent
me from hiking in the future, I won't have missed out on the whole
trail.


-amy in md