Hiking Dreams and Coding Realities

A Morning Planned for Trails, Taken Over by Code

It’s always a thrill to wake up with the day’s plan etched in your mind. For me, this morning, December 17, 2004, was all about embracing the crisp, early hours for a refreshing hike on the Kim Williams to Sentinel via Hellgate Trail. The darkness at 6:30 AM was no deterrent; my hiking boots were ready, and the coffee was brewing, emitting an inviting aroma that only early risers know.

However, as I indulged in the morning brew, something shifted. My mind, often a playground of ideas, lured me into an unexpected territory – the world of internet coding. Before I knew it, I was deep into tweaking my site, immersed in lines of code, with the trail plans fading into the background.

10:02 AM: Breakfast and Reflections

Fast forward to 10:02 AM. The hiking plan is now a memory, replaced by a hearty breakfast of eggs, potatoes, and some delightful wild game sausage, courtesy of a colleague. The sausage is a hit, but the potatoes… let’s just say my attempt at homemade hash browns left me longing for McDonald’s version.

There’s a twinge of disappointment, sure. I had to trade the tranquility of the trails for the intensity of coding. But then, isn’t life about these unexpected turns?

A Career Opportunity Amidst the Morning’s Chaos

In the midst of this morning’s twist, there’s something else brewing – a potential career opportunity. It’s with Adventure Cycling, and the blogging community is buzzing about it. It seems like a dream job, but complications exist. My commitment to Mars Stout is one, and the fact that I’m yet to be seriously considered is another. It took an entire day of contemplation yesterday to decide whether to pursue this chance.

Conclusion

This morning was a blend of plans and spontaneity, of outdoor dreams and indoor realities. It’s about embracing the unplanned – be it a coding session over a hike or contemplating a career shift. Sometimes, the best plans are the ones we never make.

Resources for a Morning Like Mine:

1. Hiking Trails Near You: Discover your next hiking adventure with detailed trail information.
2. Beginner’s Guide to Coding: Ideal for spontaneous coding sessions, this guide is perfect for beginners.
3. Adventure Cycling Association: Explore opportunities in cycling and adventure-related careers.
4. Perfecting Homemade Hash Browns: A step-by-step guide to making crispy hash browns at home.
5. Career Change Advice: Tips and strategies for those contemplating a career shift.