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Hikingdan: I’m Just A Guy Who Loves Hiking Across Spain!

Hikingdan: I’m Just A Guy Who Loves Hiking Across Spain!

Reflections Through Hiking on Life's Triumphs, Challenges, and Adventures!

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Hikingdan Welcomes His Baby Girl, Jessy!
Hikingdan Speaks Out

Hikingdan Welcomes His Baby Girl, Jessy!

by: Dan ForgionePosted on: September 24, 2020November 16, 2025

It Truly was Just a Matter of Time! When one is in lockdown all alone during a pandemic, it can be tough. I would like to be brutally honest and say that it has been difficult living alone during Covid-19. In fact, and at times, it has seemed very lonely. […]

Hikingdan Reflects Upon Learning French in School!
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Hikingdan Reflects Upon Learning French in School!

by: Dan ForgionePosted on: July 28, 2017September 28, 2022

Did you study French in school in Ontario in the 70’s ? If so you may relate to this post I am here in Bordeaux France enjoying my lunch! I having a great time but I am struggling with my ability to engage in conversation with the French language. I […]

CANADA DAY – 150!
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CANADA DAY – 150!

by: Dan ForgionePosted on: July 1, 2017September 28, 2022

HAPPY CANADA DAY!!!! HAPPY CANADA DAY! Dear Friends; Today, July 1, 2017, our country celebrates his 150 th year of becoming a Nation! I couldn’t be happier to hold my head high and proclaim that I am Canadian! You will never get one solid answer on what it means to […]

There’s a Little Bit of Country in Everyone!
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There’s a Little Bit of Country in Everyone!

by: Dan ForgionePosted on: April 25, 2017September 28, 2022

Igniting My Inner Cowboy in Nashville, Tennessee !  I have had the most wonderful weekend ever! I was fortunate enough to visit Nashville, Tennessee for my very first time ever ! WOW! What a place it is. I got to experience this place with some old, and some new friends! […]

The Joys of Travel
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The Joys of Travel

by: Dan ForgionePosted on: April 27, 2016September 28, 2022

What is With People’s Carry-On Luggage and Pre-Boarding? NO, SERIOUSLY? WTF is with ALL this Carry-On Luggage? I will be kind in this post but I have to rant a bit! RANT # 1: Way Too Much Carry-On Luggage I boarded my AA flight home to Toronto today. I had […]

Hiking, Health, and Happiness
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Hiking, Health, and Happiness

by: Dan ForgionePosted on: April 13, 2016October 14, 2022

Physical Healing with Every Step! I want to say Thank You to all of you who have commented or emailed me your advice, comments, input, and personal stories after I post on my blog. ALL feedback is truly meaningful and inspiring. Your comments help on those days when I want […]

Try Going Local: You’ll Be Surprised at The Beauty Around You!
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Try Going Local: You’ll Be Surprised at The Beauty Around You!

by: Dan ForgionePosted on: November 14, 2015September 28, 2022

Photos from Port Credit, Ontario: Such a Beautiful Place! There are many places around the world that I want to travel to. I may not have to spend so much money to see beautiful places. My many walks around my local area; Port Credit, Ontario have proved to me that […]

WHY CAN’T I LIVE IN A PALACE?
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WHY CAN’T I LIVE IN A PALACE?

by: Dan ForgionePosted on: September 19, 2015September 28, 2022

Oh Silly Me, Isn’t Everyone’s Home Their Palace? So my first stop today was a Astorga. Astorga was absolutely beautiful. One of the things I noticed were all the chocolatier shops which is interesting because I think Lindt was the best! This was pretty good chocolate but not as good […]

The Underwear One Packs for the Camino is VERY Important!
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The Underwear One Packs for the Camino is VERY Important!

by: Dan ForgionePosted on: July 9, 2015October 14, 2022

I THINK I FOUND the GOLDEN FLEECE without Jason or the Argonauts! – It is worth a FORTUNE! One thing I have learned from MANY sources about walking The Camino is; What to Bring With You? Everything should weigh as little as possible. Clothing should be kept to a minimum as […]

A New Chapter in Life is 1 Week Away…YIKES!
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A New Chapter in Life is 1 Week Away…YIKES!

by: Dan ForgionePosted on: June 20, 2015October 14, 2022

I have had a very emotional week. I held it together at school really well but at home, NO SO MUCH! There have been many tears. They are of many emotions; joy, pride, sadness, fear of what is ahead, relief, and happiness. I know this is the right decision for […]

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