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camojack
05-23-2008, 09:15
So...any late-breaking news from or about our intrepid wanderer? :confused:
Dances with Mice
05-23-2008, 10:21
So...any late-breaking news from or about our intrepid wanderer? :confused:Well, I was going to write "I heard Matt stepped off the Trail to pee on the south side of a tree then walked north of the tree back to the Trail. So he skipped entire yards of Trail and is no longer eligible for the holy Patch," but I'm not.
Mother's Finest
05-23-2008, 12:04
our brother is heading for Atkins VA....as we speak.
for any matthewski stalkers out there, you may be able to find him some miles north of atkins tonight.
peace
mf
camojack
05-23-2008, 13:39
our brother is heading for Atkins VA....as we speak.
for any matthewski stalkers out there, you may be able to find him some miles north of atkins tonight.
peace
mf
I was just wondering how his ankle was holding (him) up... :confused:
There has been very little news lately. Not much to talk about.
Panzer
There has been very little news lately. Not much to talk about.
Panzer
Where's the bacon? I smell bacon.
camojack
05-23-2008, 23:14
Where's the bacon? I smell bacon.
Here ya go:
4129
Here ya go:
4129
I hope he stays out of the sun with that thing on! :eek:
Mother's Finest
05-24-2008, 12:30
Matt said that his ankle is doing ok, he got a brace for each ankle and it has helped him out very much he said. he also thinks the brace is the answer.
I think he said he did a 15 and 17 mile day. he was talking and the wind was blowing.
how about yesterday morning for a hike? absolutely stunning.
also, if anyone is up at the Pinnacle this Sunday morning, keep and eye out for my manager and his kids. My employee is taking his nephews and his daughter up for the hike from Hamburg Resevoir to the Pinnacle.
have a great holiday weekend everyone.
peace
mf
jessicacomp
05-27-2008, 14:47
Matty called me yesterday. He is in Bland, and was on his way to get icecream at Dairy Queen. I wish I was there- I would have gotten a butterfinger blizzard.
Jack Tarlin
05-27-2008, 14:50
Butterfinger Blizzard? Nah, more likely a bacon one. People looking for Matty will probably find him at the Rendezvous Motel in Pearisburg on Thursday or Friday, and most likely at Captain's hiker party that weekend, 20 miles further down the Trail.
Hey Matty, have your voice mail call my voice mail. No cell service here in Green Valley, CA
Did he pick back up from Overmountain Shelter or hike out of Damascus?
Did he pick back up from Overmountain Shelter or hike out of Damascus?
Who? Kirby? :rolleyes:
Jack Tarlin
05-27-2008, 15:48
Actually, I'm kinda surprised Mowgli didn't give us a discourse on drinking regulations at the Rendezvous Motel, in that he seems to have a pathological interest in this sorta thing. :D
Um, but just so he knows.......yeah, it's allowed there, within reason.
Did he pick back up from Overmountain Shelter or hike out of Damascus?
He went north from here...........
Saw Johnny Thunder yesterday here.........
Actually, I'm kinda surprised Mowgli didn't give us a discourse on drinking regulations at the Rendezvous Motel, in that he seems to have a pathological interest in this sorta thing. :D
That's funny right there! Jack lecturing me on "pathological interests"!!! :p
Right Warren? ;)
Jack Tarlin
05-27-2008, 15:59
So which of you is Abbot and which is Costello?
Or better yet, aren't you missing a Stooge? :rolleyes:
I find it humorous that my name popped up in this thread.
It seems that the "hike you own hike" motto only applies when everyone is satisfied with the way you are hiking your hike.
I am yet to receive any PM's on the matter, so clearly some people are raising a fuss on the forums for the hell of it.
Hope Matty is well and in one piece.
Kirby
Matt called,
he said shelters suck.
Panzer
A couple of the hikers I took back to the trail after Hardcore said people were refering to him as the 'shelter pest'. I don't have any idea whether that is good or bad. With him you never know. :D
A couple of the hikers I took back to the trail after Hardcore said people were refering to him as the 'shelter pest'. I don't have any idea whether that is good or bad. With him you never know. :D
Are your sure you heard that right? Could it have been "shelter PET"? :D
Gray Blazer
05-28-2008, 09:35
Shelter preist?
Jack Tarlin
05-28-2008, 16:47
Shelter Purist?
Pantheist?
Polemicist?
The possibilities are endless.
Truth is, Matty usually tents.
see post #1271 above..
Panzer
I like shelters. As Jack knows only too well, I love spooning.
camojack
05-31-2008, 18:08
So, where the H.E. double hockey sticks is that boy, anywho? :cool:
mweinstone
06-01-2008, 09:01
im at the feed at captians house 20 north of perisberg. walking 12 today with johnney thunder and wakpak and chaco and others. capt put on a great feed. 50 hikers at least. all is fine, will be in dunncannon for the feed. ankles requireing advil and rest, doing both,. walked 23 into the shelter before perisberg the other day, then walked 7.5 into jacks shower at the rondevous. 3 shots and lundry later and jack got us a car from brenda and food shopped us.
Frolicking Dinosaurs
06-01-2008, 09:33
I like shelters. As Jack knows only too well, I love spooning.Spooning with Jack? We must hear some details :D
Blue Jay
06-01-2008, 09:37
Spooning with Jack? We must hear some details :D
NOOOOOOOOOOOOOO.. I've been trying to keep quiet, but someone always drags me in.
camojack
06-02-2008, 00:38
Spooning with Jack? We must hear some details :D
I have to disagree. :eek:
Aww c'mon! Who doesn't enjoy a little shelter frottage every now and then?
saimyoji
06-02-2008, 09:30
Aww c'mon! Who doesn't enjoy a little shelter frottage every now and then?
Do you mean:?
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Frotteurism
Begining of week 12...
Panzer
camojack
06-03-2008, 00:38
Begining of week 12...
Woo Hoo!!! :D
Woo Hoo!!! :D
Hoo Woo!!!!
We haven't had much drama lately.
Anyone know where he is?
Panzer
http://i271.photobucket.com/albums/jj132/l8tr_dude/bfitznjack.jpg
Mother's Finest
06-03-2008, 11:39
Yes,
Heading for Daleville tomorrow.
peace
mf
http://i271.photobucket.com/albums/jj132/l8tr_dude/bfitznjack.jpg
About right but it was the treehouse at Kincora. Much more romantic.
http://i271.photobucket.com/albums/jj132/l8tr_dude/trft-1.jpg?t=1212518220
About right but it was the treehouse at Kincora. Much more romantic.
no, that just ain't right.............:D
Jester2000
06-03-2008, 16:45
no, that just ain't right.............:D
Caused a cross-country esophosplash.
camojack
06-03-2008, 17:36
Caused a cross-country esophosplash.
Izzat what it's called nowadays? :eek:
Mother's Finest
06-03-2008, 17:46
Caused a cross-country esophosplash.
I achieved a 720 on the verbal portion of the SAT twenty years ago.
It took me five minutes to comprehend that one. And I am still not sure.
does that mean my slow is brain?
peace
mf
Skidsteer
06-03-2008, 19:35
http://i271.photobucket.com/albums/jj132/l8tr_dude/trft-1.jpg?t=1212518220
Remind me never to piss you off, jerseyhick. :eek:
camojack
06-04-2008, 00:42
Matt called...he's in Daleville. That is all... ;)
http://i271.photobucket.com/albums/jj132/l8tr_dude/pnytl.jpg
camojack
06-04-2008, 08:24
http://i271.photobucket.com/albums/jj132/l8tr_dude/pnytl.jpg
In my case, the ponytail grows until it gets long enough to donate to "Locks of Love" (http://www.locksoflove.org/)...so say what you will about that.
