BACKPACKING—GOOD FOR BODY & SOUL Earlier this week, JoAnne and I went backpacking up to Weaver Lake in Sequoia National Forest. We hadn’t backpacked for 6 years and wanted to experience it again while we were still able. The climb is considered an “easy” hike because it’s only 3 miles. Still, the elevation increases from about 7200 feet to 8200 feet. With that and my 40-pound pack, I found myself stopping for more breathers & water breaks than I did when I was younger. But JoAnne with her 30-pound pack jogged right along. Plus she had our dog Charlie bouncing...