Hello from outside Kroger's. I am watching Shadowfax while Gandalf
resupplies for our 100 mile hike through Shenendoah. I am almost
there, but so far away! 150 miles to go to Harper's Ferry. The last
week has been challenging - lots of big climbs - but the terrain is
supposed to be easier from now on. Am still hiking with the Lefties.
Some highpoints - Audie Murphy Memorial (had no idea he was a Texan,
was sure to rub that in to the three Yanks I'm hiking with), McAfee
Knob, discovering gravy for my mashed potatoes, showering at a YMCA
like a hobo, and all you can eat pancakes in Waynesboro. Lowpoints -
Dragon's Tooth(miles of rocks), new and improved blisters, Humpback
Mountain( I think the trail designer here was a geologist and had the
trail go over every rock on the mountain), the recent cold front, and
hiking after eating prunes. Two Rings saw a bear yesterday, the first
of the trip. My spirits are mostly up, but at times I get a little
frustrated at how long it takes to hike 1000 miles. Am trying to enjoy
the last few days, but the mileage calculator is constantly computing
in my head. Anyways, I'm off to buy groceries, hit the Chinese buffet,
and then walk 7 more miles today. Adios amigos
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