In my case, the ponytail grows until it gets long enough to donate to "Locks of Love" (http://www.locksoflove.org/)...so say what you will about that.
that's me on the right...
ps.... that is a great cause to give to!
camojack
06-04-2008, 08:38
that's me on the right...
ps.... that is a great cause to give to!
I knew that wasn't you in your avatar; it's "Jay" of "Jay & Silent Bob", right?
Here's my ponytail:
4200
http://s271.photobucket.com/albums/jj132/l8tr_dude/th_jay.jpg
is this gonna spawn a "How do you keep your ponytail while on the trail" thread?
camojack
06-04-2008, 09:10
http://s271.photobucket.com/albums/jj132/l8tr_dude/th_jay.jpg
is this gonna spawn a "How do you keep your ponytail while on the trail" thread?
I can't speak for anyone else, but I keep mine behind me...on the trail, and everywhere else. :D
Mother's Finest
06-04-2008, 10:35
dang hippies
I say that as a former multiple time long hair.
peace
mf
Chaco Taco
06-04-2008, 14:50
Matthewski is on his way to meet me, Wakapak, Johnny Thunder at the Hojo in Daleville.
Chaco Taco
06-04-2008, 14:50
dang hippies
mf
I resemble that statement
Trillium
06-04-2008, 19:54
http://i271.photobucket.com/albums/jj132/l8tr_dude/pnytl.jpg
I can tell you exactly what it says. . . it says H O T! http://www.spartantailgate.com/forums/images/smilies/loveface.gif
I donated 11 inches to locks of love a year and a half ago. The people at the salon treated me like a queen for donating. Not sure I'll grow it long enough again, I'm liking it about an inch below shoulder length.
Mother's Finest
06-04-2008, 20:42
Matthewski is on his way to meet me, Wakapak, Johnny Thunder at the Hojo in Daleville.
I hope you enjoy yourself Colonel.
peace
mf
camojack
06-05-2008, 00:36
I can tell you exactly what it says. . . it says H O T! http://www.spartantailgate.com/forums/images/smilies/loveface.gif
Thanks, hon'...it was nice meeting you at "Trail Daze":
http://www.freesmileys.org/smileys/happy039.gif (http://www.freesmileys.org)http://www.freesmileys.org/smileys/happy039.gif (http://www.freesmileys.org)http://www.freesmileys.org/smileys/happy039.gif (http://www.freesmileys.org)http://www.freesmileys.org/smileys/happy039.gif (http://www.freesmileys.org)http://www.freesmileys.org/smileys/happy039.gif (http://www.freesmileys.org)http://www.freesmileys.org/smileys/happy039.gif (http://www.freesmileys.org)http://www.freesmileys.org/smileys/happy039.gif (http://www.freesmileys.org)http://www.freesmileys.org/smileys/happy039.gif (http://www.freesmileys.org)http://www.freesmileys.org/smileys/happy039.gif (http://www.freesmileys.org)
I can tell you exactly what it says. . . it says H O T! http://www.spartantailgate.com/forums/images/smilies/loveface.gif
I hoping your a girl..:)
Panzer
Johnny Thunder
06-05-2008, 09:18
Matty's standing next to me as I post...he's to my left...an ATM is to my right...I'm drinking coffee...farting...a lot...we're breathing.
Matty's standing next to me as I post...he's to my left...an ATM is to my right...I'm drinking coffee...farting...a lot...we're breathing.
Sounds like ya'll have your priorities in order. Any of them staunch Demo-crats around there?
Matty's standing next to me as I post...he's to my left...an ATM is to my right...I'm drinking coffee...farting...a lot...we're breathing.
Chaco anywhere around?
Chaco Taco
06-05-2008, 09:52
Farting loudly
camojack
06-06-2008, 01:07
Matty's standing next to me as I post...he's to my left...an ATM is to my right...I'm drinking coffee...farting...a lot...we're breathing.
But where? http://www.freesmileys.org/smileys/confused002.gif (http://www.freesmileys.org)
Lone Wolf
06-06-2008, 01:08
But where? http://www.freesmileys.org/smileys/confused002.gif (http://www.freesmileys.org)
damascus
camojack
06-06-2008, 01:42
damascus
WHAT?! I thought they left there weeks ago... http://www.freesmileys.org/smileys/shocked003.gif (http://www.freesmileys.org)
Mother's Finest
06-06-2008, 10:38
it is a very tricky hike.
peace
mf
In my case, the ponytail grows until it gets long enough to donate to "Locks of Love" (http://www.locksoflove.org/)...so say what you will about that.
Locks of love is a huge scam! They sucker people into donating hair so they can sell them to celebrities who need weaves. They say they are making wigs for kids with cancer, but kids with cancer almost always use artificial hair wigs. I wish more people were aware of their lies!
Red Wolf
06-06-2008, 14:09
PONYTAILS ----" GANJ ! ! ! "
Formerly, I was a longhair, poneytale below the waist ( --a wolf secret ) ,
RW .
WHAT?! I thought they left there weeks ago... http://www.freesmileys.org/smileys/shocked003.gif (http://www.freesmileys.org)
This is not your normal everyday thru-hike. Hiking backwards is permissible.
Panzer
Locks of love is a huge scam! They sucker people into donating hair so they can sell them to celebrities who need weaves. They say they are making wigs for kids with cancer, but kids with cancer almost always use artificial hair wigs. I wish more people were aware of their lies!
Are you sure about that? :confused:
Panzer
camojack
06-06-2008, 14:46
Locks of love is a huge scam! They sucker people into donating hair so they can sell them to celebrities who need weaves. They say they are making wigs for kids with cancer, but kids with cancer almost always use artificial hair wigs. I wish more people were aware of their lies!
Are you sure about that? :confused:
Yes, really...can you substantiate that?
'Cause there are other places to donate hair, and if what you're saying is true, I'd rather give it to them...
angewrite
06-06-2008, 16:33
Yes, really...can you substantiate that?
'Cause there are other places to donate hair, and if what you're saying is true, I'd rather give it to them...
http://www.onmilwaukee.com/family/articles/locksforlove.html
camojack
06-06-2008, 21:19
http://www.onmilwaukee.com/family/articles/locksforlove.html
Good article, darlin'...thanks. Here's a relevant excerpt:
Lauren Kukkamaa, Locks of Love communications director, says the organization is often misunderstood.
"We're a word-of-mouth organization that has benefited greatly from word of mouth, but also information changes as it goes down the line and gets misinterpreted a lot," she says.
Kukkamaa confirms that Locks of Love collects more hair then they can use, and sells the surplus hair to commercial wig companies. However, Kukkamaa says the organization sells the hair for two very important reasons.
First of all, she says, much of the hair they receive is unusable because it's either gray, dyed or too short. Locks of Love hair donations must be natural in color – but not gray -- and at least 10-in. long to make a hairpiece.
Also, Kukkamaa says Locks of Love is a charity, not a wig manufacturer, and so the organization pays $1,000 out-of-pocket per hairpiece, which is still much less then the retail cost of $3,500. She says the money they make from selling surplus hair helps to offset the cost of manufacturing.
