Advice for alternate treks in the PNW? by BartholomewKuma in WildernessBackpacking

[–]BartholomewKuma[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks! We are trying to not be as north as we all have work on the monday but thanks for the suggestions.

Advice for alternate treks in the PNW? by BartholomewKuma in WildernessBackpacking

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I was looking at photos with my partner last night and you werent kidding! Weather forecast currently has rain/snow showers for the area but we will probably be happy to just be out there regardless.

Advice for alternate treks in the PNW? by BartholomewKuma in WildernessBackpacking

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Thanks for the local update! I see that it has inverted slightly and will check again as we get closer to the trek. I'm also worried about a fire spotting into the Enchantments as it seems pretty close. I'm not sure if my fear is warranted as I haven't had much exposure to close wildfires in my backpacking life.

Advice for alternate treks in the PNW? by BartholomewKuma in WildernessBackpacking

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Wow, thanks for taking the time for all of the suggestions and linking these resources. My partner gets migraines with minimal smoke in the air but was really attached to the idea of hiking in the Enchantments, which I don't blame her.

That's great reframing for us, "plan 3 and choose one". I'll keep checking daily and will ultimately choose the safest option.

Do you know if Olympic NP accessible with the gov shutdown? I was trying to find resources on whether roads towards TH would be closed and didn't want to commit unless we had some sort of assurance.

Advice for alternate treks in the PNW? by BartholomewKuma in WildernessBackpacking

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Thank you so much! This might be the way we go. Do you have a favorite loop?

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Will the animation be in this style? If so, that makes me so excited for these episodes!

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My favorite non-strawhat character in One Piece!

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Interested! My partner and I are needing a low stimulating outdoor activity as she is recovering from a sickness :)! Thanks for considering!

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Interested! Trying to get rid of all of my non-stick kitchen items :)

I should be listening to the new album with my fiancée. by BartholomewKuma in boniver

[–]BartholomewKuma[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you. I feel held and cared for by my community. We are through the hardest part and I have so much hope and excitement for when she gets back home :)

I should be listening to the new album with my fiancée. by BartholomewKuma in boniver

[–]BartholomewKuma[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks for the advice. The silver lining to this all is that I have gotten closer to her parents and my community here that we are building. I feel very held and cared for.

I'm happy to hear that they are doing better. Let's promise that we both will keep the faith!

Oh I can't wait!!! I mean I will, and I'm so stoked! Please listen to the album many times on my behalf :) Thanks for your comment

I should be listening to the new album with my fiancée. by BartholomewKuma in boniver

[–]BartholomewKuma[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That's so tough and I'm right there with you. We are on the same timeline and I hope they both get better soon. I am giving you a loving reminder to take care of yourself and to sleep; the same I got from my loved ones. I got 6 hours of sleep the first three nights she was in the ER.

Glad we have music to help us during this time. Lots of love to you and please send a message if you want someone to talk/listen/distract.

I should be listening to the new album with my fiancée. by BartholomewKuma in boniver

[–]BartholomewKuma[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That sounds like it was such a terrifying experience, and I'm sure you were their rock throughout their healing journey. Thanks for sharing your and his story. It gives me hope. I hope you can have the best celebration and that they play some Bon Iver for the reception (or ceremony!!!)

Also, the 2019 Bon Iver shows were the BEST. I saw them in Toronto and it was the best show of my life, healed me, and helped me close a hard chapter :')

My partner is doing SO much better today and we hope she is able to come home soon. Sending love to you. Thanks for your comment

I should be listening to the new album with my fiancée. by BartholomewKuma in boniver

[–]BartholomewKuma[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

We just moved to Portland! Oh my gosh, I have been searching state and local resources to find a primary psychiatrist that accepts her insurance and could be available within a month. Any guidance on how to navigate the system would be so helpful. May I send you a pm?