Shanna Personal Choice 1

My favorite part about this class was learning so much about the Appalchian Trail. I never knew at least half of what I know now about the AT. I enjoyed the videos, and tough this might seem like a frivolous detail, I was shocked to see the hikers smoking cigarettes! I imagine a long hike would be just the trick for quitting. I didn't think it would even be possible due to the amount of stress on a hiker's lungs. It is encouraging for me because I smoke, and I would love to hike part of the AT one day. It seems like a very liberating and perhaps life changing experience. The bond among those hiking together must be a very close one indeed to spend that much time together in sometimes extreme and challenging circumstances. I wouldd like to hike the trial to reflect on my dream whcih is to be a writer. I know I cannot just be a writer, unfortunately I have to make money somehow... Oh to be independently wealthy! haha Perhaps a professor is the path for me... Anywho, I think a hike on the AT would provide a wonderful opportunity for me to gather my thoughts, material for subject matter, and write some amazing poetry.