Trail Magic:
Yesterday, prior to leaving the trail and heading to Franklin, we encountered our first Trail Magic. Former thru-hikers placed a cooler full of pop & honey buns at the end of the trail. This was an unexpected, lovely treat. The Mello Yellow tasted amazing, and it also help us patiently wait for a hitch into town.
Trail Names:
Another tradition on the trail is to acquire a trail name. This is a moniker that hikers use on the trail instead of their birth name. Often times, you don't know another hiker's "real" name. Prior to leaving, Kirstin creatively chose "Idag" which in Swedish means "today." She chose it to remind her of the importance of living each day to the fullest; to focus on the present day; not to worry so much about what lies ahead; not to reminisce too much over the past; and to incorporate her heritage.
Britt is having some trouble narrowing her name down. The trail names she is considering include: "Bobby Pin," "Stumble" or "Trip." If you know her, these words all fit her well. We'll break it down for those of you who don't know. Help her choose a name or offer a suggestion.
-"Bobby Pin": She is obsessed with keeping her bangs pulled back (which she cuts often despite wanting to grow them out). When she can't find her buzillion bobby pins, she freaks.
-"Stumble" or "Trip": She has already fallen three times, and Kirstin hasn't at all :) She lost a hand-knitted mitten that our mom made but wasn't willing to hike back to find it...who would? She spills food and water every time she eats/drinks. She loses our knife and mace on a consistent basis (but manages to find them at some point). She is a mess when she puts on her pack (gets all the straps in a tangle). The list goes on, but you get the point
When we've been registering, we've signed in as "Chicago Sisters." The other day, a man on the trail yelled "Hey Chicago" to get our attention. We also both have Chicago flag patches sewn on to our packs. We love representing this great city!
Yesterday, prior to leaving the trail and heading to Franklin, we encountered our first Trail Magic. Former thru-hikers placed a cooler full of pop & honey buns at the end of the trail. This was an unexpected, lovely treat. The Mello Yellow tasted amazing, and it also help us patiently wait for a hitch into town.
Trail Names:
Another tradition on the trail is to acquire a trail name. This is a moniker that hikers use on the trail instead of their birth name. Often times, you don't know another hiker's "real" name. Prior to leaving, Kirstin creatively chose "Idag" which in Swedish means "today." She chose it to remind her of the importance of living each day to the fullest; to focus on the present day; not to worry so much about what lies ahead; not to reminisce too much over the past; and to incorporate her heritage.
Britt is having some trouble narrowing her name down. The trail names she is considering include: "Bobby Pin," "Stumble" or "Trip." If you know her, these words all fit her well. We'll break it down for those of you who don't know. Help her choose a name or offer a suggestion.
-"Bobby Pin": She is obsessed with keeping her bangs pulled back (which she cuts often despite wanting to grow them out). When she can't find her buzillion bobby pins, she freaks.
-"Stumble" or "Trip": She has already fallen three times, and Kirstin hasn't at all :) She lost a hand-knitted mitten that our mom made but wasn't willing to hike back to find it...who would? She spills food and water every time she eats/drinks. She loses our knife and mace on a consistent basis (but manages to find them at some point). She is a mess when she puts on her pack (gets all the straps in a tangle). The list goes on, but you get the point
When we've been registering, we've signed in as "Chicago Sisters." The other day, a man on the trail yelled "Hey Chicago" to get our attention. We also both have Chicago flag patches sewn on to our packs. We love representing this great city!
7 comments:
Hey Brittany and Kirstin,
Continue safely on your amazing journey.
Love, Aunt Kristen
Oh yes, Megan's last chemo ended last Friday!
Stay warm and love the pix!
Aunt Kristen
I love seeing all your pictures. I am keeping up with you. Glad all is well.
I think her name should be Grace. It would be much nicer but in a sarcastic way!
I don't like you hitching rides!
i'm so glad you uploaded pics... it's like i'm there with you!!!! sounds like you girls are having quite the.... adventure! i can only IMAGINE how challenging it is, but i know you girls are rocking the trails. KEEP IT UP! YOU GO GIRLS!!! try to stay away from the crazies!! and for britt's trail name... well those are all good choices... i don't really have a favorite... bobby pin makes me giggle... i'll explain when we talk next!
updates from chicago:
-mckinley still misses you. a lot. we got a carpet though and she is one happy puppy! also, she made a new bff... shane!
-i'm working yet again at fulton...
-the fence in the front of your building... well... it gone! some car ran off the road, drove on the sidewalk, hit the corner of the building/fence, and almost hit the honda parked on racine. the fence impaled their window, the tires came off, and the driver and passenger made a run for it. the front of your building looks so bare now.
missing you lots!!! sending you lots of love. MUAH!
Your pictures are great. Sure hope the weather improves. We just had 2 days of rain here - hopefully that doesn't get to you. Hitch-hiking, cliffs, crazies, frost-bite - Yikes!! Please stay safe. Did receive one SPOT message - read more info on using the SPOT - it needs to be kept on for about 20 minutes to wait for a satellite to pick it up!! I agree with Shell - Brittany's trail name should be Grace. Look forward to hearing from you again. Miss you and love you tons, Mom
Hey Girls:
Between the choices, I like the name Trip. Enjoy yourself!
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