Appalachian Trail 2024 - I Have Some Bad News to Share

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Derek, your videos are visual poetry. For a man such as me who will never be able to hike again I thank you for the videos from the bottom of my heart.

I hope you are not off trail permanently. All of us watching are out there with you. You put out some of the most interesting commentary and videos. Hope you're back soon.

Lymes is nothing to play with. Take care of you. You, your sayings, your history lessons, philosophy lessons, humor, and thoughts have made me laugh, made me want to see, have filled my heart and brought me to tears. You have been a true blessing. May those blessings that you give come back to you multiplied.

Take care of yourself. If you need to end this hike, you do it. We have enjoyed your adventures and commentary, but we want you to be well. There will be other adventures I am sure. We will be there for you. Take care and blessings always.

You are so stoic through the heat, humidity, and lonely stretches. But now, Lyme?! Take care of yourself, Derek. Your physical health is so important too. Wishing you a speedy and smooth recovery. ❤

I am so sorry you are ill and pray for a quick recovery. It has been so nice to see the trail through your eyes. 1,500 miles is amazing!!! Maybe once you feel better, your perspective will be different. I’d love to see you complete your thru hike! Good luck and happy trails Derek!!!

Derek, always remember you may think you are alone but there is a large group that loves you and finds inspiration in the way you look at things. When you don't feel good everything seems off. Get better and the world will seem better. We all want you to finish but only if you feel up to it. So get better!!! Please feel the love and prayers we send your way.❤😊

"May you know tender shelter and healing blessing" ~ John O'Donahue. Wherever this journey takes you from here Derek may you continue to sing your song. Your story, your spirit, your heart and your traveling adventures shine bright for all to see. Such joy it has been to feel a part of the journey. Doxy is effective but can be tough on the gut so take good care, rest and be well knowing there is a whole community out here cheering for you. Thanks for being you. ♥

Derek I hope you're feeling better. I also had Lyme and I want to let you know that once I was diagnosed (probably within 2 weeks of the tick bite) I was put on doxycycline also. About two days later I started feeling a lot better and I was back to 100% within 5 days. That was about 4 years ago and I've had no long-term effects at all. I'll say a prayer that your recovery will be as quick and complete as mine was. I'm in Maine on vacation right now and I'm hoping you get to see it! Happy trails!

We are in Mass. If you need a place to recover

Heal your body, the trail has already healed your soul.

Just get well Derek. The Trail and we can wait.

Seeing the Hemlock trees in your video is so nice. Here just south of the Mason Dixon line, many of the old trees are gone unfortunately due to infestation of an introduced species of insect. Indeed there was a fellow in North Carolina who, a few years back now, was recording the sizes of the skeletal remains of some of the big guys still lurking about in the forests. Some were found to be just shy of 200 feet tall. If in your travels you want a spot of tangy tea, break off some sprigs of newer growth, drop them into some hot water and bring to a rolling boil for a couple minutes. it's an understated treat and refreshing. Sorry to hear of your Lymes. I've managed for over 20 years now. Keep moving your body. Constantly. Stretch your muscles daily and never stop. Cheers Derek and thanks so much.

Sorry to hear you r unwell. 15:26 Thank u so much for your commitment to providing a great picture of the hike! thru your eyes! How amazing is your commitment to your supporters. So grateful to you. Time now for Derek rest easy!! Thank you from the bottom of my heart!!❤❤

Hate to think this really could be it. What a joy and inspiration it is to follow your journey. Take care....

I simply adore you. Kindest eyes & gentle soul. Thank you for sharing your journey with all of us.

Hi Derek Sorry to hear you got lime desise. Hopefully, you will be well soon . I wish you well and hope you can carry on your journey.

Glad you got on the antibiotics! I hope and pray all is well with you, the trip and your recovery!

Take good care Derek. I sincerely hope you get better soon and that you do whatever it is you need to get well and feel well.