[pct-l] re: naming your gear

[losthiker at sisqtel.net (Deems)]

In 1994 I received a magnificent fox terrier puppy that changed my life,
is incredibly entertaining, a friend,  and a perfect trail companion. That
same
year I was hiking on the JMT just south of Muir pass, and watched a pika
cross the trail in front of me only six feet away and watch me just long
enough to make it special. I hadn't named the puppy yet, but when I got back
her name became Pika. Just three years ago I designed my own alcohol stove
system, and named it the Pika stove after that moment 10 years ago on the
JMT.
Such is life, at best for all,  a trail of special moments, experiences,
rewards,
and namesakes along a finite journey.....and to all a long great hike..