Category Archives: 2013 Walk

May 24, 2013 Day 4 — North East to Havre de Grace, MD (8.75 miles, or 17,500 steps)

The day starts slowly as I resist leaving my charming hosts’ comfortable and welcoming home–chickens freely roam the yard, a white horse frolics in the open field, and “Kitty” purrs on the front porch table. The morning’s cooler weather beckons … Continue reading

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May 23, 2013 Day #3 — Newark, DE to North East, MD (15 miles or 30,000 steps

The Kindness of Strangers and Friends I had my doubts about the overnight healing of yesterday’s damaged feet and spirit, but despite my lack of faith, I wake up with that get-up-and-go feeling. And I do. Super 8 proves more … Continue reading

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May 22, 2013 Day #2 Wilmington to Newark (18 miles, 36,000 steps)

Hey Nan! I wake up refreshed and ready to go again–a common phenomenon we experienced on the Camino de Santiago two years ago. Not wanting to be late for my first official appointment, this one at Wilmington Friends School, I … Continue reading

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May 21, 2013 Day #1 – Cheyney, PA to Wilmington, DE (16.75 miles, or 33,500 steps)

Author’s note: After Nathaniel died two years ago, I started to write “Dear Nan (Nathaniel)” letters in my journal. Although the frequency varied, the poignancy of each conversation did not, deepening our father/son connection. Today’s blog continues in that spirit. … Continue reading

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Pilgrimage Eve — Cheyney, PA

The back pack is out again, new Brooks athletic shoes have been purchased, and tomorrow I will walk out the door towards Washington, D.C. Follow my progress, as I will be posting a blog each evening — or rather I’ll … Continue reading

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