Dixie I really appreciate your kind spirit about grief. I’ve been dealing or sometimes not dealing with the loss of my oldest daughter who tragically took her life last year. Your upbeat and sweet disposition reminds me of her in the good times. Which makes me smile. One day after I retire I think either the full or section of the PCT is in my future. Thank you for what you do.
“Grief, I’ve learned, is really just love. It’s all the love you want to give, but cannot. All that unspent love gathers up in the corners of your eyes, the lump in your throat, and in that hollow part of your chest. Grief is just love with no place to go” ~ Jamie Anderson
I had to go back and watch the intro a second time. Very cool. After watching a lot of these thru-hiking videos, I gotta say, yours are still the best. You're a combination of excellent nature videographer, moral philosopher, and down-to-earth everywoman. Still setting the standard!
Hey Dixie, I work as a camp counselor during the summer and we frequently take our kids on hikes and backpacking trips, and yesterday we hiked a small section of the AT! We were just past Bear mountain in Rockland county NY, and It felt really amazing to walk in the footsteps of all the amazing people who have taken on the AT. Our campers were amazed by how long the trail was and we even met some through hikers (or is it thru hikers idk) and share cookies with them. Their names were Biscuits and Gravy, and they were great people who were fantastic with the kids and told some great stories! it’s hikers like them and you and your vids who inspire me to maybe take on a challenge like the AT someday, thanks for being awesome!
So good to hear you talk about Kris Fowler (Sherpa). I live in the area and have followed Sally's page closely from the beginning. So many people have been hoping for closure for his family. Exposure helps so his fam would be grateful!
I so appreciate the fact you have not turned your adventures into all sponsor infomercials. So many You Tube channels change over time. Your adventures are so appreciated. Thank you for taking us along your journey. We always pray for your safety.
Dixie; no body has ever inspired more people than you that hiking is cool. Just so you know this. I've watched hiking videos since 2006 on YT, but your voice and attitude has been my joy of how hiking is for you. Good or bad times on trail. You seem to do the best at bringing joy to every situation. Thank you for that= Truly it's a blessing.
Thanks for another wonderful video, Dixie! It was so cute how happy Fancy was to see you. I shared your video with Kris Fowler’s mom, (Sally). It helps her to know that people haven’t given up searching for Kris. I hadn’t heard that quote about grief, and I posted that on The Kris Fowler website awhile back. It IS the perfect description of grief.
Hello Dixie, thank you for sharing another fine video. You always do an excellent job of capturing the beauty of the area that you are hiking in. All the best to you, your Mom and Fancy. 🤗
This might be the most heartwarming episode ever. The opening with the ominous music leading up to...the cute bird was amazing. Thanks to all involved.
I loved Fancy's reaction to you coming back from trail! My little Golden retriever (who is also named Dixie btw) was watching your reunion and wagging her tail. She kept sniffing my laptop. So sweet!
I had not really thought too much about the trees that were cut and moved along the Foothills Trail which was our first backpacking trip a few weeks ago. But after watching a video of a gentleman who had hiked the same trail just a few months earlier I was soooooo thankful for those who maintain the trail! Because the trail was hard enough without all those road blocks! I can not imagine trying to get my Mom and kids through the mess that was there before the clean up.
Love those 'got to entertain yourself out here' moments. Most certainly one needs to when soloing! Glad you had a good time & got your phone fixed too!
That Quote... Straight to the feels. Thank's for that! Love you and your adventures! Living vicariously through you has been so much fun!!!! Thank You Dixie!
It is a real pleasure to once again feel the editing that Aaron does to your Vlogs. That opening was impressive. We kind of missed that when he was hiking with you on the CDT.
Hi Dixie! Glad to see you're in our neck of the woods. We are, however, moving to AZ in mid-August. We'll miss all the green...and rain. Sort of. BTW, the bird song on your video around the chairlift and beargrass around 10:20 is a Hermit Thrush. Very distinctive, ethereal sound.
Now that has got to make you SO GOOD seeing and playing with your dog. I would take a few ) days to be with her. Its well worth it. Youll get your pep in your step back !
Thanks for sharing your adventures. These videos are fun and inspiring to watch.. I'm hoping to hike the JMT next summer, it would be my first long trip in decades and I've been learning a great deal about how to prepare thanks to your videos and advice..
