That's why I did it

Saturday, my boys and I hiked up Looking Glass Rock in Pisgah National Forest, near Brevard NC. It was fantastic! The trail is 3.1 miles each way with approx 1800 ft elevation change.  A year ago I would not have attempted that climb. I've been there many times. My dad took me there as a kid and I wanted to take my boys there, but was not going to do it when I was 360lbs. The last time I did the hike was 12 yrs ago, I was 320lbs and it almost killed me. Last Saturday I walked up that mountain like I was taking a stroll in the park. My boys had great time and I'm sure they will remember it for a lifetime. That's why I had the surgery. http://pic30.picturetrail.com/VOL1530/6746499/16540526/25440 3411.jpg http://pic30.picturetrail.com/VOL1530/6746499/16540526/25440 3407.jpg

Way to go.  That is why I had surgery also.  I want to be healthy for my kids and maybe even see some grandkids.  I like to go for hikes like that also but my kids would probably say "we are going WHERE".  Have a great Day.

So Happy for you.  It's those moments that make it so worthwhile.   I bet your boys had a blast. Hope to see you soon Mary

Beautiful pictures, Eddie.  Glad you had some good "memory-making time" with those great boys of  yours.

That is sooo awesome Eddie.  You and your boys look like you had a great time!!!! Melissa

Eddie - the pictures are great!  I am soooo very happy for you.  I pray I won't be far behind you - I have a fantastic home on Johns Island with land & I can't even walk to the pond without hurting.  I have three fantastic grandsons in Texas and I want to be able to share the beauty of South Carolina with them.  Thank-you for sharing your success story with us - maybe we can be 'friends'...

Wow Eddie. I am so happy for you. So glad you get to enjoy life with your boys, that is so important. I am so excited for me too. I am going to the mountains, Lake Lure, this Friday for a week and look forward to doing things I have not been able to do in years also. What a great feeling. I can't wait. LIFE IS GOOD!! Tina

Eddie, those boys are just precious! Don't tell them I said that though....if they are like my boys..they wouldn't want anyone..especially a woman to say that about them..lol It looks so pituresque and beautiful there! Congrats on your hiking abilities! It is a great accomplishment! Teresa

that was the best lil story ever! I cried!!!! aaaahhhhh.... what an amazing WOW moment!  The pics are amazing! I will have to visit there! Being from California, I desperately miss the forrest. I know out here, folks say the "woods" but thats nothing like I am used to seeing.. where you were looks BEAUTIFUL!!! And I just want to tell you that I am so proud of you... I dont know you.. But your story was GREAT!!!!

Hey Eddie: Way to go!  Thanks for reminding me whey I had the surgery too.  What an inspiration!  The pics were fantastic.  Your sons are blessed, and so are you! Thanks. Terri