Eric and I have been trying to get to Banff, Canada since 2017 but bears and budget have always scared us away from booking a trip. So when we discovered an alternative to Banff that was within budget and far from the crowds, we hopped on a plane to Calgary!
A recent hike up Grandfather Mountain in North Carolina reminded me of how hiking with rheumatoid arthritis has shaped me into a healthier person, both mentally and physically. No, this is not a story about overcoming adversity by pushing myself beyond human limits. It’s the opposite actually. It’s about failing and what can be learned from it.
