So.....I just finished this book. Every time I read a book that I really like-- I feel somewhat panicked that not enough people know how great it is and need to know RIGHT NOW. That is obviously ridiculous because this book has been extremely popular lately due to the recent movie release of, "Wild" with Reese Witherspoon. I've also seen the movie and figured I'd share my thoughts on both book and movie.

But first-- books are best. Memoirs can be even better than books. It's a dear diary sob story and I mean that in the best way possible. I think it was the perfect book to read at the turn of the year because I was in constant awe at Cheryl's self discipline and ability to push herself. The girl hikes the PCT, over 1,000 miles from Southern California up to Washington....by herself. If Cheryl could do that, well I could at least stay on this treadmill for 5 more minutes right? She made me feel kind of brave in my own little life. It's also one of those books that make you feel that you had everything growing up, not a single valid complaint in comparison. Also, I want to plan several different camping trips and hikes-- we should be outside you know?

The movie was wonderful. Reese Witherspoon was the perfect choice and I actually can't think of another actress that could have done better in this role-- weird, I know. The screen writer happened to be one of Devan's favorite authors, Nick Hornby. So we were biased to begin with -- a great adaptation.

If you're feeling the need to be a little braver, you could read/watch Wild. You wouldn't be sorry.