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Sept. 21, 2023

Phil Parsons runs 444 miles on the Natchez Trace route to prove anyone can change their story.

Phil Parsons runs 444 miles on the Natchez Trace route to prove anyone can change their story.

I had a chance to interview Phil Parsons the day before he embarks on the 444 mile Natchez Trace effort.

The Natchez Trace is a 444-mile stretch of road that begins in Nashville and ends in Natchez, MS. To date, no one holds the record for the fastest known time (FKT), Natchez-trace-parkway-FKT completing the southbound journey on foot. This adventure is exactly what I am going to do this September — Suicide Awareness Month — to bring awareness to the issues of mental health and suicide among Veterans. 

His story is one that is too commonly ended with a less positive outcome.  We have to love on our veterans and share what is bringing them together!  Running is often the answer, or a piece of it. 

 

Check out his site and support the cause here.

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