This is Good.

My grandpa Hilly suffered several strokes during his life that left him paralyzed on one side and unable to speak more than a handful of words. One of the phrases he could say was ‘this is good’ and he used it in many situations, especially for anything that made him happy. After he passed the statement became a family mantra of sorts. I’ve been saying this out loud to myself —and any nearby creatures— all week as I passed stunning landscapes and repeatedly cleared 20+ miles a day. I no longer doubt that I’ll finish, and there’s a good chance it will be on time! The other phrase my grandpa could say was ‘Jesus Christ Almighty’ for not so good things. I exclaim this when I see a snake.

Took me a moment but I see it.

I out walked this storm but not the one that followed.

My heart. He makes this crazy thing I’m doing possible. <3