People are really nice to thru-hikers. Today I was at the Wayah Bald Fire Tower which is reachable by vehicle and a couple on a motorcycle offered to fill my water containers with ice water. Yeah!
Been thinking a lot about my Dad. A year ago this weekend he died. I also remember Uncle Jim and Grey Sebree who both died this year. Walking alone on a trail gives you time to remember.
Although because of the holiday weekend there are a lot of hikers. Last night in the shelter log I found notes from Rockin Robin and the other 3 women thru-hikers and Packman and even fertility goddess. It makes me sad to be so far behind them.
Lots of mountain laurel and flame azaleas in bloom. Trail was prettier than when I left it. But the vegetation has grown tall and the bugs are much worse.
Not a bad day of hiking but I only did 8 miles. Still I'm tired and happy to camp near the next shelter. At least this one has a decent privy. The last few have the seat facing the open doorway and anyone walking by gets an eyeful.
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Cool sis, glad you decided to go at it again. Marines never give up eh? Sort of instilled in your very DNA. Dad would be proud of ya. Love ya and take care.
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