Pictures Worth 2,315 miles...

Thank you TOMMY for the great haircut

Today, November 15th, was the original day we were supposed to be picking Teddy up from the airport.  Due to the hazardous weather and subzero temperatures, his journey was cut short, and we were reunited with him 12 days earlier than anticipated.  Just over a week has passed.  It has been a busy week.  A week of joy.  A week of chaos.  A week filled with football games, show and tell, family dinners, unpacking, bike riding, quiet time, story time, lots of eating, and reconnecting with family and friends.  And a trip to the barber.  Yes.  Probably the most necessary event over the last week. First the beard came off, and then all that hair.  All of that hair that protected Scarecrow from the elements along the PCT.  Glad  you are back, Teddy.

We have been so happy to hear about all the stories and adventures that Teddy has gone through, as well as look at the amazing photographs he took while on the trail.  So many pictures that capture the beautiful, breathtaking landscapes that Teddy hiked through... desert, snow covered mountains, and almost everything in between.  We have put together a video - a pictorial journal of some of the most beautiful, memorable moments and places that Teddy has seen while away on his trip.  A way to see what Teddy experienced, though his eyes, his camera, his love of hiking.  You will get to see some of his highest moments - and some of his lowest.

Unfortunately, I am not too tech savvy to work around rules and restrictions and the blog video was blurry when viewed on a large screen .  I have tried to correct it as much as I can, and have included a link for youtube.  This link will have a clearer video with no music (as per youtube and their copyright regs)  SORRY FOR THE CONFUSION :)

Video Journal of Scarecrow's Journey

My family was blessed in so many ways by this whole experience.  Most importantly, we got to feel all of the love and support surrounding us as we all watched Teddy's journey unfold.  We are truly grateful for each and every one of OUR trail angels that provided us with trail magic along the way - this wouldn't have been such a wonderful experience without each and every one of you.  Thanks for coming along for the hike.  May all of you trails be happy ones...

Until next time,
~ The Thruhiker's Wife ~

Music in the video by the following:
"The Story" by Brandi Carlile
"America" by Simon and Garfunkel
"You've Got a Friend In Me" by Randy Newman
"My Wish" by Rascal Flatts
Video Journal of Scarecrow's Trip