Light and perspectives changed, vistas evolved, as we hiked across moorland towards Kettlewell, our place for tonight.
Category: UK
Dales Way, Day 1
Hiked a green and pleasant land. Dales Way, day 1 of 3.
Base Camp
Three amigos, at base camp (a pub in Ilkley, Yorkshire), ready to hike the Dales Way for three days, starting tomorrow.
Millionaire’s Shortbread
Taunted Dwight at work in Minneapolis with a photo of my elevenses in Newcastle: millionaire’s shortbread. Chocolate, caramel, shortbread.
My Childhood Stomping Ground
Now in Newcastle upon Tyne, UK, my childhood stomping ground.
Around the World in 53 Days
I started my journey around the Northern Hemisphere this morning: I walked to a number 2 bus which took me to a light rail station where I caught a train to the airport. Here’s the rest of my route: MSP–LAX–OGG (Kahului, Maui, Hawaii) OGG–HNL (Honolulu) Just one night. HNL–NRT–PVG (Shanghai) PVG–FUK (Fukuoka, Kyushu, Southern Japan) Jetfoil…… Continue reading Around the World in 53 Days
Around the Northern Hemisphere 2017
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Long-Haul Journeys
Almost a year ago I learned I have high-grade prostate cancer. I’m surprised I’m not discouraged by surgery, radiation therapy, and the possibility of further therapies including chemo. My desire to travel is undiminished. 39 daily radiation sessions got in the way of a trip to Hawaii in January 2017. Instead, I planned a trip to…… Continue reading Long-Haul Journeys
When Fear Rules
January 1990: I flew back home to Minneapolis after attending my father’s funeral in England. As the plane descended over Minneapolis my anxiety level rose, as it always did at this point in my journey back to the USA. Flying doesn’t bother me in the least. It was the thought of being questioned by an…… Continue reading When Fear Rules
Planning a Yorkshire Hike
Started planning one of next year’s hikes.