Tim Carmichael
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Tim is an Appalachian poet and cookbook author. He writes about rural life, family, and the places he grew up around. His poetry and essays have appeared in Bloodroot and Coal Dust, his latest book.
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Backcountry Backpacking the Lakeshore Trail in the Smoky Mountains: A True Test of Grit
I just returned from a 3-day backpacking backcountry trip in the Smoky Mountains. For those who love the Smokies, the call of the wilderness is irresistible. Winding footpaths, hidden campsites, and the promise of solitude pull hikers deep into one of the most beloved national parks in the country. Among the network of more than 900 miles of official trails, a handful stand out as true tests of endurance and patience. The Lakeshore Trail is one of them.
By Tim Carmichael3 months ago in Wander
The Map that Carries Me
When I was a young boy, my Mama taught me to move through life with dignity and grace. She prepared meals on a wood burning stove while keeping an eye on her four children, each demanding in their own way. I watched her combine handfuls of flour, water, and whatever vegetables we had, and somehow it became a nourishing meal. She measured care with her hands, her tone, her love, the way she paused before answering each of our questions. I learned from her that survival required creativity, patience, and, above all, a willingness to love fully, even when circumstances tried to make that impossible.
By Tim Carmichael4 months ago in Humans
