The Bright Life

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The time my husband almost pushed me off a mountain

The time my husband almost pushed me off a mountain

just kidding, I could have done it myself

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Donna McArthur
Jul 20, 2025
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A couple of weeks ago, I went on a hike with my husband. He deserves a medal for that feat! He probably contemplated leaving me on the side of the mountain more than once. It was brutal (for me, not him). The energy I was putting out could’ve wilted the wildflowers and scared off the wildlife. Sure, I whined out loud a little, but that was nothing compared to the deafening inner monologue of misery echoing through my head. Have I mentioned it sucked? Oh right—I said that already. But seriously… it really did.

Here I am in conversation with the mountains. They told me to get over myself.

To find out if I survived this gruelling hike I hope you join me on the other side of the paywall. Just kidding - you know I survived because I’m writing this but I hope you choose to join me there anyway. xox

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