"These hairpieces are very expensive. They are custom-made for each child. They fit like a prosthesis and have a vacuum fit so no one can pull it off," she says. "Children can swim and play sports while wearing them."
Kukkamaa says Locks of Love is legit – as did the Better Business Bureau...
trailangelmary
06-07-2008, 02:31
So you all have created a curiosity with me. I am wondering how some organizations are related? A few years back when friend of mine was battling cancer I remember that she got some wig/hats from the American Cancer Society. I also remember when she was in remission that she said she was going to donate those hats/wigs to the American Cancer Society. Eventually cancer took her life.
At the time, I thought that all the organizations that had anything to do with hair for those fighting cancer were all good. But I guess I was expecting too much. Once again, my idea of the way it should be turns out to me being uninformed and dreaming.
Wouldn't it be nice if they all worked together to make life easier for all involved!
http://whiteblaze.net/forum/vbg/files/1/5/3/1/Matthewski.jpg
Are you sure about that? :confused:
Panzer
Just search "locks of love truth" and you'll find lots of articles about them. Basically, 80% of the hair they receive isn't even usable. What is usable is mostly sold for cash. Since their inception, only about 2000 wigs (less than 200 a year) have been donated, but millions of young people have donated hair. Children who have lost hair by chemotherapy are not eligible as they only do wigs for those who have permanent hair loss. But people want to feel good about themselves and giving, so they get suckered into donating. This is just one example of an article telling the truth: www.squidoo.com/locksoflove.
Mother's Finest
06-07-2008, 12:14
Folks,
Camo posted some truly relevant information.
Any charity has expenses. I am not defending Locks of Love, nor defaming them.
But the fact that they sell hair, does nothing to take away from the 200 wigs per year they have donated. If you multiply 200x3500= 700000.00 that is 3/4 of amillion for those with math problems.
Where do you think they get money to operate?
the Better Business Bureau is not going to give their stamp of approval to a scam. Whatever your friend may have told you.
peace
mf
Mother's Finest
06-07-2008, 12:15
Matty would help them
peace
mf
Chaco Taco
06-07-2008, 13:06
We are all in Daleville......Again. Its damn hot and he's puffing:bse
Mother's Finest
06-07-2008, 13:13
We are all in Daleville......Again. Its damn hot and he's puffing:bse
don't you hate that Chaco, when its real hot and in the sunshine and you can't even tell if it is burning or not. Who's got that Fire?
peace
mf
We are all in Daleville......Again. Its damn hot and he's puffing:bse
I'm glad I'm indoors today. My wife has the air conditioner turned soo cold that I have to put on socks and shoes to keep warm.
Panzer
camojack
06-07-2008, 16:08
http://whiteblaze.net/forum/vbg/files/1/5/3/1/Matthewski.jpg
Looks like that picture was taken at Trail "Daze" last year...or so. Matt has nowhere near that much hair now. :-?
I'm glad I'm indoors today. My wife has the air conditioner turned soo cold that I have to put on socks and shoes to keep warm.
Awww, poor baby... :D
We are all in Daleville......Again. Its damn hot and he's puffing:bse
One day of hiking in that heat takes as much out of you as hiking 2 days at normal temperatures.
Panzer
camojack
06-08-2008, 09:56
Matt called early this morning...he left a message, 'cause I was still abed. :rolleyes:
I called back, but all I got was voice mail; so I left a message of my own.
Phone tag!!!
Frolicking Dinosaurs
06-08-2008, 10:10
When you reach him tell the Dino sends some moma-loving his way
camojack
06-08-2008, 10:15
When you reach him tell the Dino sends some moma-loving his way
Will do... :)
Chaco Taco
06-08-2008, 13:42
He walked out of Daleville at 6 am this morning
camojack
06-08-2008, 13:58
He walked out of Daleville at 6 am this morning
The phone message he left me this morning was at 6:41.
I didn't get up 'til 9:30 or so, but I did call back and leave a message of my own...
Cool AT Breeze
06-08-2008, 15:22
I miss Matty someone tell him to call me. I lost his number, he has mine.I got off the trail last Thursday and I'm trying to cope with the world again.
camojack
06-08-2008, 15:37
I miss Matty someone tell him to call me. I lost his number, he has mine.I got off the trail last Thursday and I'm trying to cope with the world again.
Does he know you by "Cool AT Breeze"? I'll mention it to him...
Skidsteer
06-08-2008, 20:13
Tell him I cut my hair and donated it to Locks of Love. Seriously. One of those weird coincidences and when I caught up on the thread I was freaked out to read the discussion.
I've decided to be a hair farmer for kids with cancer. Bet I'll have a rubber band on it again by Soruck '09. :)
But the fact that they sell hair, does nothing to take away from the 200 wigs per year they have donated. If you multiply 200x3500= 700000.00 that is 3/4 of amillion for those with math problems. Actually the article mentions they pay less than $1000 per wig so that's $200,000.... and they get a lot more hair than that as well as money donations!
the Better Business Bureau is not going to give their stamp of approval to a scam.
Actually, the BBB has not given them a "stamp of approval". What they say is that they have disclosed their income for the past two years while previously they had not...
Sorry I have been on the road and didn't see this post till today, so back to Matty....
Cool AT Breeze
06-08-2008, 20:29
I'm Cool Breeze on the trail.I hiked with him off and on.I yellow blazed him from Davenport Gap to Standing Bear.
jessicacomp
06-08-2008, 20:35
cool breeze, where are you? did you go back to florida or are you still lingering around the trail?
I miss Matty someone tell him to call me. I lost his number, he has mine.I got off the trail last Thursday and I'm trying to cope with the world again.
doggone it man, sounds like your in love...........:o
doggone it man, sounds like your in love...........:o
on the other hand, matty is easy to love.........:sun
camojack
06-09-2008, 00:33
on the other hand, matty is easy to love.........:sun
That he is, my friend, that he is. :)
Cool AT Breeze
06-09-2008, 00:48
Two Beers,how are you? I'm back home in FL. I miss you guys. I'll be back on the trail in Feb. And yes I love Matty and all my other trail family.
camojack
06-09-2008, 01:05
Two Beers,how are you? I'm back home in FL. I miss you guys. I'll be back on the trail in Feb. And yes I love Matty and all my other trail family.
FYI, I did call and leave a message for Matt, pertaining to your request for him to call you...
Cool AT Breeze
06-09-2008, 01:32
Thanks Camojack.
camojack
06-09-2008, 03:41
Thanks Camojack.
¡No problemo, señor! :)
jessicacomp
06-10-2008, 10:34
he's about 30 miles north of daleville. and i miss him. i'm going to try and talk him into yellowblazing up to front royal :)
he's about 30 miles north of daleville. and i miss him. i'm going to try and talk him into yellowblazing up to front royal :)
Friends don't let friends yellowblaze.
jessicacomp
06-10-2008, 12:12
well, I trust that he will go back and do that section. It's just so awful hot out, and he sounds unhappy. I'm pretty unhappy up here in Front Royal, so it only makes sense that together we could be much happier.
well, I trust that he will go back and do that section. It's just so awful hot out, and he sounds unhappy. I'm pretty unhappy up here in Front Royal, so it only makes sense that together we could be much happier.
