Have you ever said yes to something that stretched you beyond your capacity?

In a few weeks, I’ll be hiking 67 miles on the Appalachian Trail with two of my friends, Lauren and Stef. Both are marathon runners. It’s not just for the adventure (though it’s definitely going to be one). It’s to honor my grandmother, Tasia.

At 16, she was forced by Nazi soldiers to walk nearly that same distance—67 miles—with nothing but a letter from her grandmother and the words of Psalm 91 to carry her. “No harm will overtake you.”

And here we are, generations later, choosing to walk—freely, intentionally, and for a cause that matters. We’re raising money for @charitywater to help build a well for a community that doesn’t have clean water. 100% of every donation goes directly to the well.

Training hasn’t been easy (hello 30lb backpacks), but the kindness and support we’ve already received has reminded me—none of us are meant to do hard things alone.

Maybe you’re not hiking 67 miles, but I know you’re carrying something heavy. Let this be your reminder: you are stronger than you think, and generations before us have done hard things.

If you want to be part of something meaningful, you can donate or learn more here: https://www.charitywater.org/67miles/67miles

And as you go about your day, know that I am cheering you on. Live boldly. Love deeply. And let’s make this life count.

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