Welcome!
My name’s Matt, and I love to write and hike. I’m the author of 4000s by 40 and am currently working on book two. When I’m not working on that, I come here to share tales from the trail, reflections on the writing process, and whatever else I’m exploring at the moment.
If you’ve got a moment, check out the latest posts and drop a comment if you have an experience to share or if something rings true for you. Whether you’re a hiker, a writer, or just someone who loves a good story, I hope you find something here that resonates as you pursue your own discoveries.
What’s New
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I Am the Woods
I can’t tell you how many times he passed by it, going about the business of the day. As if his business was business, and not school, or the words he wished to say. Kicking up the gravel leading in, he’d offer a nod to big ideas and town works, But never took the bait…
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Peak Life
There’s a new expression going around lately that I find a bit jarring. The first time I heard it was when my kids and I were looking at old pictures of them, and one of them said, “That was peak life, right there.” The insinuation was that those were the good ol’ days. The days…
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The Trees Know
Every summer in mid-August, I find myself out hiking in the scorching heat, only to stumble upon a tree that has started to change its colors early. Was there a memo I missed? How does this tree know it’s time? Or is it a weaker tree? I’ve heard some people say that trees that change…
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What in the Blazes?
Well, I learned a new one this week. And I didn’t have to go far to learn it. Not too far from where I live is a place called Patch Hill, with a small network of trails. You used to be able to climb to its summit, but someone bought it a little while back…