Author Archives: Blake Miller

Mt. Whitney via Horeshoe Meadows, Crabtree Pass, July 26-30, 2009

My wife and I did our first summit of Mt. Whitney.  Rather the popular “one day hike”, we did our more enjoyable “backcountry” trek.  We did it via Horseshoe Meadows, during a 4 day, 4 night trek. Quickly, All of … Continue reading

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There’s a screw in my neck

I went to the doctor’s last week to get my regular checkup.  Things are progressing very nicely, in fact: Started P.T. 3 weeks earlier than normal due to my health and age (young) Gave me the go-ahead to start running … Continue reading

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Neck Update, 10/5/08

Things are going well with my recovery.  I had a doctor’s appointment earlier in the week (Thanks Elise for driving me) and the prognosis is good.  I’m allowed to take the brace off on occassions, mostly when i’m just laying … Continue reading

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I’ve updated my blog!

Since it appears that I’m posting to my blog a bit more frequently, i’ve decided to update the theme.  I work on computers and the internet and designing websites and funky stuff like that almost all day long.  Don’t forget … Continue reading

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Neck Update – 9/28/08

Things have been going very well on the recovery standpoint.  I had a very relaxing week, partially cuz i can’t do anything – can’t drive, can’t workout, can’t run a marathon, can’t lift anything over 5-10lbs. On about Thursday, i … Continue reading

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Broken Neck Connector

A few weeks ago, I started feeling a bit “off” including tingling/numbness in my fingers/hands (started in my left, but went to both hands.)� After trying to go on a run/jog a few weeks ago, realized I couldn’t do that … Continue reading

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Solo Backpack Trip to Mt San Jacinto: August 15-16, 2008

Lenny is out of town with family, so I’m home alone.  Since we won’t be doing our annual Yosemite trip, i’ve still got the itch to do a hike.  It’s been a few years since i’ve done a Solo overnight, … Continue reading

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World Records . . . From a U.S. Shipyard?

I’m an engineer by education, and the majority of my “career” to date.  I’ve gotten off that corporate ladder to take a trip on the solo path for a bit.  I’m sure i’ll get back on some day, but something definitely different … Continue reading

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Mt. Woodson Hike

Lenny and I took a little day hike, both in preparation for our big Yosemite trip in August, and to get out on the Memorial Day weekend.   Lenny blew right up the 3.5 mile, 2500′ climb.  My fat ass wasn’t … Continue reading

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Yosemite Trip – August 2006 Planning

Lenny and I are planning a little backpacking trip to Yosemite this summer.  If you call a 30 mile hike over 4 days fun, that’s us   Here’s tentative schedule! Mon 8/7 8:00 am, Depart SD, drive to Yosemite Valley … Continue reading

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