I think Matty is turning into a "Babe Magnet" :D
Panzer
Johnny Thunder
06-10-2008, 14:43
I think Matty is turning into a "Babe Magnet" :D
Panzer
I think you spelled " **** Magnet" wrong.
That said; it's hot down here...misery lurks...feet swell...we siesta. Whatever his reasons, Matty hiked out of town about a day in front of the folks he walked in with. If he'd slow up we'll catch him...or not.
I think you spelled " **** Magnet" wrong.
That said; it's hot down here...misery lurks...feet swell...we siesta. Whatever his reasons, Matty hiked out of town about a day in front of the folks he walked in with. If he'd slow up we'll catch him...or not.
Right now it (feels like) 101 degrees here where I live in Bucks county, PA.
Panzer
jessicacomp
06-10-2008, 16:37
I think you spelled " **** Magnet" wrong.
:eek: JT!
I love that that word comes up censored.
Anyway, I called you a little bit ago, Mr. Thunder. I also called Matty and told him that if he slowed down, he'd see you guys. I wish everyone was here in Front Royal drinking beer with me. :(
Mother's Finest
06-10-2008, 17:23
he he he, change the a to an o and you have the correct spelling.
it took me a few minutes mr. thunder, but the hippocampus still works.
peace
mf
trailangelmary
06-10-2008, 20:13
That said; it's hot down here...misery lurks...feet swell...we siesta.
Hang in there '08ers. Hi Johnny Thunder. Go, Jt Go!
sloopjonboswell
06-10-2008, 20:38
yea! maffewski!
Well at least the temperature has dropped about 30 degrees. Our intrepid heroes should get a good sleep tonight. They will probably even need their sleeping bags.
Good night
Panzer
camojack
06-11-2008, 00:36
Well at least the temperature has dropped about 30 degrees. Our intrepid heroes should get a good sleep tonight. They will probably even need their sleeping bags.
Good night
It certainly has been a "scorcher"... :eek:
nice cool might here, first night i did not need the air conditioner in a week.........
camojack
06-11-2008, 06:48
nice cool might here, first night i did not need the air conditioner in a week.........
A strong thunderstorm swept through the area here last night and cooled things off nicely.
(Put on quite a lightning show, too, it did)
It's currently 67º degrees here, according to the Weather Channel...
jessicacomp
06-12-2008, 09:59
Matty left me a message and told me where he was, but I didnt recognize the name of the town. He said he will only skip ahead if I marry him. So everyone either has to get out their best hiker trash garb for our wedding or look for a disappointed Matthewski walking somewhere between where he is and Front Royal. Oh what to decide, what to decide.
Dances with Mice
06-12-2008, 10:18
Matty left me a message and told me where he was, but I didnt recognize the name of the town. He said he will only skip ahead if I marry him. So everyone either has to get out their best hiker trash garb for our wedding or look for a disappointed Matthewski walking somewhere between where he is and Front Royal. Oh what to decide, what to decide.That's our boy, always the romantic one.
jessicacomp
06-12-2008, 10:28
well, this one was much better than his first proposal back in March. Still, I mean come on, a proposal via voicemail. You guys need to work on him.
Lone Wolf
06-12-2008, 11:56
Matty left me a message and told me where he was, but I didnt recognize the name of the town. He said he will only skip ahead if I marry him. So everyone either has to get out their best hiker trash garb for our wedding or look for a disappointed Matthewski walking somewhere between where he is and Front Royal. Oh what to decide, what to decide.
can i be your maid of honor since i gave you your trail name?
jessicacomp
06-12-2008, 12:17
Well, Bag O Tricks helped with the trail naming. So, you both get to be in the wedding. Maybe he can walk you down the aisle.
Wait- I haven't even agreed to marry Matty yet! A girl needs time to think- weigh the pros and cons, etc. :-?
Maybe he can walk you down the aisle.
.....
oh the photoshop possibilities..... and I'm too busy at work right now...... DAM!
jessicacomp
06-12-2008, 12:24
HA! work shmork, do it.
HA! work shmork, do it.
you know..... you're right!
http://i271.photobucket.com/albums/jj132/l8tr_dude/bot_wolf.jpg
trailangelmary
06-12-2008, 12:41
LMAO! That didn't take long, Jersey Hick!
Lone Wolf
06-12-2008, 12:47
LMAO! That didn't take long, Jersey Hick!
that boy got too much time on his hands.
angewrite
06-12-2008, 13:31
That is just GREAT! :-)
jessicacomp
06-12-2008, 13:34
oh I love it!
you people should also help me decide if I should marry Matty. He offered to give me half of his gear, and it's really nice gear.
Lone Wolf
06-12-2008, 13:36
oh I love it!
you people should also help me decide if I should marry Matty. He offered to give me half of his gear, and it's really nice gear.
no. he gives everything away. you won't ever sleep in a bed. you'll be on skid row in no time
*** jerseyhick scambles to find picture of jessicacomp ***
jessicacomp
06-12-2008, 13:45
Well, Lone Wolf, you've given me good advice in the past, like going to see the doctor in Damascus, so I guess i'm going to listen to you.
Dances with Mice
06-12-2008, 13:47
you people should also help me decide if I should marry Matty. He offered to give me half of his gear, and it's really nice gear.Don't fall for that trick. Hold out for the ring.
jessicacomp
06-12-2008, 13:51
my favorite thing to tell Matt is that he's older than my parents, and it's especially great because it's true.
trailangelmary
06-12-2008, 14:16
*** jerseyhick scambles to find picture of jessicacomp ***
Hi Jersey Hick. Hope these help.
Dances with Mice
06-12-2008, 14:34
Hi Jersey Hick. Hope these help.Matt - Give her ALL your stuff! I'll make you another staff.
http://i271.photobucket.com/albums/jj132/l8tr_dude/matt_jess.jpg
angewrite
06-12-2008, 15:12
Too funny
I was hiking around Grayson Highlands after trail days and ran into Matthewski. When one of my hiking partners Tom-B offered to carry out everyone bargage Matthewski took time to clean up all of the trash including cigerette butts from around the shelter. He gets trail credit for that effort. It was our pleasure to carry it out.
GREAT JOB MATTHEWSKI !!!
Blissful
06-12-2008, 15:36
The pictures are just too funny. :)
jessicacomp
06-12-2008, 15:48
hahahahahaha
jessicacomp
06-12-2008, 15:51
also, can anyone tell how hungover I am in that third picture? That's me holding my birthday cake made by Johnny Thunder and Matt, by the way.
Dances with Mice
06-12-2008, 15:56
also, can anyone tell how hungover I am in that third picture? That's me holding my birthday cake made by Johnny Thunder and Matt, by the way.OK, so you already know he won't be bringing mad cooking skills into this union. But I can witness that he scrubs pots and pans like a pro. That's a big plus!
jessicacomp
06-12-2008, 16:07
OK, so you already know he won't be bringing mad cooking skills into this union.
Well , I dont know....
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v124/slypsandtangles/mattycook.jpg
Two Beers, go ahead and marry him. I bet if you do you will never have a dull moment the rest of your life, and it is what he least expects, and it will make him skip up to Front Royal.
the goat
06-12-2008, 18:15
Two Beers, go ahead and marry him. I bet if you do you will never have a dull moment the rest of your life, and it is what he least expects, and it will make him skip up to Front Royal.
sage advice.
heed it.
jessicacomp
06-12-2008, 18:48
I tried to call him, he didnt answer. I told him he obviously isn't too committed to the marriage. If he calls back in 24 hours, I will accept his proposal. Otherwise I wont be in Front Royal anymore.
