Chris Truxell

Some journeys begin with a single step. Theirs began with a click!Two middle-aged divorcees connect online, never expecting that a spontaneous getaway would set the course for a timeless love story spanning fifteen years and 63 national parks. What started as whimsy became a mission, one that carried them across mountains and deserts, forests and canyons, through laughter, tears, and every shade of life in between.
Along the trails they hiked and the vistas they embraced, they also faced life's fiercest climbs: blending families, battling cancer, nearly losing a child, and rediscovering the joy of living and loving fully. From an unexpected first trip to one final, unforgettable adventure, theirs is not just a travel story - it's proof that second chances are worth taking. But through it all, one truth echoed louder:In chasing sunsets and summits, we found second chances and forever!HEALING LOVE STORY ETCHED IN STONE, SKY, & SECOND CHANCES!More than a travel memoir, our book of love is a breathtaking testament to love, resilience, and the healing embrace of nature, truly inspired by the national parks.
Poignant, uplifting, and unforgettable, this travel adventure romance stands as a testament to the beauty of second chances and to how nature can write the greatest stories of all. If you've ever longed for healing, hope, or a horizon worth chasing, this travel memoir book will take you there!GRAB THIS BOOK NOW!2nd Place 2025 Best Sellers World 2025 Reviewers' Choice Awards in Biography/Memoir!FINALIST of the 2025 American Writing Awards for non-fiction, travel story!"Wonderful Read! - Great Guide.
Gives details of trails (but not too much), where to stay and eat, and some interesting facts about the park and surrounding towns. It is like Rick Steves but with a heart. It is an inspirational guide that will make you want to purchase or put on your hiking shoes and get out there and explore our beautiful country!" Kate (Verified Reviewer)