Solemates: Lessons On Life, Love & Marriage From The Appalachian Trail"
"There are many books about thru-hiking the Appalachian Trail and most simply describe how to hike the trail or what you see as you travel along its thousands of miles; few go further than the simple travelogue. In "Solemates - Lessons of Life, Love, and Marriage from the Appalachian Trail," Randy Motz and Georgia Harris, known on the A.T. as "Windtalker" and "Mom," delve into the emotional aspects of a couple who spent six months of their lives and marriage on the Appalachian Trail.......Through their shared experiences we find that love and relationships can become stronger and more meaningful from both trial and mutual support over difficult terrain and circumstances.........Any couple looking to share a difficult but inspiring adventure together, or any person interested in the emotional aspects of conquering the Appalachian Trail, would benefit from reading their story."  --Lee Sheaffer - President, Potomac Appalachian Trail Club".....an engaging and inspirational memoir of self-enrichment and enduring love.....a joy to read....will leave you planning your own outdoor adventure."--Brooke Kenny - The Gazette Newspapers"No one has explored thru-hiking as a couple as thoroughly ashave Randy Motz and Georgia Harris..an engaging account of thru-hiking the trail along with a half dozen other couples...a significant contribution to the A.T. literature..."--Larry Luxemberg - Author of “Walking the Appalachian Trail”"Thank you so much for sharing your love story...Most of my hiker-writer books are recycled to other outdoor enthusiasts. I am keeping your book!"--Karlen Keto - Hiker"..a "must read" for married and committed couples thru-hiking the A.T. together..a remarkable how-to book demonstrating an enjoyable hiking experience, while growing ever closer together. Really a fine book for all to read!...--Gene Espy - 2nd thru-hiker of the Appalachian Trail and Author of “Trail of My Life, The Gene Espy Story”