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Steven Hawking

It matters that you don't just give up
Wander Jill
2018-02-09T08:55:25-07:00
It matters that you don't just give up

Dalai Lama

Happiness is not something ready made. It comes from your own actions.
Wander Jill
2018-03-24T16:44:16-06:00
Happiness is not something ready made. It comes from your own actions.

Maya Angelou

We delight in the beauty of the butterfly, but rarely admit the changes
it has gone through to achieve that beauty.
Wander Jill
2018-03-24T16:50:09-06:00
We delight in the beauty of the butterfly, but rarely admit the changes it has gone through to achieve that beauty.
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A Late Fall Wander to Black Lake 10/27/18

A Late Fall Wander to Black Lake 10/27/18 A long wander to refresh a tired body and worn spirit My tired body struggles to get up to meet my friend Katie at the trailhead.  I text that I will be there later than our scheduled time of 7:00 am.  It has been a long week; my body is tired, my spirit worn, and I want to quit before I even get started.  The disease has taken up more … [Read more...]


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Andrews Glacier Wander 7.7.18

Andrews Glacier Wander 7.7.18 First Wander Post Pneumonia The goal for today’s wander is a loop hike to Andrew’s Glacier, a trek across the Continental Divide and down the Flat Top Mountain trail back to Bear Lake.  It is ambitious for a first hike after three months of minimal movement.  I feel strong and optimistic as the skies are clear, the sun is bright, and my legs have the need … [Read more...]


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Wander to Chasm Lake 10.13.18

Chasm Lake Wander 10.13.18 The goal for today’s wander is Chasm Lake.  This beautiful lake sits in a high alpine bowl at the base of impressive Longs Peak.  It has snowed during the past week, so I am curious to explore how the winter freeze is developing. Bright blue skies promise a nice day for a wander to Chasm Lake.  Ice has formed on the trail in response to the freeze melt … [Read more...]


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Indian Peaks Wilderness Loop Hike

  Indian Peaks Wilderness Loop Hike September 2018 Backpack Over the summer Teri, a fellow hiker, asked if I was up for a backpack in September.  You never have to ask me twice if I want to go for a backpack, so I begin scheming a weekend trip.  I chose a 28- mile Indian Peaks Loop Hike that will take us over two passes and wind through forests colored with the hues of … [Read more...]

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Ouzel Lake Backpack and Huffing Moose 8.31.18

Evening at Ouzel Ouzel Lake Backpack and Moose Terror Last summer I attempted to climb Isolation Peak, aptly named because it is so far inside Wild Basin that it takes a full day to climb it and return.  I stopped short of making the peak last year and determined to make it this year.  I was able to get a one- night permit for Ouzel Lake in Wild Basin, with the idea that hiking the … [Read more...]


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The Fall Picture Show 9.15.18 Mt. Shavano

  Fall Picture Show Mt. Shavano I camp out along CR 250, just short of the trail head.  My alarm rings at 4:30 am and I begrudgingly leave the warmth of my sleeping bag.  I want to be on the trail and in the trees when the sun comes up to catch the sunlight illuminating the colors of Fall. I make last minute adjustments, put on my less than bright head lamp and start up the … [Read more...]