More on Mike's "why"
More on Mike's "why"
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While on the trail, I would also like to help others by fundraising for the Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation. My son was diagnosed with Crohn’s, and at the time, I was not sure if he would make it. It's pretty scary to think you might lose one of your kids. The good news is they were able to get his Crohn’s under control. His Crohn’s hasn’t been cured. However, they’re able to manage his Crohn's symptoms with infusions that he will need for the rest of his life. Again this is NOT A CURE but symptom management. Your donations will help to fund research to find a cure for Crohn’s & Colitis.
Your donations will also help me stay motivated and committed to finishing the trail on the hard days when I’m wondering what the heck am I doing on the trail!
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Map updated: 26 May 2023
April 17, 2023 - On the way to Big Bear
IMG_1278.MOVApril 1, 2023 - Leaving Mount Laguna
April 1 Mount Laguna.MOVVistas of southern CA thru Mike's eyes.
Mike flat section POV.MOVTrudging to town in the snow.
Mike to town in the snow.MOVMarch 29, 2023 - Clouds roll in on day 4
day 4 Mike.MOVMarch 28, 2023 - Day 3!
day 3 Mike.MOVMarch 27, 2023 - Day two on the way to Lake Morena
day 2 Mike.MOVMarch 26, 2023 - Day one on the trail
IMG_0770.MOVMarch 10, 2023 - Email from Mike two weeks before his start date:
Before doing a big Hike, it is recommended you write down your Why before you start. This is used to reflect on when you are having a bad day or days so you do not quit. This hike is going to be hard physically however, it we be even more difficult mentally.
If you are curious, here is my list.
Why am I hiking the PCT?
I want an adventure of a lifetime.
I want to challenge myself physically and mentally.
Life is short; someone has to do crazy stuff.
I want to do this Hike when I am still strong before I get too old.
To fulfill a dream, I have had for years. Live the Dream!
I would like to inspire other people to get outside and challenge themselves.
I don't want to regret not attempting to do the PCT later in life because it's something I have dreamed about for years.
I want to meet new friends on the PCT.
Show everyone it doesn't matter how old you are, you can still do whatever you want. Now go kick Ass! You Old Mule!
If there are fires or snow, work around them and then come back and complete that section. No excuse's to quit !!! Don't give up!
JFDI = Term from Rapport Leadership (Just Focus and Do It)
Help others by fundraising for the Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation.
When I successfully complete the PCT, I will...
I will have a story of a lifetime!
I will be an example to my kids and grandkids that they can do anything they want to. There are no limits!
I will be a better listener.
Know how to live in the moment.
See life in a new light.
Accomplished a lifelong dream!
I will feel as though I lived my life and fulfilled a dream by hiking the PCT.
I will be a better Husband, Dad, and Grandfather.
If I give up on the PCT, I will...
Regret quitting for the rest of my life.
Miss experiences of a lifetime.
Have less self-confidence that I can accomplish anything I dream of.
Not be the example I want to be for my kids and grandkids.
Not be the person I believe that I am.
Give family, friends, and people my age an excuse not to do the hard things in life and live their dreams!
Be disappointed in myself for not giving it 110%.
Feeling like I don't have enough Grit.
Settle for less than I want.
Not be happy with myself.
Have to always wonder what if I had not quit.
I may start compromising in other areas of my life!
I will not be happy with myself and if I am not happy with myself I will not be the husband, dad, and grandfather I should be!
You all take it easy and I will be in touch.
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