It’s really great that you took the time to talk about Sherpa. His mom deserves closure so badly. Maybe this brings out more folks to that area. As always, thanks for being a genuine person. -Doc Shiva
Having a great day! Cleaning house and stopping to watch you're beautiful scenery and then --- you made that statement about grief and love ---- it struck me so hard that I broke down in tears!
Great video, Dixie! Lots of meaningful stuff in there, as well as beautiful scenes... love the synthesizer music along with it.:-) I wish my mom and I got on as well as you and your mom seem to. Cherish that bond.
Hey! I'm from NM but I was up in WA the same time as you, and a million other people. I hope they all had a great time. Every experience you post is education and encouragement for everyone else, so, Thank you, Dixie.
I loved this video! Thank you for sharing the bit about love and grief. It really opened my eyes. I was thinking it could apply to places, experiences, and hobbies... If you put lots of energy into something, and then have to move, or change something, you can miss it! Just like hiking again!
Loved my 7 month PCT thru hike in '85 - life experience I wouldn't trade for anything. Liked it so much, I went on to hike the AT and CDT as well as the AZ and FL trails. Long distance hiking is almost a life changing experience. Go for it!
Oh, oh, so the glare was due to a broken phone... and here I thought it was just your charm blazing! :) As always, appreciate your videos and encouragement to others - it has worked for me anyway, slowly working my way up on hiking range and hope to try the AT or at least the Great Smoky portion in 2021. Many thanks, good travel, and thanks!!
That cliche about Washington being rainy all the time only applies to the western part of the state... east of the cascades is much drier. I live in Spokane. We've had a beautiful summer this year. I must say Dixie, you are great with your videos, but your mom has truly inspired me to get out and get back into hiking. I might even section hike on the PCT one day, and the Washington part is lovely, even with the wet!
I spent a good bit of time in the backcountry in the 1960s and 1970s. Then horse and work responsibilities lured me away. Now I am retired and starting to equip and train for 2020 adventures. One of many things i have garnered from your videos is trekking umbrellas. We were too cool for school back in the day I guess. Now I am carrying a small standard one until I can get a better, trekking umbrella 🤪
"Grief is love with nowplace to go" Profound Dixie! Thanks for impacting my life. I know from my own experience that we are created in God's image and we are designed to be relational. For me, My relationship with Christ is most important and he was the master of relationships. My thoughts were that that lost love we call grief, He asks us to give it to Him! Once again, Thanks for impacting my life. Doing a kayak camping adventure this weekend but back on trail when it cools off down in SC. ps. was thru Opalika on my way to Houston last weekend!
Dixie, you of all people talking about getting your trail legs back, you who did 62 miles in 24 hours on the PCT! You can out walk, hike and probably out run 90% of us especially when your trail magic is Mom and Fancy. We love you much.
You give me so many ideas on how I can use video to better share my solo trips with family when I get back. You could do a video on "how to surprise your friends and family with trip videos they'll want to watch." 😊😊😊
Hey Dixie, I saw in one of your videos you had a notebook I assume you used as a trail journal. I would love to know how you logged your trip, what you documented and all the notes you made as well as tips on how to keep a trail journal. Thx, Hike On!
Dixie I really appreciate your kind spirit about grief. I’ve been dealing or sometimes not dealing with the loss of my oldest daughter who tragically took her life last year. Your upbeat and sweet disposition reminds me of her in the good times. Which makes me smile. One day after I retire I think either the full or section of the PCT is in my future. Thank you for what you do.
I hope you get to do that hike, and may it give you comfort and peace. God be with you.
I love how Aaron always does something interesting with the opening logo. This one was great.
Jennifer Lawrence Yes! So creative! 👍
ditto I watched the opening like 5 times. thanks Aaron
“Grief, I’ve learned, is really just love. It’s all the love you want to give, but cannot. All that unspent love gathers up in the corners of your eyes, the lump in your throat, and in that hollow part of your chest. Grief is just love with no place to go” ~ Jamie Anderson
Just found this myself. This is an amazing quote. Thank you for sharing
I truly believe this too.
