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MAY 24, 2014: Out of the Shadows

“Are you still walking?” friends often ask me. I answer, “Is there a cure for OCD and related disorders yet?” 7,400,000 steps later (over 3,700 miles), I continue to walk to tell Nathaniel’s story. One pilgrimage has morphed into another, … Continue reading

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MAY 7, 2014: Don’t Give Up, Don’t Ever Give Up

Why Erik’s Walking in Sacramento on May 10th Last year, Erik Duarte was inspired by the story of our son Nathaniel’s struggle with BDD in a blog the IOCDF posted on its website. He too has struggled with BDD. This … Continue reading

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June 8, 2013 Day 19 — Jamaica Pond, Boston (3 miles or 6,000 steps)

It’s already two days after the walk (Monday, June 10) and I feel as if I am still in dreamland. Everything happened so fast. My Camino mind had difficulty adjusting to the new pace. However, the Friday night Terramia Restaurant … Continue reading

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June 7, 2013 Day 18 — around Washington D.C. (13.5 miles or 27,000 steps)

          Robert Hordan, my host on Capitol Hill, and I rise early and do the hearty breakfast thing. He thinks I’m melting away and wants to beef me up. I think I have lost a few … Continue reading

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June 6, 2013 Day 17 — Downtown Washington (7.75 miles or 15,500 steps)

What miracles a good night’s sleep (longer than usual last night) can do to frame the new day. Emily, Kendra and David’s daughter, is not the only early riser today. I joined in too. A Kendra Breakfast Special enhances my … Continue reading

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