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Summary

Rasheed Hooda recounts his journey walking the historic Route 66 from Chicago to Santa Monica, focusing on the 14th week from OKC to Calumet, OK, and reflects on the experiences and lessons learned.

Abstract

Rasheed Hooda embarked on a personal odyssey to traverse the iconic Route 66 on foot, a journey that began on July 20th, 2016. The recent recap of week 14, spanning days 91 to 98, details his return to the road after a hiatus, covering 42 miles while exploring and engaging in various activities. Hooda shares his experiences through a series of Medium posts, highlighting the people he meets, the places he stays, and the memories he creates. He also reflects on the simplicity of life on the road and the kindness of strangers, emphasizing the importance of following through on one's dreams, no matter how crazy they may seem.

Opinions

  • Hooda views his decision to walk Route 66 as an act of following through on a seemingly crazy idea, suggesting that everyone has such ideas and encouraging others to act on them.
  • He expresses gratitude for the hospitality and kindness he encounters, which he believes simplifies his journey and provides a stark contrast to the complexities of life.
  • Hooda values the diversity of people he meets, particularly "weirdos," whom he considers his favorite people, indicating a sense of kinship with those who are different or unconventional.

WALKING ROUTE 66

Chicago to L.A. — Recap Week 14

Hiatus ends. Walking from OKC to Calumet OK.

A strange structure on Route 66 © Rasheed Hooda

Route 66 is America’s most famed highway. People come from all over the world to travel up or down the historic highway.

On July 20th, 2016, I set off to traverse the Historic Route 66 — from Chicago to Santa Monica — on foot.

Yes, it sounds crazy, but haven’t you ever had a crazy idea? Well, I decided to follow through on mine and finish it.

Here is the summary of week 14, from day 91 to day 98, as I recount the odyssey and reflect on the memories and lessons learned.

The Journey Continues.

While the distance traveled on the road was 42 miles, I walked well over 108 miles, according to my Fitbit, while moving around looking for places to see, things to do, and at the gym and work.

The hiatus ends.

On the road walking, once more.

A place to sleep every night.

Happy 100th, Puppa.

As always, thanks for reading and responding.

Stay blessed and be happy, my friends.

Here are the recaps from previous weeks:

Week 1 Week 2 Week 3 Week 4 Week 5 Week 6 Week 7 Week 8 Week 9 Week 10 Week 11 Week 12 Week 13 Week 14

Graphic created by Rasheed Hooda using Canva

Will you buy me some chai?

Adventure
Route 66
Life Lessons
Travel
This Happened To Me
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