PCT 2014/2015

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Lekilei253
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Re: PCT 2014

Post by Lekilei253 » April 6th, 2014, 11:03 pm

Aimless wrote:If I recall correctly from the playground rules when I grew up, if you ever just once acknowledge a nickname by responding when you hear it, then it has stuck and will be hell to get rid of until those around you tire of it. Whatever you get called, accept it with good grace and people will warm to you and it will become an endearment, not a millstone around your neck.
This is all true!! And if suddenly whomever gave you your nickname reverts back to your real name...you in trouble!! :lol:

I once knew a nice girl who ended up with the nickname Bubba cause she responded to it one day.

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Re: PCT 2014

Post by miah66 » April 7th, 2014, 3:24 pm

Jerry,

No offense, but my first name is Jeremiah and I hate when people call me Jerry. :lol: I do respond positively to Jer-bear though for some reason. Nicknames are funny. I find Jeremiah to be rather long and not very anonymous for online use, I guess that's why I go by "miah" online.
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Re: PCT 2014

Post by potato » April 22nd, 2014, 8:54 pm

I'm flying out tomorrow and starting the trail on Thursday. I'll be at kickoff for the weekend before I hike any farther. Good luck to everyone on PH and I hope you all have wonderful adventures this summer!
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Re: PCT 2014

Post by mcds » April 23rd, 2014, 12:35 am

I admire the commitment that takes. Hope you have a great time, as I'm certain you will.

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Re: PCT 2014

Post by UTurn » April 23rd, 2014, 5:20 am

Good luck, Potato! I'll be following your blog. :)

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Re: PCT 2014

Post by kepPNW » April 23rd, 2014, 5:23 am

Best wishes, Joe! Have the time of your life... :)
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Re: PCT 2014

Post by drm » April 23rd, 2014, 6:21 am

I suppose the morning after that kickoff party looks a bit like the Boston Marathon on the PCT? I hear that finding a camping site the first few days from within the horde can be a challenge.

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Re: PCT 2014

Post by woodswalker » April 23rd, 2014, 6:26 am

Best of luck! I'll be cheering you on via your blog.
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Re: PCT 2014

Post by Limey » April 23rd, 2014, 7:26 am

Good Luck to you. Have a safe and healthy adventure. I'm so jealous.

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Re: PCT 2014

Post by Helen » April 23rd, 2014, 4:08 pm

Have a blast, Potato! I will be following your blog.

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