Skidsteer
06-12-2008, 19:02
Quick!
Somebody get hold of Matty before she changes her mind!
Cool AT Breeze
06-12-2008, 19:23
Matty do the right thing. Keep hiking.
Trillium
06-13-2008, 19:21
I would just observe that the recent postings make this thread singularly unique from the thread following a thru-hiker two yrs ago. I think all biologically significant women ran from that thru-hiker. :p
Dances with Mice
06-13-2008, 21:33
I would just observe that the recent postings make this thread singularly unique from the thread following a thru-hiker two yrs ago. I think all biologically significant women ran from that thru-hiker. :pThere's a lot of dipherences. We can't get The Olde Fhart into a phlame war over here, for one thing. He's phlaming on other phreads. Why would he ignore us? Why aren't we worphy?
I tried to call him, he didnt answer. I told him he obviously isn't too committed to the marriage. If he calls back in 24 hours, I will accept his proposal. Otherwise I wont be in Front Royal anymore.
I'll be proposing to you next if Matty don't take the bait!
Pokey2006
06-13-2008, 22:17
If that's your birthday cake, then I'd hate to seeing the wedding cake.
Sad looking thing. But I'm sure it was made with much love...
I'll be proposing to you next if Matty don't take the bait!
Ok, if you are after Matthewski, I call after you. The rest of you can get in line behind me.
angewrite
06-16-2008, 14:35
Matty is on his way to Waynesboro. He should be there later today.
camojack
06-16-2008, 15:12
you people should also help me decide if I should marry Matty. He offered to give me half of his gear, and it's really nice gear.
First of all, marriage is not something that anyone should enter into lightly. :-?
(Says the guy who's thrice divorced, but doesn't live in a van by the river)
That being said, Matt is a great guy, beloved of many...and for good reason. You could do much (MUCH!!!) worse. ;)
As the originator of this thread (FWIW) you certainly have my blessing.
http://i271.photobucket.com/albums/jj132/l8tr_dude/matt_jess.jpg
Dude, you are a Photoshop god... :D
Frolicking Dinosaurs
06-16-2008, 16:27
::: Dino Moma seen sniffing around to see if she is good enough to marry her Matty :::
Lone Wolf
06-16-2008, 17:00
Matty is on his way to Waynesboro. He should be there later today.
yellow blazing?
angewrite
06-16-2008, 17:08
yellow blazing?
You didn't hear it from me...
Lone Wolf
06-16-2008, 17:17
no more "thru-hiker" status. thread over
no more "thru-hiker" status. thread over
Can we at least wait to hear what Matty has to say?? As was said earlier, "it is a complicated hike".
camojack
06-16-2008, 17:37
no more "thru-hiker" status. thread over
It's my thread, and it ain't over as long as Matt has progress to monitor...and/or people are commenting. :-?
Anyway, it's the "Where's Matthewski" thread; he doesn't have to be thru-hiking, just somewhere. :D
Also, progress can be measured in a number of ways. :cool:
Besides, I think you're jumping to conclusions. :eek:
Not only that, but what about HYOH?! :confused:
Chainsaw 08
06-16-2008, 19:24
Matty is presently located at Grace Lutheran Hostel, where he is getting on everyone's nerves.
And Lone Wolf can get bent.
Lone Wolf
06-16-2008, 19:54
Matty is presently located at Grace Lutheran Hostel, where he is getting on everyone's nerves.
And Lone Wolf can get bent.
and you little bitch, need to find a sense of humor. 'k sweets? :)
Beginning of week 14. He's hanging in there.
Panzer
Matty is presently located at Grace Lutheran Hostel, where he is getting on everyone's nerves.
And Lone Wolf can get bent.
I don't believe it. :):):)
Panzer
Cool AT Breeze
06-16-2008, 22:38
Chainsaw why arn't you back on the trail?
mweinstone
06-16-2008, 23:08
what? i walked to mile 9 of the parkway and hitched . and ill go back their. hows that got all yall in a tilly? heres my skips. spivy to erwin. 11 miles. overmountain to damasskissers. and ive walked that before. so im not thru hiking ehh? cool. i allways thaught i wasnt. i guess im just walking then. so we can close this thread? oh,.. and i have big balls. the song? its a johnny thunder fav. he sings it alot.
no more "thru-hiker" status. thread over
I thought you were King of Blue-Blazing?!! :-? :confused:
I thought you were King of Blue-Blazing?!! :-? :confused:
But on this score, consistent -- LW doesn't call himself a thru-hiker. He heaps scorn on thru-hikers.
It's my thread, and it ain't over as long as Matt has progress to monitor...and/or people are commenting. :-?
Anyway, it's the "Where's Matthewski" thread; he doesn't have to be thru-hiking, just somewhere. :D
So, this thread need not ever end? BRILLIANT!
http://www.freesmileys.org/smileys/music013.gif
Welcome back my friends to the thread that never ends
We're so glad you could attend
Come inside, come inside...
camojack
06-17-2008, 00:20
what? i walked to mile 9 of the parkway and hitched . and ill go back their. hows that got all yall in a tilly? heres my skips. spivy to erwin. 11 miles. overmountain to damasskissers. and ive walked that before. so im not thru hiking ehh? cool. i allways thaught i wasnt. i guess im just walking then. so we can close this thread? oh,.. and i have big balls. the song? its a johnny thunder fav. he sings it alot.
Matt! Your parcels arrived. They are safe and secure at "La Casa de Camo".
(My rambling estate)
So, this thread need not ever end? BRILLIANT!
http://www.freesmileys.org/smileys/music013.gif
Welcome back my friends to the thread that never ends
We're so glad you could attend
Come inside, come inside...
Exactly!!! http://www.freesmileys.org/smileys/taunt010.gif (http://www.freesmileys.org)
Matt! Your parcels arrived. They are safe and secure at "La Casa de Camo".
(My rambling estate)
Exactly!!! http://www.freesmileys.org/smileys/taunt010.gif (http://www.freesmileys.org)
;);););)
trailangelmary
06-17-2008, 02:14
I have not heard from Matthewski today. I have not had a phone call or a PM from Matthewski!
I have not heard from Matthewski today. I have not had a phone call or a PM from Matthewski!
You and TOW need to get together and compare notes. ;)
You and TOW need to get together and compare notes. ;)
I gave up hope long ago..........:cool:
the goat
06-17-2008, 10:26
i spoke to matty just now, he's headed out of waynesboro, going on a little side trip, and then going back to resume the walk.
he's with johnny thunder and all is well.
In that case I'm not hiking either as I just skipped 200 miles of desert before the Sierras. In retrospect, I have no intentions of "thru-hiking" this year, just out enjoying myself. Range of Light next.
http://www.panoramio.com/photos/original/4989314.jpg
what? i walked to mile 9 of the parkway and hitched . and ill go back their. hows that got all yall in a tilly? heres my skips. spivy to erwin. 11 miles. overmountain to damasskissers. and ive walked that before. so im not thru hiking ehh? cool. i allways thaught i wasnt. i guess im just walking then. so we can close this thread? oh,.. and i have big balls. the song? its a johnny thunder fav. he sings it alot.
