Onward and Upward (Literally)

Just to make sure I don't get out of training after my Oct. 20 marathon walk, my friend Richard and I are going to hike up Old Ragg Mountain on Oct. 27. Richard has been a huge booster in my walking efforts -- we walked from the Rossyln Metro to Old Town and back (we did stop for lunch) over Memorial Day weekend, which gave me the confidence to know I can definitely complete the half-marathon walk in Baltimore. I'll be sure to post pictures of the autumn leaves in the Shenandoah after I return.