It’s New Year’s Day. I usually celebrate it by going on a hike and then watching some football on TV, and this year is no exception. Fifty-degree weather in northern New England on the first of the year? Yes, please. But Mass came first. As a Catholic, I celebrate the Solemnity of Mary, Mother ofContinue reading “A thought for the new year”
Author Archives: Ellen Kolb
Writer, activist, Granite State walker.
For my fellow NH hikers: Hike Safe
I’m distressed at news of a Christmas Eve hike gone terribly wrong upstate. A rescue attempt became a recovery mission. First responders and volunteers put their own lives on hold and at risk to come after a lost hiker. I might wonder how a hiker could have made this-or-that bad decision, but I’m reluctant toContinue reading “For my fellow NH hikers: Hike Safe”
A chance meeting brings gratitude
As I looked for through my photos for something to use on a project, I found this old favorite that I once used in a post at Granite State Walker. The post fits in Advent, a time of preparation and renewal. Re-reading the post brought back all the gratitude and delight I experienced after meetingContinue reading “A chance meeting brings gratitude”
Ellen Kolb 