Alligator
06-17-2008, 13:36
In that case I'm not hiking either as I just skipped 200 miles of desert before the Sierras. In retrospect, I have no intentions of "thru-hiking" this year, just out enjoying myself. Range of Light next.
http://www.panoramio.com/photos/original/4989314.jpg
Absolutely gorgeous.
Absolutely gorgeous.
Stole it off the internet.;)
envirodiver
06-17-2008, 13:43
In that case I'm not hiking either as I just skipped 200 miles of desert before the Sierras. In retrospect, I have no intentions of "thru-hiking" this year, just out enjoying myself. Range of Light next.
http://www.panoramio.com/photos/original/4989314.jpg
Sly, where is this photo taken? That is an awsome shot and location. Is this the PCT?
Sly, where is this photo taken? That is an awsome shot and location. Is this the PCT?
Not sure I googled "range of light". It's in the sierras someplace. I'm at Kennedy Meadows now and will be hiking out later today or tomorrow and hopeto post some pics once I reach Lake Tahoe. in a few weeks
envirodiver
06-17-2008, 13:51
Not sure I googled "range of light". It's in the sierras someplace. I'm at Kennedy Meadows now and will be hiking out later today or tomorrow and hopeto post some pics once I reach Lake Tahoe. in a few weeks
Thanks for the info. I thought that you took it.
Have a good hike.
Stole it off the internet.;)
Yea, I'll second that Sly, very nice pic.
Panzer
Yea, I'll second that Sly, very nice pic.
Panzer
Set it as my background.
mweinstone
06-17-2008, 17:16
me baltimore jack the dude and jones were in larayey . i hitched in and they drove me back. i love my dude and my jack and my jones. me, wak a pack, chaco taco, barfight, wannabe goat, wavepool,johnney thunder, and lots of other greats are here at grace lutherin church in waynesboro. they have it all. my hike is the single greatest event in human history following the invention of jiffypop bacon flavor. this area is bathed in swadelled beauty. burgers ignight the evening skyline and swans adorn the womanfolks breasts thruout the region.
trailangelmary
06-17-2008, 18:30
Matthewski,
Food drop on it's way to Harper's Ferry Post Office for you from me.
Jack Tarlin
06-18-2008, 02:52
Will confirm that we saw Matty in Luray today and took him back to Waynesboro.
And he looked great.
Jan LiteShoe
06-18-2008, 08:07
In that case I'm not hiking either as I just skipped 200 miles of desert before the Sierras. In retrospect, I have no intentions of "thru-hiking" this year, just out enjoying myself. Range of Light next.
http://www.panoramio.com/photos/original/4989314.jpg
Dear God.
This is NOT helping me clean the house...
Johnny Thunder
06-18-2008, 08:17
I'll confirm that Matty just babbled his way through a 105 mile road walk itinerary for the Shennies that made zero sense and is based on 100% fantasy. Since he's been up and down the Parkway and talked to Jack for an afternoon he seems to think that he knows exactly where the trail goes and how to get there. It's going to be fun to watch from 10 yards back (with my map and guidebook should anything go wrong). Otherwise, I'll just let the prince of missdirection rip. Peace all!
camojack
06-18-2008, 08:23
I'll confirm that Matty just babbled his way through a 105 mile road walk itinerary for the Shennies that made zero sense and is based on 100% fantasy. Since he's been up and down the Parkway and talked to Jack for an afternoon he seems to think that he knows exactly where the trail goes and how to get there. It's going to be fun to watch from 10 yards back (with my map and guidebook should anything go wrong). Otherwise, I'll just let the prince of missdirection rip. Peace all!
Well...apparently the intrepid young Kirby did a road walk on Skyline Drive through Shenandoah N.P.
Which actually used to be the A.T. until the Park Service took it over.
So, if that's what Matt is planning, it's certainly not unprecedented.
Or babbling, or fantasy...
Jack Tarlin
06-18-2008, 08:27
Not only is a roadwalk of the Park not a fantasy, but in many places, it's not such a bad idea.
For starters, that's where most of the good views are.
camojack
06-18-2008, 08:30
Not only is a roadwalk of the Park not a fantasy, but in many places, it's not such a bad idea.
For starters, that's where most of the good views are.
True dat. Prob'ly one o' the reasons why the original A.T. was appropriated to create Skyline Drive... :-?
Johnny Thunder
06-18-2008, 08:33
Oh yeah, I totally plan on taking the road when it's shorter or goes past food and beer. Matty; however, quickly looked at a 7 year-old set of out-dated maps and then babbled about how he was getting on/off the road. It was fun to listen to because I know it'd be fun to watch. But yeah, I expect the two of us to road walk about 40 or 50% of the park. I had fun listening to him ramble about Nautical Dawn, Full Moons, and Chicken Sandwiches before my first cup of coffee. Then he up and run off with a ride without being corrected as to when to get on or off the road. So, he'll cozy up with a ranger or something and be put straight.
camojack
06-18-2008, 08:35
Oh yeah, I totally plan on taking the road when it's shorter or goes past food and beer. Matty; however, quickly looked at a 7 year-old set of out-dated maps and then babbled about how he was getting on/off the road. It was fun to listen to because I know it'd be fun to watch. But yeah, I expect the two of us to road walk about 40 or 50% of the park. I had fun listening to him ramble about Nautical Dawn, Full Moons, and Chicken Sandwiches before my first cup of coffee. Then he up and run off with a ride without being corrected as to when to get on or off the road. So, he'll cozy up with a ranger or something and be put straight.
Don't forget the ice cream that's available several places along the way. :D
Lone Wolf
06-18-2008, 08:54
Not only is a roadwalk of the Park not a fantasy, but in many places, it's not such a bad idea.
For starters, that's where most of the good views are.
i figured that out 22 years ago. i'm a blue-blazer from hell
Lone Wolf
06-18-2008, 08:56
Oh yeah, I totally plan on taking the road when it's shorter or goes past food and beer. Matty; however, quickly looked at a 7 year-old set of out-dated maps and then babbled about how he was getting on/off the road. It was fun to listen to because I know it'd be fun to watch. But yeah, I expect the two of us to road walk about 40 or 50% of the park. I had fun listening to him ramble about Nautical Dawn, Full Moons, and Chicken Sandwiches before my first cup of coffee. Then he up and run off with a ride without being corrected as to when to get on or off the road. So, he'll cozy up with a ranger or something and be put straight.
the pubs at big meadows and skyland open at 4:00 pm. lewis mtn. campground and loft mtn. campground sell beer and wine
warren doyle
06-18-2008, 09:09
More rationalizations.
Why not try this? "Walking the Skyline Drive (which is a road) through SNP is shorter and easier than walking the AT (which is a footpath/trail)."
Jack Tarlin
06-18-2008, 09:12
Another rationalization:
Doing most of your traveling on the A.T. with convenient automotive support is lots easier than actually carrying a backpack and being self-sufficient.
As to what's easier and quicker on the A.T., I think I'll defer to Mr. Doyle. :D
Oh goody. It's the Jack and Warren show! And I'm still on my first cup of coffee. Gonna be a great day.
Jack Tarlin
06-18-2008, 09:17
Nah, no show today. I just thought it was pretty amusing to see a guy who relies so heavily on car support getting snooty about other people walking along Skyline Drive.
