[at-l] Re: ATML Re: spouse left behind

[Frank.David@carrier.utc.com (Frank David)]

     >>And the one thing I've learned from being on these lists is 
     people_really_ change during a thru.  So what happens when the hiker 
     comes home
     as a different person from when they left.  What if the spouse doesn't
     like that new person.   I've gone on enough about this.  But these 
     thoughts have really shaken me.  Listening for more 
     input......Kahley<<
     
     I haven't thru-hiked the AT yet, but when I took my current job I had 
     to be in a different state for 3 months. My wife and family were back 
     at my previous home trying to sell it so they could move with me. It 
     was very difficult even with trips back home and phone calls. We were 
     able to work through that time without a strain on our marriage. I was 
     living in a very small apartment (Note $'s tight) and Colleen was 
     trying to finished up things with the house to get it sold. I guess 
     what I'm trying to say is that if you have a good relationship with 
     your spouse or S.O. and you talk through all the reasons for doing 
     this hike and to be as open up front with your fears, expectations and 
     concerns you can overcome anything. You can never cover all the 
     potential problems, but if you have an open communication from the 
     start you should be OK.
     
     Good luck on your hike and all the issues that come with it.
     Hawkeye
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