Height Challenges

Interesting thought. And I would have to agree...in today's volleyball world. I was of average height when I was playing college volleyball 10 years ago. By today's standards, I am below average...especially for my primary position, middle blocker. Most top division 1 programs have middle blockers that average 6'3". 

Times have changed and I'm glad I'm not trying to battle against these athletes now. 

I'm Everywhere

Sasquatch makes an appearance at work. 

Fact of the day: I acquired the nickname Sasquatch because I was observed lurking thru the woods neighboring a community park where we were playing some volleyball.

My Sasquatch nickname has since morphed in to Sassy. 

Why Do I Hike?

We'll just jump right past the fact that I've neglected this blog for almost nine months and, instead, jump in to my latest musings.

Today's question: "Why do I hike?"

Excellent question...here are my list of answers (in no particular order...except the last one is the most important):

1. I can't afford a gym membership.
2. I hate running.
3. I hate biking.
4. I love exploring.
5. I love reading maps.  An artifact from my Girl Scout days.

6. I went to Berkeley...ergo, I'm a hippie...ergo, I'm a tree hugger.    

7. Although not always accurate, I love the feeling of being somewhere that most people haven't been.

8. I love adding up the mileage and the sense of accomplishment when I reach a new max.

9. I love the silhouettes and contrasts of the trees with the light.

10. I love being away from the noise pollution of the city.

11. Because I have to live up to my nickname "Sasquatch".

12. I love, love, love the views. 

13. And probably above all else, I hike because of the joy that this guy experiences when we do...