New Dawn

Hello my dear friends,

Today I’m taking you behind the scenes of our Pacific Crest Trail adventure — how we planned it, what gear made the cut, what we actually used, and the lessons I brought back home for Project Weight Loss.

Because what happens on the trail is a lot like what happens in life: we plan, we adapt, we struggle, and we discover. And sometimes, it’s the little things — rest, love, support — that make all the difference.

I’ll share the surprises we faced, the moments that took my breath away, and how waking up to each new morning felt like a reset button on life. If you’ve ever wondered how a trail hike connects to your weight loss goals, this episode is for you.

And for those of you curious about what I carried on my back, here’s my PCT gear list:

Gear List:

• 35 L Backpack
• Food for 2–3 days
• 2 (28-ounce) water bottles
• Spare water platypus
• First aid kit
• Clothes line
• Ultra shoes
• 3 pairs of ultralight socks
• Shoe gaiters
• Sleeping bag
• Sleeping pad
• Snow cleats
• Windbreaker
• Down ultralight jacket
• Garbage bags
• Ziplock bags
• Hat & gloves
• Walking poles
• Lots of mosquito repellent
• Mosquito face net
• Potty shovel
• Hand sanitizer & wipes
• Sunscreen
• Comb
• Night shirt & clean night socks
• Umbrella
• Chair
• Tent (carried by my hubby)
• Extra food

Tune in for the full story — from the planning to the unexpected turns to the deeper lessons I found along the way.

Quote of the Week:
“Every morning we can choose: to continue the story of yesterday or to begin a new one.” — Anonymous

Let’s go, let’s get it done.

Get more information at: http://projectweightloss.org