I guess only select people are allowed to take advantage of the presence of roads while using the A.T. :rolleyes:
No problem, Jack. I enjoyed your retort. I walked the final (southernmost) 3 miles of the parkway, just to say I'd done it. Besides, after walking along it (and listening to it) for 100 miles I thought I ought to get a taste of what the tourons were experiencing. It turned out to be pretty boring; no views in that stretch. Nice views from the Inn at Afton, though. And a nice pool, too.
http://www.terrapinphoto.com/cpg143/albums/userpics/10001/normal_IMG_0818_ann.jpg
warren doyle
06-18-2008, 09:29
The important issue for me is following the white blazes (not the weight you carry) which I have done even during my 15,000+ miles of backpacking on the Appalachian Trail, along with my 15,000+ miles of dayhiking on the AT.
I know how it is to be a self-sufficient backpacker when I have to be or want to be.
Alligator
06-18-2008, 09:43
DWM is going to be so proud of you guys:bse.
Are y'all taking a break in PA or pushing on?.....I should be up there in July
Jack Tarlin
06-18-2008, 09:45
Warren:
Wouldn't have mentioned this, but it was, after all, YOU who brought it up.
Why do you make such a big deal reminding people about your accumulated mileage, either here or in Trail register entries (like the recent ones I've seen the past few weeks).
Do you really think anyone cares?
And do you think this public boasting elevates you in the eyes of your readers?
And you should check out some of the comments people have added whenever they see your bragging!
Lastly, you've been writing recently to tell everyone how many times you've completed the Trail.......yet you never include the fact (that you just acknowledged) that an inordinately large amount of your mileage came along thanx to the use of a vehicle.
How come you never bother to mention this?
I mean, if you're determined to wow people with your resume, you might want to attempt to be more honest about it. :D
But be that as it may, it's still pretty damned amusing to see a guywho has spent nearly all of his recent time on the A.T. as a day-hiking slackpacker get all snooty and high-fallutin' about people who take advantage of nearby roads and highways! :D
Warren might not see the humor here, but I assure him there are plenty of folks here who find this hysterically funny.
Lone Wolf
06-18-2008, 09:53
No problem, Jack. I enjoyed your retort. I walked the final (southernmost) 3 miles of the parkway, just to say I'd done it. Besides, after walking along it (and listening to it) for 100 miles I thought I ought to get a taste of what the tourons were experiencing. It turned out to be pretty boring; no views in that stretch. Nice views from the Inn at Afton, though. And a nice pool, too.
http://www.terrapinphoto.com/cpg143/albums/userpics/10001/normal_IMG_0818_ann.jpg
the rock walls along skyline drive are fun to walk too
Warren might not see the humor here, but I assure him there are plenty of folks here who find this hysterically funny.
Not that funny - it is actually pretty sad.
Clash of the egomaniacs. Part 374.
Oops. Left out the smiley. :D
Jack Tarlin
06-18-2008, 10:08
I've been thru Shenandoah Park at least ten times now. Last year and this year I spent a good deal of time on Skyline Drive, and as a consequence, saw all sorts of things I'd never seen.
I have to disagree with Tin Man on one thing, tho: A lot of folks are committed to hiking the Trail IN ITS ENTIRETY, and don't want to skip a yard of it, and I think that's great.
But the simple truth is that in a lot of places (like the Smokies, Shenandoah, the Presidential Range in New Hampshire), a lot of the spectacular stuff, including many of the best scenery and views, are NOT, in fact, on the A.T., and 99% of thru-hikers never see them.
I urge future hikers to allocate enough time on their hikes so they can take side trips to see some of these places, as well as covering their miles on the Trail. If you don't want to deviate from the actual Trail, I think that's fine, but if you can, try and take in some of the side stuff as well. You won't be sorry.
Dances with Mice
06-18-2008, 10:23
DWM is going to be so proud of you guys.So right. I thought it would never happen. It's kind of like Father's Day all over again.
warren doyle
06-18-2008, 10:28
Clash of the egomaniacs. Part 374.
Since when is countering negative distortions with actual facts being an egomaniac?
I'm sure you would take issue if someone was doing the same thing to your efforts on the Great Eastern Trail. And, I would not label you as an egomaniac.
Jack Tarlin
06-18-2008, 10:32
Aw, please.
There was NO trouble here whatsoever til post #1450, where Warren decided to get all snobby about people who take advantage of roads while hiking.
All I was doing was to point out that he's about the last person who should be getting huffy about this.
If he gets sensitive about people talking about how he hikes, then he might want to think twice before saying stuff like he did in #1450.
But getting all sniffy about people who want to walk Skyline Drive seems a bit much to me.
And criticizing folks for how they allegedly "rationalize" their hikes is a bit over the top.
Bottom line, DWM, is that when someone comes here and starts making disparaging remarks about how other folks are doing the Trail, then it invites comments on how THEY choose to travel. People that dish on others shouldn't be surprised when other folks dish back, and they shouldn't whine about it, either.
I've been thru Shenandoah Park at least ten times now. Last year and this year I spent a good deal of time on Skyline Drive, and as a consequence, saw all sorts of things I'd never seen.
I have to disagree with Tin Man on one thing, tho: A lot of folks are committed to hiking the Trail IN ITS ENTIRETY, and don't want to skip a yard of it, and I think that's great.
But the simple truth is that in a lot of places (like the Smokies, Shenandoah, the Presidential Range in New Hampshire), a lot of the spectacular stuff, including many of the best scenery and views, are NOT, in fact, on the A.T., and 99% of thru-hikers never see them.
I urge future hikers to allocate enough time on their hikes so they can take side trips to see some of these places, as well as covering their miles on the Trail. If you don't want to deviate from the actual Trail, I think that's fine, but if you can, try and take in some of the side stuff as well. You won't be sorry.
No offensive meant to people who hike past every white blaze as I have for the 400 miles that I have completed to date. I was referring to those who continue to downplay other's hikes, because they followed a slightly different route, which may have been a former route or simply a more interesting path along the corridor. It is all the holier than thou stuff that is troubling. Most don't care what others think, but I would hate to see newbie's persuaded by the white blaze single-mindedness mentality. Only a very small minority will hold anything but a pure white blaze hike against others. And that is no reason to define your own hike.
The trail should be viewed as a corridor.
So many "shoulds". And who granted you the authority to decide how the trail "should" be viewed??? :-?
What happened to HYOH?
I would hate to see newbie's persuaded by the white blaze single-mindedness mentality.
I feel sorry for any "newbie" who gets their first impression of the AT from WhiteBlaze. :rolleyes: :D :cool:
So many "shoulds". And who granted you the authority to decide how the trail "should" be viewed??? :-?
What happened to HYOH?
I feel sorry for any "newbie" who gets their first impression of the AT from WhiteBlaze. :rolleyes: :D :cool:
I was a newbie not that long ago. I learned that HYOH doesn't exist, but if it did it might include the notion that there is more to the AT than white blazes or WhiteBlaze. :rolleyes::D:cool:
Mother's Finest
06-18-2008, 11:11
More rationalizations.
Why not try this? "Walking the Skyline Drive (which is a road) through SNP is shorter and easier than walking the AT (which is a footpath/trail)."
I will say it again. You are a tool.
peace
mf
I was a newbie not that long ago. I learned that HYOH doesn't exist, but if it did it might include the notion that there is more to the AT than white blazes or WhiteBlaze. :rolleyes::D:cool:
Well you know... I don't have the miles like LW, Tarlin or Fiddlehead... but I've got a few years behind me. Something to be said for having "discovered" hiking well before the Internet, cell phones, etc. :sun Seriously, there's crazy sch!tt I've heard on WB that I'd never heard or imagined before I arrived here. I try not to let it get me down. I still think 99% of hikers are good folks, and I still try to hike with that assumption.