I had to go back and watch the intro a second time. Very cool. After watching a lot of these thru-hiking videos, I gotta say, yours are still the best. You're a combination of excellent nature videographer, moral philosopher, and down-to-earth everywoman. Still setting the standard!
I agree! Couldn't have said it better. Hers are beyond top-notch. Dixie and Aaron make a dynamite team!
Hey Dixie, I work as a camp counselor during the summer and we frequently take our kids on hikes and backpacking trips, and yesterday we hiked a small section of the AT! We were just past Bear mountain in Rockland county NY, and It felt really amazing to walk in the footsteps of all the amazing people who have taken on the AT. Our campers were amazed by how long the trail was and we even met some through hikers (or is it thru hikers idk) and share cookies with them. Their names were Biscuits and Gravy, and they were great people who were fantastic with the kids and told some great stories! it’s hikers like them and you and your vids who inspire me to maybe take on a challenge like the AT someday, thanks for being awesome!
Caroline B Awww, that’s so cool! Props to you for inspiring the future generations ❤️❤️
So good to hear you talk about Kris Fowler (Sherpa). I live in the area and have followed Sally's page closely from the beginning. So many people have been hoping for closure for his family. Exposure helps so his fam would be grateful!
I so appreciate the fact you have not turned your adventures into all sponsor infomercials. So many You Tube channels change over time. Your adventures are so appreciated. Thank you for taking us along your journey. We always pray for your safety.
Impressive opening footage! Tell Aaron he did a great job! Nice shots of the trail during your hike. Glad you made it. Hike On!
Dixie; no body has ever inspired more people than you that hiking is cool. Just so you know this. I've watched hiking videos since 2006 on YT, but your voice and attitude has been my joy of how hiking is for you. Good or bad times on trail. You seem to do the best at bringing joy to every situation. Thank you for that= Truly it's a blessing.
Loved the bird and logo scene. Oh yeah, the rest of the video as well.
Thanks for another wonderful video, Dixie! It was so cute how happy Fancy was to see you. I shared your video with Kris Fowler’s mom, (Sally). It helps her to know that people haven’t given up searching for Kris. I hadn’t heard that quote about grief, and I posted that on The Kris Fowler website awhile back. It IS the perfect description of grief.
Hello Dixie, thank you for sharing another fine video. You always do an excellent job of capturing the beauty of the area that you are hiking in. All the best to you, your Mom and Fancy. 🤗
That is one very happy to see you puppy.
Thank you for talking about Sherpa❤
This might be the most heartwarming episode ever. The opening with the ominous music leading up to...the cute bird was amazing. Thanks to all involved.
Your videos are amazing and really inspirational! Keep up the good work, crushing the miles and helping people along the way! Happy trails 🤜
I loved Fancy's reaction to you coming back from trail! My little Golden retriever (who is also named Dixie btw) was watching your reunion and wagging her tail. She kept sniffing my laptop. So sweet!
I had not really thought too much about the trees that were cut and moved along the Foothills Trail which was our first backpacking trip a few weeks ago. But after watching a video of a gentleman who had hiked the same trail just a few months earlier I was soooooo thankful for those who maintain the trail! Because the trail was hard enough without all those road blocks! I can not imagine trying to get my Mom and kids through the mess that was there before the clean up.
Thanks for being the real deal. My heart begs me to get back on the trail. seeing you helps me pass the time until my next treck.
from birmingham, alabama - you go girl! please keep posting. glad you are back on trail.
Looks like the PCT inWashington is a beautiful place even in the rain
Washington is at least as beautiful in the rain.
That was an awesome statement about grief! Just lost my mom in Jan to cancer.
I thoroughly enjoyed that video Dixie and all your previous videos too. This one was a real "feel good" story with a great ending. Thanks.
Love those 'got to entertain yourself out here' moments. Most certainly one needs to when soloing! Glad you had a good time & got your phone fixed too!
That Quote... Straight to the feels. Thank's for that! Love you and your adventures! Living vicariously through you has been so much fun!!!! Thank You Dixie!
(Low voice) "And this has been, Trail Talk, with Dixie." Can't get enough!!! Thank you for all the miles.
More content with Fancy in the future please, love her, Thanks for sharing.
