Aww, @evamariewild baked a cake to remind me that it’s time to be moving along. #familytime #blessed
Author: cleanshave
Running with the Dogs
Running barefoot with the dogs for the last few days, finished slimming down my woobie to make room for puffy pants inside my pack, things are winding down and it’s almost time to head south. Note to Self: Buy a Smoker #meatdiet #dirtydogs #wandering
Stilts!
Been a long time since I’ve walked on stilts, guess which one of us took a dive into the asphalt? Good luck with your Halloween costume Eva Wild Crain
Writer’s Tears
Halfway through the rough draft of my novel, and I’m not sure how to end it. @kenny.crain must have heard me crying over the laptop #writerstears #whiskey #writing
Lovecraftian Thoughts
There will be signs… #cthulhu #greatoldones #Lovecraftian #writing
Writing Retreat
The unofficial writing retreat, courtesy of @evamariewild & @kenny.crain #thankful #writinglife
Lovecraftian Mushrooms
Deciding that a morning dose of mushrooms was a brilliant notion, he drank the thick sludge in three large gulps. As the effects slowly took hold, he found himself undertaking another task, altering his Woobie to accommodate more versatile mountain pants. Despite ample space in his backpack, he was gripped by the urge to minimize, […]
Break Time!
Venturing beyond the serene mountains into the realm of the “real world” brought a shift in rhythm. The hush of peaks was replaced by the scrape of carpet and tile underfoot, trips to the junkyard, some DIY acupuncture, and hearty indulgence in the pleasure of eating. Oh, the feasting! From the savor of egg foo […]
Mt. Jefferson Wilderness, PCT, Oregon
The end of another chapter, it’s time to get off trail. For now. Yet, remember, it is a loyal companion, waiting in the shadows, ever ready for those moments when the wilderness beckons and the call of the woods becomes irresistible. Whether your spirit craves a leisurely stroll through the mountains or a more profound […]
Little Crater Lake, PCT, Oregon
The effects were subtle, yet profound, following his encounter with the fabled waters of Little Crater Lake. This spring-fed pond, chilling even in summer at a mere 34 degrees, held a reputation for bestowing a unique kind of energy. And as he continued his southbound trek along the Pacific Crest Trail, that energy seemed to […]