Category Archives: Brain Health

Friendly Faces

Posted on October 22, 2014 by admin

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During our tour of desert country we met a few friendly people that assisted us with our camping options.  

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The Mojave Desert

Posted on October 21, 2014 by admin

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Our recent excursion to destinations off the PCT focused on the Mojave desert. Charissa found a variety of cool stuff to do on the Internet. We visited Amboy Crater; a lava tube in the Mojave National Preserve; the living mining … Continue reading →

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Joshua Tree National Park

Posted on October 19, 2014 by admin

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With Charissa as tour guide we are doing some hikes off the PCT, starting with Joshua Tree National Park. Named after the distinctive plant that grows like an orchard tree out here, the park is also noted for being a … Continue reading →

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Wrightwood

Posted on October 15, 2014 by admin

We did some PCT highlights between Acton and Wrightwood recently, which brought back memories of 1977. Before Acton I lost my eating utensil and had been borrowing from others. Ken was getting fed up with this and insisted I get … Continue reading →

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Levels of Consciousness

Posted on October 11, 2014 by admin

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I received some thoughtful responses to the important question: “To tell or not to tell?” There were opinions on both sides, as well as corroborating experiences. I’ve come away with the overall answer: “It depends:” depends on the person, depends … Continue reading →

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An Important Question Revisited

Posted on October 9, 2014 by admin

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Awhile ago I posited an important question on here. To recap, my original instincts and plan with Cindy was to hide from her that she had Alzheimer’s, to foster the hope with which we might deal with her affliction. Our … Continue reading →

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Point Reyes

Posted on October 5, 2014 by admin

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Our first destination along the coast was Point Reyes, the beginning for us of our American Discovery Trail journey. We never really saw Point Reyes The first time around, given that we started in driving rain with the temperature in … Continue reading →

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Fall Adjustments

Posted on October 4, 2014 by admin

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For the weekend hiker fall is the best time of year. The colors are vibrant, the bugs are gone, the days are fresh and the nights are crisp. Yet for the long distance hiker fall requires an adjustment, as I … Continue reading →

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Time Out

Posted on October 2, 2014 by admin

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After hiking with and supporting us for two whole months, Mike went back to his home in Boulder yesterday to address a variety of errands and issues. He accomplished his objectives while out here. He brought good cheer and support … Continue reading →

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Retirement Options

Posted on September 29, 2014 by admin

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Retirement has been on my mind lately. Our last two hosts are retired, one with a ranch, the most recent with a pastoral, Mediterranean style spread where they can eat some type of fruit they have grown all year. I … Continue reading →

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