It is a real pleasure to once again feel the editing that Aaron does to your Vlogs. That opening was impressive. We kind of missed that when he was hiking with you on the CDT.
very true the quote you mentioned about grief
Hi Dixie! Glad to see you're in our neck of the woods. We are, however, moving to AZ in mid-August. We'll miss all the green...and rain. Sort of. BTW, the bird song on your video around the chairlift and beargrass around 10:20 is a Hermit Thrush. Very distinctive, ethereal sound.
Now that has got to make you SO GOOD seeing and playing with your dog. I would take a few ) days to be with her. Its well worth it. Youll get your pep in your step back !
I’m glad it’s going well! Keep sharing your journey 🙂
This was beautiful in so many ways. Thank you.💐💐💐
Thanks for sharing your adventures.
These videos are fun and inspiring to watch..
I'm hoping to hike the JMT next summer, it would be my first long trip in decades and I've been learning a great deal about how to prepare thanks to your videos and advice..
Yep Miss Fancy loves her momma! Wonderful vlog!
Loved the editing and the music on this one! Good job, Aaron! And what an amazingly beautiful stretch, Dixie...
Thank you for sharing your journey, once again! Best wishes, Dixie!🌿🌿🌿
Way to crush those miles...love Fancy’s reaction to seeing you.
This video reminded me how beautiful home is AND how much I do NOT miss being constsntly cold and wet.
We just got back from a week long hike of the west coast trail. Best adventure ever and wishing we were still there
Thanks for the trail maintenance shout out! We volunteers take care of Green Belt Trail on long island!
Loved the tree fell in the forest comment. Really made me chuckle. Great video Dixie!
Sweet Fancy was so happy to see her mama! 😍😍 now that’s pure LOVE!
It’s really great that you took the time to talk about Sherpa. His mom deserves closure so badly. Maybe this brings out more folks to that area. As always, thanks for being a genuine person. -Doc Shiva
really love the musical selection this episode. :-)
The things you notice on trail. I find it peaceful :) Thank you Dixie for sharing!
Yay I get to watch the real one now! Happy dance.
Having a great day! Cleaning house and stopping to watch you're beautiful scenery and then --- you made that statement about grief and love ---- it struck me so hard that I broke down in tears!
So glad to see another video! Thanks for sharing. Blessings
I needed to hear that quote today....thanks
Nice video. Thank you. I appreciate your showing some true hiking and not just gear talk.
Boy, it is so green up there! Even with our huge snowpack and extra rain in California it's not lush like Washington. Thanks for the very good videos.
great editing! thoroughly enjoyed this.
Great video, Dixie! Lots of meaningful stuff in there, as well as beautiful scenes... love the synthesizer music along with it.:-) I wish my mom and I got on as well as you and your mom seem to. Cherish that bond.
I could watch hours and hours of you.. you and second chance are just so honest and real and seem like such nice people ❤️ from Vancouver Island
Heh, aint nothing wrong about talking with oneself out there :D Thanks for the update, always enjoyable to see you on the trail!
congratz!!! great cinematography too....and inspiring journey ;)
Hey! I'm from NM but I was up in WA the same time as you, and a million other people. I hope they all had a great time. Every experience you post is education and encouragement for everyone else, so, Thank you, Dixie.
I loved this video! Thank you for sharing the bit about love and grief. It really opened my eyes. I was thinking it could apply to places, experiences, and hobbies... If you put lots of energy into something, and then have to move, or change something, you can miss it! Just like hiking again!
Great editing and videography! 👍. Thanks for doing what you do.
It was probably not the greatest weather to hike in, but I thought the fog and rain made everything look magical Great footage as always. Thanks.
The best part about a Dixie video is to see her always advancing wisdom and smarts.
Loved my 7 month PCT thru hike in '85 - life experience I wouldn't trade for anything. Liked it so much, I went on to hike the AT and CDT as well as the AZ and FL trails. Long distance hiking is almost a life changing experience. Go for it!
Thanks for being you and for sharing your adventures
Filming & editing were on point again! Great vid, keep on hiking!
Incredible video as usual... really nice cinematography... your videos are always top notch
Oh, oh, so the glare was due to a broken phone... and here I thought it was just your charm blazing! :)
As always, appreciate your videos and encouragement to others - it has worked for me anyway, slowly working my way up on hiking range and hope to try the AT or at least the Great Smoky portion in 2021. Many thanks, good travel, and thanks!!
