A True American

Charles Campbell, a blogger aiming for a Guinness World Record.


The World feels like a mess sometimes. Most convince themselves that our government is doing what's best regarding foreign policy. Some may disagree, yet they are faced with social backlash for going against the old machine that taught us violence is the way. Things feel all wishy washy. We are all so convoluted and wrapped up in our own lives and problems, that we miss the whole point of being here. To enjoy a rare existence on such a wonderfully hospitable planet.

What does a true American do when faced with things he cannot change? War, poverty, racism, epidemics?............He goes for a walk. But a real man just doesn't walk empty handed. Real men wear approximately 75lbs. of weight on his back. Charles Campbell feels a sufficient walk would be across the entire United States. Starting south toward Georgia, and then ending in Washington state. The estimated time to complete the journey,.......2 1/2 years. He has been in Boston as of late, and is keeping a record of his journey on his blog site Setting the backpacking record!

Now, I will admit that I may be sprinkling this story with some spiritual aspects that may not exist at this time. Charles has stated that he simply wants to break a long distance walking record in the Guinness Book of World Records, "Because I can, and I want to," by wearing a 75lbs. backpack (the record he is trying to break, is of a person without a backpack). "American's are so used to convienence, that they loose sight of what it's all about," Campbell says. I couldn't agree with him more.

I truly think that Charles is in for more than he'd imagined, and I feel people will seek for reasons why he is doing this amazing walk. Sponsors can be raised for fighting famine, or donations to any disease of his choice. A protest for, or against the war. The possibilities are just endless and I think at some point, Charles might take the step towards making this walk have and unintended meaning or purpose. I will definitely be posting updates on things that happen to him.

If not, oh well. It's still a heck of a feat. I can only imagine what unbelievable cardio health he'll be in by the end of it. I also have questions. Like what happens when the winter season hits?

Good luck Charles. I'm sure this journey is going to have some corners and turns you never imagined.