When

My many readers (OK, my kids) have informed me that I did not set a goal for when I wanted to tackle the Wonderland Trail.  The dates are somewhat fluid at this time, but generally, I'd like to do it this summer, July or August 2011.  The dates are kind of fluid right now because 1, I don't have anyone who I've recruited to go along with me yet, and 2, my wife's summer schedule is still undecided.

About three years ago, I spent about a month touring southern Europe with my oldest daughter, Maria.  We had a great time, going to Morocco, Southern France and Italy.  She was on her way to spending a semester at a university in Klagenfurt, Austria and my work schedule was flexible, so I joined her on her journey.  Since then, Corinne (daughter #2) decided she'd spend time overseas, and to date has visited 19 countries, including a stay in Qatar.  Valerie (daughter #3) decided that she was not to be outdone, so she found a job in Italy where she can work in exchange for room and board.   Given that she'll already be over there, I told Gail she really needed to go over and wander around Europe with Valerie.  As soon a Corinne heard that, she wanted in too.  I expect the three of them to wander around Italy and other European nations and do the tourist thing.  (Note:  Deanne, my remaining daughter, has set her sights on going to college in Japan, but that's another story for another day.)

So, It may be optimal to make my journey while they're gone.  Since I'll be out of touch anyway, they may just as well be too.

That would make this about a 250 day journey.  I'm 7 days in and still going strong.  My exercise regime is starting to pay off.  I finished my 30 minutes of cardio work today and wasn't feeling like I was going to die today.  Its almost time to increase the duration.