Category Archives: Living Well

The ADT Journey – Week 04

Posted on June 29, 2021 by Humanity Hiker

We had not intended to stay in Foresthills.  Instead, we packed with the intention to meet Ky four days later, on the other side of the Sierra Nevada.  As we reached the outskirts of town we encountered Mary in her … Continue reading →

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The ADT Journey – Week 02

Posted on June 16, 2021 by Humanity Hiker

We left Ken and Marcia’s fine hospitality to tackle Mt. Diablo, our first real climb of the journey.  Near the start of the climb we encountered two women on horseback who invited us to their nearby ranch for lunch. We … Continue reading →

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Aintee’s Barbecue Revisited

Posted on June 22, 2020 by Humanity Hiker

We discovered Aintee’s Barbecue in East St. Louis, during our walk across the country. We had just crossed the Mississippi River into Illinois on a clear day late in December, the kind of day that allows odors to travel far. … Continue reading →

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Joyful Thursday

Posted on May 1, 2020 by Humanity Hiker

Here begins Joyful Thursday, prompted by the fourth movement of the American Discovery symphony, title Joy. As we walked across the country we witnessed much joy in both nature and the people we met along the way. In these troubled … Continue reading →

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Kindness Wednesday

Posted on April 22, 2020 by Humanity Hiker

This week begins Kindness Wednesday, the third in a series that so far includes Beautiful Monday and Cultural Tuesday. These are based on the movements of the American Discovery symphony. The goal of this series is to provide a platform … Continue reading →

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Cultural Tuesday

Posted on April 14, 2020 by Humanity Hiker

Tuesday content will be set aside for culture, based on the movements of the American Discovery Symphony. Others will contribute as well, first on the Humanity Hiker Facebook Page, later on this blog when set up for that. Here is … Continue reading →

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Couch Potato Counseling

Posted on March 28, 2020 by Humanity Hiker

We have been “social distancing” now for over three years, since the time that Cindy no longer could walk. Given her overall health and will to live, we could be social distancing even after restrictions are lifted. Just when I … Continue reading →

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Shared Memories

Posted on February 28, 2020 by Humanity Hiker

Last week I made a Facebook announcement for Cindy’s birthday, calling her my Expedition Woman. I am proud of Cindy, a woman who has hiked thousands of long distance miles, but that pales in comparison to the pride Cindy has … Continue reading →

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Becoming Friends with Strangers

Posted on February 1, 2020 by Humanity Hiker

Charissa comes to visit on most Fridays, making that a day I can go outside by myself for exercise. My usual route takes me up to the top of Lovers Lane and back, about four miles. The second mile is … Continue reading →

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Yes, No and Uh-huh

Posted on January 24, 2020 by Humanity Hiker

“Are you hungry?” I asked before leaving our “bedroom” to make breakfast. “Yes,” she replied in her barely audible manner these days. Cindy responds to a question occasionally, though not very often. In fact, she infrequently makes any verbal sounds … Continue reading →

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