Three years and counting. That’s how long it has taken me to attempt to finish this project of a trail. I know, you’re all thinking, didn’t she finish it last year? All but this one mountain range named the Bigelow’s. Blue and I were on a tight deadline and we had to passover something, and this was our jump. I’m back to connect the dots and wash my hands, once and for all, of all things AT!

This year, for the first time in my long distance career, I have my loyal partner with me, Georgie Baraga. Yep, that’s my hubby of 29 years and he has signed up to be my Trail Angel. No, he’s not hiking it but most importantly, he is driving me to Rangely, Maine. Rangely is a hunters paradise, fishing Mecca and all-around Sportsman’s destination, making it a perfect place for George to hang his hat, as I go for my trek.

Right now we are flying Southwest to Portland, Maine where we will pickup a rental car, and be tourists for a few days. After our anniversary and my birthday, I will return to my nemesis. No, it’s not really that bad, but I am praying that come what may, I’ll have two trails in the bag, and only one to go.

I’ve been asked, why go back for a measly 50 miles and change? It’s all about wanting to finish each section, connecting all the steps and being able to state that I, Geisha Girl, have completed this task and trail with integrity, endurance and a lot of answered prayers. The weather will be much of the same, wet and rainy, the terrain will have many ups and downs, and the miles will vary from day to day. But the most gratifying part will be when I exit at my destination, I will greeted by my biggest fan of all time, Mr. Baraga! And that will be super special.

So another blog, another adventure and another trek over some beautiful mountains called the Bigelows Range. And if I’m lucky enough, I might just see a moose or two, or maybe just a duck. Should be quite a hike indeed.

The Lord turns my darkness into light. 2 Samual 22:29