"She Survived a Stabbing, then Climbed Mount Katahdin"

[RuthN]

Amazing grit. Kudos to her.

https://www.outsideonline.com/240264...trail-stabbing

[I haven't been checking White Blaze for about a week, so please forgive me if this is a duplicate post.]

[John B]

Incredible woman, incredible article.

[TwistedCF]

SHE IS AWESOME!!! Living proof that being a Survivor is a choice! Kudos and best wishes for Kirby and her family!

[tiptoe]

Amazing tenacity, amazing attitude. I wish her all the best in life.

[UltraJoey]

"are you really going to let a little fear stop you from what you want to do in life?” - Incredible!!! Inspiring!!! Love the new trail name "Arlo" :-)

[LazyLightning]

I usually stop short of reading long articles through but I couldn't stop here... that is amazing and what a great state of mind to still be in!

[JackieO]

A horrifying situation to be in.

What an inspirational woman. I hope she gets another chance at her thru hike soon.

[SawnieRobertson]

I am grateful that this article was posted on WB. Thank you, RuthN. Applause, applause to you, Arlo, for showing us a way to deal with what could have stopped you in your tracks for the rest of your life. You give all of us composure and strength.