Dances with Mice
06-18-2008, 11:19
Bottom line, DWM, is that when someone comes here and starts making disparaging remarks about how other folks are doing the Trail, then it invites comments on how THEY choose to travel. People that dish on others shouldn't be surprised when other folks dish back, and they shouldn't whine about it, either.Jack, there happens to be an old running joke, kind of an in-joke, on this thread that isn't worth the effort to explain and isn't worth worrying about.
I have acquaintances and workmates who criticize how I choose to spend some of my free time and summer vacation. It's really none of their business and they are way out of line. You've written nothing I disagree with or didn't wish to read.
trailangelmary
06-18-2008, 12:45
Are y'all taking a break in PA or pushing on?.....I should be up there in July
So, Wonder, will you be here in Duncannon for the feed July 4th weekend?
phenimore
06-18-2008, 12:52
I feel sorry for any "newbie" who gets their first impression of the AT from WhiteBlaze. :rolleyes: :D :cool:
Nah, it's an entertaining read! It's great to see so much comradarie and rivalry! Makes me think that most of the people who enjoy the AT are human. :eek: Except for the fact that they probably "get it". Most of my friends and family just stare at me and think I'm joking when I tell them what I'm going to do next year. :D
Time to meet new friends and family on the trail I think!
Go Matthewski Go!
StarLyte
06-18-2008, 13:12
......I still think 99% of hikers are good folks, and I still try to hike with that assumption.
And I believe that wholeheartedly. Well said. :sun
camojack
06-18-2008, 13:36
We now return you to our regularly scheduled topic:
4309
Where's Matthewski? :jump:dance:clap
Mother's Finest
06-18-2008, 14:04
Our boy was freaking out about Sprint. he called me and gave me a stream of consciousness breakdown.
Bottom line, he does not like them, and is likely going to another provider.
For Solidarity---Boycott Sprint.
peace
mf
Well you know... I don't have the miles like LW, Tarlin or Fiddlehead... but I've got a few years behind me. Something to be said for having "discovered" hiking well before the Internet, cell phones, etc. :sun Seriously, there's crazy sch!tt I've heard on WB that I'd never heard or imagined before I arrived here. I try not to let it get me down. I still think 99% of hikers are good folks, and I still try to hike with that assumption.
I agree 100%. I am not a hiker. My son is a hiker; on the trail now with a good group out of Waynesboro today. I met many of you at Hot Springs and Damascus. Would not mind spenidng a lot of good time on the trail with any of you. You have to remember why you are doing what you are doing. I kind of assume it is because you like the adventure, the solitude (at times), and the sense of accomplishment (not to be interpreted as egotism). The ones that I have met are genuine 100% good people; well, almost. Just kidding! Keep the focus and complete what you started out to do, to whatever degree that might be. You are doing something many would like to be doing. You should feel blessed. Now, off my soapbox!
Dances with Mice
06-18-2008, 16:22
Our boy was freaking out about Sprint. he called me and gave me a stream of consciousness breakdown.Took one for the team there, didn't you?
Mother's Finest
06-18-2008, 16:31
Took one for the team there, didn't you?
you know Dances, it is really funny that you said that.
i knew it at the time.
but he is our boy so whatever it takes.
peace
mf
Lone Wolf
06-18-2008, 20:16
matty really needs to get rid of the freakin cell phone. it's a crutch. he won't sleep in a bed but that phone is plastered to his ear when i see him
Jack Tarlin
06-18-2008, 20:19
I spent around six hours with him yesterday.
Didn't see him on the phone once.
Lone Wolf
06-18-2008, 20:20
I spent around six hours with him yesterday.
Didn't see him on the phone once.
whatever. you know what i mean though.
camojack
06-18-2008, 20:21
matty really needs to get rid of the freakin cell phone. it's a crutch. he won't sleep in a bed but that phone is plastered to his ear when i see him
Maybe he'll get one o' those dealys that live in a person's ear. :D
I spent around six hours with him yesterday.
Didn't see him on the phone once.
Were you watching him closely the entire time?
Maybe he couldn't get a signal... :D
Um, where'd you say Matty is? What's he wear on the trail?
http://www.breitbart.com/article.php?id=D91CQ0J00&show_article=1
camojack
06-19-2008, 00:25
Um, where'd you say Matty is? What's he wear on the trail?
http://www.breitbart.com/article.php?id=D91CQ0J00&show_article=1
You're trying to imply that Matt is in Nebraska? :confused:
jessicacomp
06-19-2008, 00:57
I can't wait to see Matt & co. I miss me some '08 hikers. I wish seeing them was as easy as this-
http://img371.imageshack.us/img371/3356/pushbuttonreceivebacon9bn0nn.jpg
trailangelmary
06-19-2008, 04:57
Would not mind spenidng a lot of good time on the trail with any of you. You have to remember why you are doing what you are doing. I kind of assume it is because you like the adventure, the solitude (at times), and the sense of accomplishment (not to be interpreted as egotism). The ones that I have met are genuine 100% good people; well, almost. Just kidding! Keep the focus and complete what you started out to do, to whatever degree that might be.
Well said, Seaside. And Ditto to all of that.
trailangelmary
06-19-2008, 05:00
Hey, two beers. So are you still on the trail and/or where are you?
You're trying to imply that Matt is in Nebraska? :confused:
I heard he gets off track now and then. :confused:
camojack
06-19-2008, 07:38
I heard he gets off track now and then. :confused:
Lincoln, Nebraska is pretty freakin' far off track. Even for Matt...I think. :-?
Lincoln, Nebraska is pretty freakin' far off track. Even for Matt...I think. :-?
I heard there was some yellow blazing going on. Fall asleep in the back of the wrong truck and ya never know where you will end up. Glad it wasn't him. :)
Lone Wolf
06-19-2008, 08:15
lotsa yellow going on
lotsa yellow going on
I hear that once you catch that fever it is a very hard one to clear up.
jessicacomp
06-19-2008, 08:52
Hey, two beers. So are you still on the trail and/or where are you?
I am off the trail because of my knee and very upset indeed about it. I am getting back on this week and am going to hike to duncannon for the 4th.
I am moving to connecticut next month, and decided to just save money and tend to my knee and do the whole thing all over again in 2010!
I am off the trail because of my knee and very upset indeed about it. I am getting back on this week and am going to hike to duncannon for the 4th.
I am moving to connecticut next month, and decided to just save money and tend to my knee and do the whole thing all over again in 2010!
Sorry to hear about the knee. Whereabouts in CT are ya moving? Beautiful state.
camojack
06-20-2008, 18:13
I haven't heard from Matt lately...so I'm wondering where he is now. :confused:
Last I heard, he was planning to walk the original A.T. through Shenandoah N.P.
You know, what they call Skyline Drive nowadays...
Jack Tarlin
06-20-2008, 20:31
Brought Matty back to Waynesboro Tuesday PM with Bfitz. Presumably, he left town Wednesday AM. For most folks, this would mean he'll be in Front Royal around Tuesday and should be here in Harpers Ferry next Friday afternoon.
Of course, this is Matty we're talking about.
He'll be here in Harper's a week from Sunday. :D