I started this trip because G-man asked to go backpacking. Sounded simple enough, appealing to that part of me that loves to plan, dream, wander. I thought I would use it as a way to stay connected to an often disconnected teenager. I realize now that it really was more about me than him! I got to wander. I got to see the kind of man my son can become. I had time to do nothing but focus on the task at hand...setting up a tent, cooking a meal, staring at a campfire. I played with my kids. I also cried, laughed and felt profound joy with them.
Of course I hope they did too. I know that this kind of trip will be remembered for a very long time, hopefully always. I hope I can remember it when I am sitting in school board meetings, volunteering at their schools, folding laundry, shuttling them to all their sports practices, music lessons, school activities. I hope Cathy knows how grateful I am to have her. I hope I can do it again!
later, rob
"This life is more than just a read through..." Red Hot Chili Peppers