Welcome back trail legs
Again awesome video young lady
And fancy was so happy to see you 😊 such puppy love ❤️
So many people are So !!!! In love with You!!!!.... You are an tremendous individual!!... So Amazing!... Awesome videos!!!!
Guilty 🖐️
Guilty 😊👣🇺🇸
Awesome video, the camera work is really impressive! Despite the rain, very beautiful.
10:55 My dogs went crazy hearing Fancy crying to see you! Made my heart melt to see how much she loves you!
Random Rachael My dog came over to see what that was too!
im amazed at the wildlife you capture!
awwww dog greeting's are the best 🥰
I was wondering what happened lol! Happy Trails, Dix
Love your filming!
I love what you said about grief. Wow. Very cool
Seems like a great hike! I need to get my gear lighter so I can do longer hikes!!
The world would be such a better place if we all loved like a dog loves. As always, thanks much for sharing.
Steve
AWESOME VIDEO & VIEWS ! LUV WHEN YOU SLOW DOWN THE WATERFALLS TOO . BE SAFE ! HAVE FUN! GOD BLESS YOU THREE ON YOUR JOURNEY ALWAYS !ENJOYED !
Awesome intro. Oh boy I hope someone moves that widow maker! Great to hear your large are back 💪🏻 supreme fun THANKS
So very proud of you darlin 💖
Dixie, the quote about grief is from Jamie Anderson, the author of Fat Girl Truths.
The opening bird thing was funny. Very original!
That cliche about Washington being rainy all the time only applies to the western part of the state... east of the cascades is much drier. I live in Spokane. We've had a beautiful summer this year. I must say Dixie, you are great with your videos, but your mom has truly inspired me to get out and get back into hiking. I might even section hike on the PCT one day, and the Washington part is lovely, even with the wet!
Great video! YAY--there were mushrooms in it! Thanks Aaron!
Glad to see your mother is better.
I spent a good bit of time in the backcountry in the 1960s and 1970s. Then horse and work responsibilities lured me away. Now I am retired and starting to equip and train for 2020 adventures. One of many things i have garnered from your videos is trekking umbrellas. We were too cool for school back in the day I guess. Now I am carrying a small standard one until I can get a better, trekking umbrella 🤪
4:55 great quote. No idea where it comes from but it’s lovely
"Grief is love with nowplace to go" Profound Dixie! Thanks for impacting my life. I know from my own experience that we are created in God's image and we are designed to be relational. For me, My relationship with Christ is most important and he was the master of relationships. My thoughts were that that lost love we call grief, He asks us to give it to Him!
Once again, Thanks for impacting my life. Doing a kayak camping adventure this weekend but back on trail when it cools off down in SC.
ps. was thru Opalika on my way to Houston last weekend!
What Dixie needs now is one of those oval stickers for the back of her car that says 7,940 .
I lost my oldest son to cancer seven years ago. That’s a beautiful quote, and so true . Thanks Dixie
Can't imagine. Sorry for you loss.
Please send some of that wonderful rain down our way here in Australia, we need some badly.
Dixie, you of all people talking about getting your trail legs back, you who did 62 miles in 24 hours on the PCT! You can out walk, hike and probably out run 90% of us especially when your trail magic is Mom and Fancy. We love you much.
Dixie! You are such an inspiration!! thank you for sharing all this videos!! I love them! and in a day like today, they make me smile even more!!! :)
AWESOME to see you hiking on my home trails :D hahaha really cool i live there
I wondered what happened. Love it! Great video!
Love another solo hiking gal!
You give me so many ideas on how I can use video to better share my solo trips with family when I get back. You could do a video on "how to surprise your friends and family with trip videos they'll want to watch." 😊😊😊
Hey Dixie, I saw in one of your videos you had a notebook I assume you used as a trail journal. I would love to know how you logged your trip, what you documented and all the notes you made as well as tips on how to keep a trail journal. Thx, Hike On!
Broke my leg a year ago, it might be 80% now. So I have Trail Envy in a major way, girl. Wish I was there with you. 🖤
Same here. Fractual femur 2018 January. Hope to do PTC 2022?
Great video Dixie, glad to see your mom's doing well as is precious...you're almost done..what's next on the hike list??