Families are the compass that guide us. They are the inspiration to reach great heights, and our comfort when we occasionally falter. -- Brad Henry

Sunday, December 1, 2019

8-Mile Hike

After Thanksgiving, our priest invited Luke and Ashlyn on an 8-mile hike in the Blue Ridge Mountains.  She was feeling a little sick, so I took her place.  


You could barely see the trail with all the leaves, so I'm glad Father Jim knew where he was going.  Or at least, that the Holy Spirit would guide us out!


Also on the hike was Krish, a guy who converted to Christianity from Hindu.  He was really interesting to talk with.  His story of conversion was perfect for those hour-long stretches in the woods.  He is the only one in his family who is Christian, and he converted because the faith makes so much sense and in-line with natural law.  It was a neat perspective, and it made me appreciate our Catholic church even more.


After the hike, Father Jim grilled steaks for us along with crackers and cheese.  It was perfect after the big Thanksgiving meal the day before.