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June 03/04, 2012 Days 41 & 42 — Newton, MA (0 miles)

BlogLite Although I’m not walking today (but do some nevertheless), let me share several thoughts with you that have not benefitted from enough miles of simmering. The title “BlogLite” seems appropriate, promising a shorter daily entry and possibly lighter fare … Continue reading

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June 02, 2012 Day 40 — Needham to Newton, MA (6.8 miles)

Not Singing in the Rain I wake up early again, but this time in the lovely home of the Matlacks. I’ve been here less than 24 hours, and already I’m “re-calibrated.” What I see falling from  the sky outside my … Continue reading

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June 01, 2012 Day 39 — Brockton to Needham, MA (20.7 miles)

Rabbit…Rabbit!  What is it deep within the walls of the Brockton friary that wakes me up at such an early hour? 4:30 is hardly an appropriate time to start one’s day, but I do. First order of business–say “Rabbit…Rabbit!” Then … Continue reading

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May 31, 2012 Day 38 — Mansfield to Brockton, MA (14 miles)

In Mansfield, I wake up to the splendor of Burnham Family Hospitality. As the French would say, “C’est une bonne adresse!” Last night’s lasagna dinner fulfilled all culinary expectations. Thank you, Beth, Dave (in absentia), Katherine, Laura, and the founders … Continue reading

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May 30, 2012 Day 37 — Attleboro to Mansfield, MA (13 miles)

National News Coverage In lieu of my usual blog, and to conserve my energy for the final push of the walk, check out the article posted today on ABC News. And the Los Angeles Times picked up the article run … Continue reading

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