Breaking down my barriers and the beginning of a long hike

Well I think the only way for this blog to have any worth is to let down my guard and let you all know what's going on without filters. I usually keep the barriers up pretty high as I'm not much of a talker and only a small number of you know I'm a sensitive and emotional being.

Today was an extremely hard day. I cried when grandpa died, I cried when dad died, I tear up occasionally with a good book or a movie, and today I cried as I left behind my lady, my pup, my home and everything that I currently know life to be.

But as I sit out on the back porch of my hostel and see those mountains in the distance, not knowing what lies ahead, everything seems to be just right.

After months of planning and training and anxiety filled nights I'm ready to hit this trail. Breakfast at 7:30 with the other hikers and then we hit the trail at 8:30. 

Until next time.