An avid hiking enthusiast
To others, trekking deep into the wilderness alone always carries a hint of irrational adventure, even a touch of reclusiveness and tragic grandeur. They ask, “Aren’t you lonely? Aren’t you afraid? Isn’t it better to share the scenery with someone?” I usually respond with a smile, unable to fully explain. Because some journeys are meant …
At five in the morning, before the alarm even rang, I was already awake. The city still slumbered, with only the occasional sound of cars outside the window. I rose quietly, checking my backpack, which had been packed and ready for days: water bladder, trail snacks, rain jacket, headlamp… Each item had been carefully considered—they …