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The Hermit Society

Sep 18th, 2008 by Bella

In writing this blog I have received a lot of emails and comments about the Fort Fisher Hermit, Robert E. Harrill. He was a person who although I never met, has touched my life and also the lives of many others. I am impressed but not surprised that he still has this effect some 36 years after his death.

His philosophy was simple, use common sense.In the Hermit’s honor, The Hermit Society was formed in 1993. The group has grown to over 600 members (of which I am one). It was formed for the purpose of bringing together those people who “cherish individual freedom, Nature, humanistic values and who enjoy sharing the motivational story of Robert Harrill.” There is a very small donation to become a lifetime member of The Hermit Society most of which goes to a fund of $5000 that is maintained as a reward for information that will bring to justice those who took his life.

There is a publication I received from The Hermit Society called “A Hermit’s Guide to Health and Happiness” that outlines some of Robert’s thoughts on living life better and I refer to it often. The ideas are so simple, yet so many people fail to grasp them in their rush about being successful. Simplify your life, reconnect with nature, measure your accomplishments, add excitement to your life, stay physically fit, eat naturally, help others (as it gives purpose to your own life).

Robert’s life inspires me because at age 62 he was brave enough to start over, reinvent himself and begin to truly enjoy living. He is a reminder that it’s never too late to change, to follow your dreams.

To read more about the Fort Fisher Hermit on my blog, I have written a piece that you can find HERE. If you would like to see some photos of the bunker where Robert Harrill lived and the Hermit’s Trail, my photo album is HERE. A book written by Michael F. Edwards, “The Last Battle for Independence” is a great insight into Robert’s life and can be purchased via the following link: The Last Battle for Independence: The Story of the Fort Fisher Hermit

Would you like to become a Hermit? The society is open for all to join and you receive some neat items with your lifetime membership. Write to: The Hermit Society at 201 Harbour City Parkway, D-131, Indian Harbour Beach, FL 32937. If you prefer contacting them by email, you can do so here: neversanever@hotmail.com.

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