It makes me sad to write this knowing how many people have been pulling and praying for me but I have decided to stop the thru hike. This has been one of the hardest decisions I have ever made, it has taken a lot of thought and prayer. I have been truly blessed to have the opportunity to thru hike and to have all of you as a support team. Taking all that to heart, there are a few reasons for me making this decision. The first was due to life on the trail being so lonely. I was prepaid for the physical part on the trip but not mental strain of being alone. I know better understand and value the relationships that I have. Not having anyone to pass the time with took the enjoyment out of the hike (the second and maine reason) and made it more like work that the vacation to a life time. I believe that I have made the right choice and I look forward to where ever God takes me in Dahlonega or where ever I am living. In the end I know this will all work out of the best. It will definitely let me help out with my family as that prepare to move to Texas.
Thank you all for your support and I hope I have not let you down. I do hope to talk to you and see you soon. If I can ever do anything to support you as you have me, please let me know.
-Trey Greer
Trey,
The hike is one thing; the journey quite another. You’ve been faithful to the journey. God reaffirmed truth in a most unforgetable manner. He has a reason for reaffirming that truth. One day you may understand why. For now, you end the thru-hike, but continue the journey w/God.
I wouldn’t be surprised to hear one day that you and a companion- maybe God’s choice for your life mate- hit the trail and make the full thru hike. . . but that’ll be another part of your journey with God!
Look forward to seeing you back in Dahlonega.
Thanks Bill!
I didn’t know you had ended the hike until i read all you entries. however i think its awesome that i even attempted this! When I found your page I showed both my parents how cool it was to know a guy so young attempting something so difficult. You earn my respect 100%! I hope that you are safe and sound at home in a warm bed
im sure your journey( short as it may seem) taught you a lot and was a great adventure that you will be able to tell about for years to come! Who knows you may attempt it again later in life! However what you did accomplish is an achievement and it looked like you had fun, that’s all that really matters! Good luck in your future plans and may God bless you in all things to come your way!