On becoming joyfully AF

[Fin]

On becoming joyfully AF

free at last;1695036 wrote: Quick update--250 miles and 47000 feet up and down. No way I could do this if I was chained to AL.

Wow, how awesome!

[free at last]

On becoming joyfully AF

Thanks, Fin. So glad to see you back on MWO boards.

Update from the trail. Just finished 350 miles of backpacking. Another 130 before we end this adventure. Today is 90 consecutive, joyfully AF days for me.

[Pie]

On becoming joyfully AF

Free at Last, 90 days! Congratulations!

Pie :goodjob:

[free at last]

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Thanks, Pie. Continuing on the AF path and feeling good.

[3June2013]

On becoming joyfully AF

free at last;1679718 wrote: Update from the road.

Our lives have taken on a pattern. We camp in National Forests, either in primitive sites (no facilities, pump your water from the river/creek) or basic sites (toilet, picnic table, firepit but no shower or electricity). We try to stay in one place for 3-5 days and head into a town every week or so for a hot shower, laundry, a grocery shop, and hopefully a phone/internet connection.

We wake at first light. Breakfast is leisurely -- coffee, followed by blueberry pancakes, or quesadillas, or veggie and eggs. We then set out for a hike -- something between 2-7 hours, depending on the weather and how we are feeling. If it is a short/low elevation day, we get back to camp in time to clean up, do some laundry, practice yoga for a hour or so, and then it is time to make dinner. If it is a long hike, we stumble into camp, do a minimal clean up and eat whatever can be quickly prepared. We usually have a salad with dinner and then either pasta or rice with some kind of curry, or canned black beans and a tortilla. AL is not part of the menu this trip!

We fall into bed sometimes before it is dark, exhausted from a good day with lots of physical activity. I find that the time being quiet, listening to the sounds around me, is so good for renewing my soul. At the end of each day, I count the 4-5 things specific to that day for which I am grateful.

I am beginning to understand the sense of peace that comes from being in nature for extended periods.

OMG just catching up here. Your life is amazing! I am thrilled for you!!

[Guitarista]

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Yo FAL!

Top of the wednesday morning from downunder.

How are you doing? Safe and sound i trust.

All good here. G

[free at last]

On becoming joyfully AF

Hi all,
Quick check in. We had several intense storms and had to stay put in the mountains for several days. Happy to report that we finished the "big backpack" trip -- 500+ miles (including the "practice" trip). Also pleased to report that today is 106 consecutive AF days for me. Had some thoughts of celebrating the completion of the backpack trip with wine or champagne but they passed in a few moments. Onward!

[halo]

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Very inspiring Free! Keep up the great work!

[Guitarista]

On becoming joyfully AF

Congratulations on 106 days AF Fal!

That is absolutely sensational. Keep it going friend.

G

[Pinecone]

On becoming joyfully AF

Hi FAL, super congratulations on your AF time! It sounds like you had a great trip too. Great to see you.

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Free are you still around??? My tag is open halo now, but it is me, halo!

[open halo]

Free sending you warm holiday greetings! Wishing you well.

[NoSugar]

Me, too, Free! I think you're traveling right now. I hope all is well and that you're having FUN!